Domain changes

Domain changes

Krzysztof1
Tourist
10 0 1

Hello,

I am addressing an unusual question.

When changing the sub-domain of a given language version from shop.com/pl to shop.pl, can the position of the store be strongly affected? If this is the case, how should one proceed to make everything smooth?

Reply 1 (1)

CodingFifty
Shopify Partner
562 85 105

Hi @Krzysztof1,

 

Yes, changing the subdomain (e.g., shop.com/plshop.pl) can impact SEO. To minimize ranking loss:

  1. 301 Redirects: Set up permanent redirects from old URLs to new ones.
  2. Google Search Console: Update your domain settings and submit a new sitemap.
  3. Hreflang Tags: Ensure proper hreflang implementation for language targeting.
  4. Backlink Update: Update backlinks where possible to reflect the new domain.
  5. Monitor Performance: Track traffic and rankings in Google Search Console and Analytics.

This helps maintain SEO authority and smooth transition.

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