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You can also remove the sitemap file from your site so that it returns a 404 or 410 HTTP code. Over time, Google's systems will stop trying to use this particular sitemap file.
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TL;DR
Removing a sitemap and making its file inaccessible through a 404 or 410 code prompts Google's systems to stop attempting to access it. This is crucial for maintaining control over indexing.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Quels avantages à ne plus tenter un sitemap obsolète ?
Optimise le crawl budget et évite de gaspiller les ressources de Google.
Que signifie un code 410 ?
Cela indique que la page a été supprimée définitivement.
Comment Google réagit-il à un code 404 ?
Google comprend que la page est introuvable, mais peut tenter de revenir.
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