How to fix: Pages couldn’t be crawled (incorrect URL formats)

Issue: Some pages couldn’t be crawled due to incorrect URL formats. This can happen if:

  • URLs are malformed (extra characters or typos)
  • The server takes too long to respond (over 5 seconds)
  • The server is blocking access

Fix: Ensure all URLs are correctly formatted, without extra characters or errors. Double-check that the server response time is optimized and access is not restricted.

Recommendations:

  1. Check URL Syntax: Make sure each URL follows a proper format (e.g., https://example.com/page) and doesn’t contain spaces, special characters, or backslashes.
  2. Test URL Accessibility: Use a browser to manually test each problematic URL to confirm it loads correctly.
  3. Optimize Server Response: If the server is slow, consider upgrading hosting or optimizing server settings to improve response time.
  4. Allow Crawler Access: Ensure that your server configuration and security settings aren’t blocking search engines or SEO tools.

Tip: Well-formatted, accessible URLs ensure better crawlability and improve site visibility in search results.