Technical check group
URLs checks
Remove or replace non-ASCII characters for best SEO practices, or ensure they're properly encoded. The catalogue currently contains 11 checks in this group.
| State | Evidence | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| Observed | URLsPage-level source retained | Audit |
| Reviewed | Decision recordedScope and value inspected | Human |
| Verified | Public response readOutcome has separate proof | System |
Rule catalogue
Review each condition before turning it into work.
Non-ASCII Characters in URL
Remove or replace non-ASCII characters for best SEO practices, or ensure they're properly encoded.
URL Underscores
Use hyphens instead of underscores for better SEO and readability.
URL Contains Spaces
URLs should not contain spaces. Use hyphens or encode spaces as %20.
URL Parameters
URL parameters can cause duplicate content issues. Consider using canonical tags.
URL Multiple Slashes
Multiple slashes in URLs can cause crawling issues. Use single slashes between path segments.
URL Broken Bookmark
Bookmark anchors (#) point to non-existent page elements. Fix or remove broken anchors.
URL Uppercase
URLs should be lowercase for consistency. Mixed case can create duplicate content issues.
URL Repetitive Path
URL contains repeated path segments. Simplify URL structure for better user experience.
URL Internal Search
Search result pages should typically be excluded from indexing to avoid duplicate content.
URL GA Tracking Parameters
Campaign tracking parameters can create duplicate content. Use canonical tags or parameter handling.
URL Over 115 Characters
URLs over 115 characters may be truncated in search results. Keep URLs concise and descriptive.