Mixed Directives: A reminder that robots.txt files are handled by subdomain and protocol, including www/non-www and http/https [Case Study]

Since robots.txt files impact crawling, it’s important for site owners to understand how it’s treated by search engines. Columnist Glenn Gabe covers two cases involving multiple robots.txt files (by subdomain and protocol).

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Keyword infringement: Edible Arrangements files $209M trademark suit against Google

While use of trademarked keywords has been allowed by courts, this case may be more complicated than it seems on the surface. The post Keyword infringement: Edible Arrangements files $ 209M trademark suit against Google appeared first on Search Engine Land.

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Google & Bing increase the file size limit of Sitemaps files

While the 50,000 URL limit has not changed, your Sitemaps file size can now be up to 50MB. The post Google & Bing increase the file size limit of Sitemaps files appeared first on Search Engine Land.

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Google Files Suit Against SEO Firm Accused Of Robocalling, Launches Complaint Center For Users

The company finally takes defensive action against illegal robocallers that prey on small businesses. The post Google Files Suit Against SEO Firm Accused Of Robocalling, Launches Complaint Center For Users appeared first on Search Engine Land.

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