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    • Martin_Harris
      Martin_Harris last edited by

      Hi guys,

      I did a full site redirect back in October to a new URL, SERPS eventually changed to the new URL and everything was fine.

      However recently i have started to see the old URL showing up?

      Anyone else seeing this?

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      • TomRayner
        TomRayner last edited by

        This may (and I stress may) have something to do with whatever algorithmic update/refresh that many have experienced since the 17th.  I've seen before with refreshers that old URLs pop back into SERPs, only for them to correct themselves a few days later.

        Of course, just to be sure the 301 has not broken, click through on the link that's appearing to see if it takes you to the new landing page.

        Given a few days, I imagine you'll see the proper URL displayed again.

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        • Martin_Harris
          Martin_Harris @TomRayner last edited by

          A few people have mentioned a refresh, supposed i'll have to wait and see.

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