Facebook won't show up in SERP
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Hello! One of my clients' Facebook page isn't showing up on the SERP, even when you search "CLIENT NAME facebook" or an excerpt from a live post. Our social media team looked over all the settings in Meta, and everything looks correct, so we are stumped. Anyone encounter this before?
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Hi, how many followers and also posts does the Facebook account have? It could be that the Facebook account is brand new, and therefore hasn't been crawled and indexed by Googlebot before?
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Here are a few steps that may help:
-Check the privacy and publishing settings on the Facebook page.
-Make sure the page is not blocked for indexing by search engines.
-Check that the content meets Facebook's standards.
Contact Facebook support for further assistance.
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Hello! If your client's Facebook page isn't showing up in the search engine results page (SERP), despite correct Meta settings, there are a few things you might want to check and consider:
Page Visibility Settings:
Ensure that the Facebook page is set to "Published" and not "Unpublished" or restricted in any way. You can find this setting in the Page Settings under General.Content Indexing:
Verify that the content on the Facebook page is accessible and indexable by search engines. Facebook may have restrictions that limit the visibility of certain content. Check the privacy settings on posts and make sure they are set to "Public."Page Name Consistency:
Confirm that the page name on Facebook matches the name you are searching for. Any discrepancies might affect search results.Crawl Issues:
Use tools like Google Search Console to check for any crawl issues or errors related to the Facebook page. This can help identify if there are technical problems preventing proper indexing.Fresh and Relevant Content:
Regularly update the Facebook page with fresh and relevant content. Search engines often prioritize active and engaging pages.Backlinks:
Encourage the generation of quality backlinks to the Facebook page. This can positively influence its search engine ranking.Search Engine Preferences:
Sometimes, search engine algorithms may take time to recognize changes or updates. Be patient and continue to monitor the situation.If the issue persists, it might be helpful to consult with SEO specialists or Facebook support for a more in-depth analysis. They can provide tailored advice based on specific details about the Facebook page and your SEO efforts.
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@GoogleAlgoServant Just to make sure that it's really not there, try this Google search, making sure to use quitation marks as indicated:
"Exact FB Page Name" site:facebook.com
There's also a very good chance that it hasn't been indexed, and might not ever be...
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