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Google Search Resolves Site Name Display Issues

PushLeads reports that Google has addressed a long-standing glitch in which internal pages didn’t display the correct site name in search results. According to recent updates, this issue, which has existed since December 2023, has been fixed.

Update on Google's Site Names Documentation

Google’s recent update to its site names documentation includes the removal of the section addressing this known issue. Previously, there were instances where the site name displayed for the homepage did not carry over to other pages within the site. Google is actively working to ensure that site names are consistently displayed across all pages.

Persistence of Some Issues

You might still encounter this display issue on some pages despite the fix. Google notes that it might take some time for a site’s internal pages to be reprocessed and updated. The site names might also have other minor issues that are still being resolved.

Evolution of Site Names

Google has been progressively enhancing the visibility of site names in search results. The timeline of these updates includes the introduction of site names for mobile search in multiple languages in October 2022, expansion to desktop searches in early 2023, and support for subdomains in May 2023.

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How to Control Your Site Names

Since October 2022, Google has allowed site administrators to influence how their site names appear in search results using structured data. For those looking to ensure their site name is accurately displayed, Google provides detailed documentation on how to use this structured data.

Why This Matters for Local SEO

For local businesses focusing on local SEO, ensuring your site name is accurately displayed on all pages can improve your visibility and branding in search results. If issues persist, using tools like Google’s URL Inspection tool can prompt a recrawl and help expedite the update process.

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