Official statement
The HTTPS signal functions parallel to the Page Experience signal. A page with HTTPS but poor Core Web Vitals retains the HTTPS benefit, even if it does not take full advantage of the Page Experience signal.
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- □ Why are server-side 301 redirects essential for migrating a SPA?
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TL;DR
HTTPS operates independently from the Page Experience signal. Even with poor Core Web Vitals, a page with HTTPS retains its advantage. Always prioritizing HTTPS does not guarantee a good Page Experience.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Le HTTPS peut-il compenser des mauvais Core Web Vitals ?
Non, le HTTPS est indépendant et ne masquera pas les autres faiblesses de votre page.
Dois-je passer tout mon site en HTTPS même si mes vitals sont faibles ?
Oui, le HTTPS est essentiel et offre des avantages immédiats même si d'autres améliorations sont nécessaires.
Le HTTPS seul peut-il suffire pour une bonne position SEO ?
Non, le HTTPS est un signal parmi d'autres. L'optimisation globale de tous les aspects SEO est nécessaire pour de bons classements.
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