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The structured data you add should correspond to the main element of your page. If multiple schema.org types apply (FAQ, How-to, Article), select the one that best represents the main content, as Google cannot combine certain types into rich results.
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💬 EN 📅 02/07/2021 ✂ 32 statements
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  28. □ Why are profile pages becoming prime targets for SEO spam?
  29. □ Should you use JavaScript to control indexing for single page apps?
  30. □ Do keywords in the domain really have an impact after indexing?
  31. □ Why are server-side 301 redirects essential for migrating a SPA?
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Official statement from (5 years ago)
TL;DR

Google recommends aligning your structured data with the main element of the page. Selecting a corresponding schema.org type can enhance rich results and prevent display issues.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Peut-on utiliser plusieurs types de données structurées sur une page ?
Oui, mais seulement si cela ne crée pas de conflit dans le contenu principal.
Que se passe-t-il si le type de données structurées ne correspond pas ?
Google risque de ne pas proposer de résultats enrichis, voire ignorer la structure.
Pourquoi Google ne combine-t-il pas tous les types en rich results ?
Certains types structurés ne peuvent pas être fusionnés et doivent correspondre au contenu central.
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Domain Age & History Content Discover & News Structured Data Featured Snippets & SERP AI & SEO Pagination & Structure

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