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How to Migrate a Website Without Losing SEO Rankings
Migrating your website? Follow these steps to avoid SEO disasters:
1️⃣ Plan the Migration Thoroughly
  • Set clear objectives for the migration (e.g., domain change or platform update).
  • Create a migration checklist to stay organized.
2️⃣ Set Up 301 Redirects
  • Use 301 redirects to send users and search engines to the new URL.
  • Redirect every old page to the most relevant new page.
3️⃣ Update Internal Links
  • Check and update internal links to point to the new URLs.
4️⃣ Monitor in Google Search Console
  • Submit the new sitemap to Google Search Console after the migration.
  • Track indexing progress and fix any crawl errors.
5️⃣ Keep Track of Rankings and Traffic
  • Monitor traffic and rankings closely during and after the migration.
  • Expect fluctuations but aim to stabilize rankings within a few weeks.
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