seorge
ms

Hi there. I already answered this in original soft 404 error thread where you also posted this question recently. Use 404 HTTP status code if possible.

ms

I think the answer is already up there, but I'll try to sum it up for you. I don't see a use case for so called "soft 404". Returning HTTP 200 while notifying v...

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seorge

What is the best solution to a missing page? Returning 404 status code or keep it 200 and make sure people understand the content is gone or doesn't exist?

ms

As long as you're targeting real people - potential customers, you're always better with genuine and helpful content. That way you can earn real followers and future cust...

Stephendorff

Yes you can If the page has no value or traffic, delete it. But If it has SEO potential or backlinks, redirect it to a relevant page to retain authority.

ms

It's not a good idea to submit your URL randomly to websites that allow you to do that. In 99% of case these links have zero value and could even cause minor harm because...

ms

Yes, hit me up via the contact in the footer.

jonduv

Hi @ms, That would be great. Can I provide info and briefly discuss by contacting you directly? Thanks Thankyoy

ms

Honestly, I don't think you have too many options. There are basically only two big ones - Semrush and Ahrefs (Semrush being the bigger one in data volume). And their tie...