Official statement
There are two types of HTML: the original HTML and the rendered HTML. If the necessary JavaScript resources for rendering are blocked for Googlebot, the engine will only see the original HTML, not the final content visible to users.
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TL;DR
Googlebot distinguishes between the original HTML and the rendered one. Blocking essential JavaScript scripts prevents the engine from seeing the final content. Ensure your JS is accessible for better indexing.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Qu'arrive-t-il si Googlebot ne peut pas accéder au JS ?
Googlebot ne verra pas le contenu complet, ce qui limite l'indexation des pages.
Comment vérifier si Googlebot voit la page correctement ?
Utilisez la Google Search Console pour tester le rendu et identifier d'éventuels problèmes.
Le rendu JavaScript est-il toujours nécessaire au SEO ?
Oui, surtout pour les sites dynamiques où le contenu important est chargé via JS.
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