RankMath FAQ

Answers to your most common questions about Rankmath.

Quick, simple, and helpful information at a glance.

How do I install RankMath?
You can install RankMath by downloading the plugin from the WordPress repository.
How can I set up RankMath?
You can set up RankMath by following the step-by-step guide provided by the plugin or by watching tutorial videos available on the RankMath website.
What is the purpose of RankMath?
RankMath is an SEO plugin that helps improve your website's search engine ranking and user experience.
Why is RankMath not showing up in my WordPress dashboard?
This could be due to a conflict with another plugin or theme. Try deactivating other plugins or switching to a default theme to see if RankMath appears.
I am getting an error message that says "RankMath is not activated". What should I do?
This means that the plugin is not activated on your website. Go to the plugins page and click on "Activate" next to the RankMath plugin.
How do I connect my website to Google Search Console using RankMath?
You can connect your website to Google Search Console by going to RankMath > General Settings > Webmaster Tools and following the instructions to authenticate your website.
Why am I unable to save changes to my RankMath settings?
This could be due to a caching plugin or a server issue. Try clearing your website's cache and if the problem persists, contact your hosting provider.
How can I add custom metadata using RankMath?
You can add custom metadata by going to RankMath > Titles & Meta > Global Meta and selecting the options you would like to add.
I am getting a "403 Forbidden Error" when trying to access the RankMath plugin. What should I do?
This could be due to a permission issue on your server. Contact your hosting provider for assistance in fixing this error.
How can I fix the "500 Internal Server Error" when activating RankMath?
This error can be caused by a variety of factors, such as a conflict with another plugin or a corrupt .htaccess file. Try deactivating other plugins or check your .htaccess file for any errors.
Why are my sitemap links not working?
This could be due to a conflict with another plugin or a permission issue on your server. Try deactivating other plugins or contact your hosting provider for assistance.
I am getting a "404 Page Not Found" error when trying to access my website. What should I do?
This could be due to an incorrect permalink structure. Go to Settings > Permalinks and choose the "Post name" option, then click "Save Changes".
How can I set up Rich Snippets using RankMath?
You can set up Rich Snippets by going to RankMath > General Settings > Rich Snippets and selecting the types of snippets you would like to add.
I am seeing duplicate meta descriptions on my website. How can I fix this?
This could be due to a setting in RankMath or another SEO plugin. Check your plugin settings and make sure you do not have duplicate meta descriptions enabled.
Why are my social media share buttons not appearing on my website?
This could be due to a conflict with another plugin or theme. Try deactivating other plugins or switching to a default theme to see if the share buttons appear.
How can I fix the "Your homepage cannot be indexed by search engines" warning?
This warning is usually displayed when the website is under maintenance mode or not publicly accessible. Make sure your website is live and not in maintenance mode.
Why are my images not loading on my website after activating RankMath?
This could be due to a conflict with another plugin or a corrupt .htaccess file. Try deactivating other plugins or check your .htaccess file for any errors.
How can I add my business information to Google using RankMath?
You can add your business information by going to RankMath > Local SEO and filling out the necessary details.
I am getting a "403 Forbidden Error" when trying to access the RankMath settings page. What should I do?
This could be due to a permission issue on your server. Contact your hosting provider for assistance in fixing this error.
Why am I receiving a "500 Internal Server Error" when trying to access my website?
This error can be caused by a variety of factors, such as a conflict with another plugin or a corrupt .htaccess file. Try deactivating other plugins or check your .htaccess file for any errors.
Is RankMath compatible with other SEO plugins?
Yes, RankMath is compatible with most other SEO plugins. However, it is recommended to only use one SEO plugin at a time to avoid conflicts.
How can I optimize my website's speed using RankMath?
You can optimize your website's speed by going to RankMath > General Settings > Performance and enabling the speed optimization options.
I am getting a "Your website is not using HTTPS" warning. How can I fix this?
This means your website is not using a secure connection and your users' data may be at risk. Contact your hosting provider to enable HTTPS or switch to a hosting provider that offers free SSL certificates.
Why is RankMath not recognizing my website's homepage?
This could be due to a redirect set up on your website. Go to RankMath > Titles & Meta > Home and make sure your homepage URL is correct.
How can I fix the "Missing H1 tag" warning in RankMath?
This means that your website does not have an H1 tag, which is important for SEO. Edit the page in question and make sure to add an H1 tag containing your primary keyword.
Why is my RankMath score different from my website's actual SEO score?
RankMath is only a tool and cannot account for all factors that can impact a website's SEO score. It is recommended to use RankMath as a guide and continue to improve your website's SEO through other methods.
How can I add breadcrumbs to my website using RankMath?
Breadcrumbs can be added by going to RankMath > General Settings > Breadcrumbs and enabling the feature. Make sure to also enable breadcrumbs in your theme settings if available.
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