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You’ve fixed the issues flagged in GSC, but the status hasn't changed. What might be happening?

 If you’ve fixed the issues flagged in Google Search Console (GSC) but the status hasn't changed, here are some common reasons and what might be happening:

You’ve fixed the issues flagged in GSC, but the status hasn't changed. What might be happening?

🔍 Why the Status Might Not Update Immediately

1. Google Hasn't Re-Crawled or Re-Processed the URLs Yet

  • GSC relies on real user field data (CrUX) and crawls that take time.

  • Google may take days to weeks to re-collect and process updated data.

  • Fixing the issue on your server doesn’t instantly update reports.

2. Validation Process is Ongoing

  • If you clicked “Validate Fix” in GSC:

    • Google monitors the URLs for roughly 28 days to confirm the fix.

    • During this period, the status remains “Validation in progress”.

3. Partial or Incorrect Fixes

  • Some issues require fixes across multiple pages/templates.

  • Google samples URLs; if some still have problems, status remains failing.

  • Fixes may not fully address the root cause (e.g., images still missing dimensions).

4. Cached or Stale Data

  • GSC data can be delayed or cached.

  • Sometimes, older reports show before new data is refreshed.

5. Issues Outside Your Control

  • Some factors (e.g., third-party scripts or slow CDN) may not be fully fixed yet.

  • Problems on mobile networks or certain regions might still cause issues.

✅ What Should You Do Next?

  • Be patient: Wait at least a few days to weeks for Google to recrawl and update data.

  • Monitor validation status: Check if validation is still “in progress” or completed.

  • Double-check fixes: Use tools like PageSpeed Insights or Lighthouse to confirm problems are resolved.

  • Submit URLs for re-indexing: Use the URL Inspection Tool > “Request Indexing” on key URLs.

  • Ensure all pages/templates are fixed: Apply consistent fixes across your site.

  • Check server logs: Confirm Googlebot is crawling the fixed URLs successfully.

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