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#1
Virtuemart Development and bug reports / Re: URL with fake category bet...
Last post by hazael - Today at 15:12:43 PMIn your template, for your product URL, instead of using category_id by default, choose
product_canon_category_id. This prevents your server from generating an excessive amount of unnecessary data and saves RAM
Multiplying an excessive number of duplicate links is not beneficial for SEO and website performance. Even though a canonical URL helps Google identify the preferred version of a page, search engine bots can still crawl and index duplicates, which can lead to issues.
Here are some reasons why you should limit generating excessive duplicates:
Disk space savings: Storing multiple copies of the same page takes up more server space.
RAM savings: Indexing and processing duplicates consumes more RAM, which can slow down the server.
Processor power savings: Processing duplicates requires more CPU power, which can lead to server overload.
Longer indexing time: An excess of duplicates can increase the time it takes for Google to find and index the correct version of the page.
Ranking issues: Google may penalize pages with an excessive number of duplicates, which can lower their search engine ranking.
Instead of multiplying duplicates, focus on creating high-quality content and building valuable links to the preferred version of the page. Only use a canonical URL when you have multiple versions of the same page, such as with different URL parameters or language versions.
In addition, you can implement strategies that limit duplicate creation, such as:
Using structured data: Adding structured data to pages helps Google better understand their content and context, which can reduce the risk of indexing duplicates.
Blocking duplicates in robots.txt: You can configure the robots.txt file to prevent search engine bots from indexing specific folders or files that contain duplicates.
Using the canonical meta tag: The canonical meta tag can be added to the HTML code of pages to point Google to the preferred version of the page.
Remember, SEO is an ongoing process, and regular monitoring and updating your linking strategy is crucial for ensuring optimal page performance.
product_canon_category_id. This prevents your server from generating an excessive amount of unnecessary data and saves RAM
Quotevirtuemart_category_id='.$product->category_idchange to:
Quotevirtuemart_category_id='.$product->product_canon_category_id
Multiplying an excessive number of duplicate links is not beneficial for SEO and website performance. Even though a canonical URL helps Google identify the preferred version of a page, search engine bots can still crawl and index duplicates, which can lead to issues.
Here are some reasons why you should limit generating excessive duplicates:
Disk space savings: Storing multiple copies of the same page takes up more server space.
RAM savings: Indexing and processing duplicates consumes more RAM, which can slow down the server.
Processor power savings: Processing duplicates requires more CPU power, which can lead to server overload.
Longer indexing time: An excess of duplicates can increase the time it takes for Google to find and index the correct version of the page.
Ranking issues: Google may penalize pages with an excessive number of duplicates, which can lower their search engine ranking.
Instead of multiplying duplicates, focus on creating high-quality content and building valuable links to the preferred version of the page. Only use a canonical URL when you have multiple versions of the same page, such as with different URL parameters or language versions.
In addition, you can implement strategies that limit duplicate creation, such as:
Using structured data: Adding structured data to pages helps Google better understand their content and context, which can reduce the risk of indexing duplicates.
Blocking duplicates in robots.txt: You can configure the robots.txt file to prevent search engine bots from indexing specific folders or files that contain duplicates.
Using the canonical meta tag: The canonical meta tag can be added to the HTML code of pages to point Google to the preferred version of the page.
Remember, SEO is an ongoing process, and regular monitoring and updating your linking strategy is crucial for ensuring optimal page performance.
#2
Product creation / Re: character counter for meta...
Last post by mehmesen - Today at 12:22:20 PMThanks
Can I get the file path of the product editing page back-end the site?
Best regards
Can I get the file path of the product editing page back-end the site?
Best regards
#3
Virtuemart Development and bug reports / Re: Paypal Error - TAX_TOTAL_M...
Last post by audiorock - Yesterday at 17:19:33 PMHi,
we use VAT set at 22% (operator VATtax +%) and discounts in some products (operator DBTax -%)
we use VAT set at 22% (operator VATtax +%) and discounts in some products (operator DBTax -%)
#4
Installation, Migration & Upgrade / Problem with update in last ve...
Last post by Eagle21 - May 18, 2024, 17:34:29 PMHello
I tried to update the virtuemart to the last version and shows me thr following error
Failed to extract file: index.php_option_com_virtuemart_view_plugin_name_istraxx_download_byhost
How will fix it?
I tried to update the virtuemart to the last version and shows me thr following error
Failed to extract file: index.php_option_com_virtuemart_view_plugin_name_istraxx_download_byhost
How will fix it?
#5
Virtuemart Development and bug reports / Re: URL with fake category bet...
Last post by alxgan - May 18, 2024, 16:59:22 PMThank you for the info guys.
In my case, for a 200 links site, I have more de 4500 links in google console. Some of them are served better in search than the correct canonical version.
Maybe it's just me but if there is a fantasy/fake/old url maybe a redirect to the canonical link would be more appropriate. For example if there is a best_category with best_product with link "best_category/best_product.html" then any url www.domain.com/fake_category/best_product.html should redirect to the canonical link www.domain.com/best_category/best_product.html.
In my case, for a 200 links site, I have more de 4500 links in google console. Some of them are served better in search than the correct canonical version.
Maybe it's just me but if there is a fantasy/fake/old url maybe a redirect to the canonical link would be more appropriate. For example if there is a best_category with best_product with link "best_category/best_product.html" then any url www.domain.com/fake_category/best_product.html should redirect to the canonical link www.domain.com/best_category/best_product.html.
#6
Language/Translations / Re: Issue when i change langua...
Last post by extonjaez - May 18, 2024, 14:23:11 PMI have always this issue with Joomla core Language Switcher module, istraxx_modvm3_virtuemart_languages_1.0.6 module for VM members or shop.st42 Module Language switch (modified to work with Virtuemart under php 8.x and Joomla 5.x)
Some Help Please...
Some Help Please...
#7
Virtuemart Development and bug reports / PROBLEM VERSION 4.2.10 modifyi...
Last post by fatelettronica - May 18, 2024, 10:12:12 AMI have now realized that after upgrading to VirtueMart 4.2.10 11010 there is a serious problem with modifying product data and cloning.
By cloning a product and when saving, the message appears in RED (I attach a screenshot) and save a new identical and non-cloned product. Then it is not possible to modify the products, same error.
The same thing also happens on a second site.
How can it be solved?
Joomla! 4.4.4 Stable [ Pamoja ] 16-April-2024 16:00 GMT
VirtueMart 4.2.10 11010
PHP version 8.2.18
Database version 10.6.17-MariaDB-cll-lve-log
LiteSpeed Web Server
By cloning a product and when saving, the message appears in RED (I attach a screenshot) and save a new identical and non-cloned product. Then it is not possible to modify the products, same error.
The same thing also happens on a second site.
How can it be solved?
Joomla! 4.4.4 Stable [ Pamoja ] 16-April-2024 16:00 GMT
VirtueMart 4.2.10 11010
PHP version 8.2.18
Database version 10.6.17-MariaDB-cll-lve-log
LiteSpeed Web Server
#8
Development & Testing / PROBLEM VERSION 4.2.10 modifyi...
Last post by fatelettronica - May 18, 2024, 10:04:18 AMI have now realized that after upgrading to VirtueMart 4.2.10 11010 there is a serious problem with modifying product data and cloning.
By cloning a product and when saving, the message appears in RED (I attach a screenshot) and save a new identical and non-cloned product. Then it is not possible to modify the products, same error.
The same thing also happens on a second site.
Joomla! 4.4.4 Stable [ Pamoja ] 16-April-2024 16:00 GMT
VirtueMart 4.2.10 11010
PHP version 8.2.18
Database version 10.6.17-MariaDB-cll-lve-log
LiteSpeed Web Server
By cloning a product and when saving, the message appears in RED (I attach a screenshot) and save a new identical and non-cloned product. Then it is not possible to modify the products, same error.
The same thing also happens on a second site.
Joomla! 4.4.4 Stable [ Pamoja ] 16-April-2024 16:00 GMT
VirtueMart 4.2.10 11010
PHP version 8.2.18
Database version 10.6.17-MariaDB-cll-lve-log
LiteSpeed Web Server
#9
Virtuemart Development and bug reports / Re: Registration Redirect and ...
Last post by T.A. Garrison, LLC - May 17, 2024, 23:17:41 PMI don't have my membership key in Joomla. I haven't figured out where to enter it, so that's not an issue.
But when I updated my membership today, I keep getting errors about my membership has expired and I haven't added a domain to my account, and a message about waiting for verification.
??
So I cannot download VM to updated my site - or any other site.
I had no problem last time I purchased a membership. I just purchased, downloaded and done. Today, it's like I'm a newbie and can't get anything correct.
But when I updated my membership today, I keep getting errors about my membership has expired and I haven't added a domain to my account, and a message about waiting for verification.
??
So I cannot download VM to updated my site - or any other site.
I had no problem last time I purchased a membership. I just purchased, downloaded and done. Today, it's like I'm a newbie and can't get anything correct.
#10
Product creation / character counter for meta box...
Last post by mehmesen - May 17, 2024, 13:36:02 PMHello
How can I put a character counter in the meta boxes (meta title, meta description) on the Virtuemart admin product adding page?
(Only visible on admin page)
Thanks
Example;
$simple = "$meta-title-box";
echo strlen($simple);
How can I put a character counter in the meta boxes (meta title, meta description) on the Virtuemart admin product adding page?
(Only visible on admin page)
Thanks
Example;
$simple = "$meta-title-box";
echo strlen($simple);