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Indexability

15-30 minAdvanced

Controlling indexability in Shopify is done via `robots.txt` (liquid) or meta tags in `theme.liquid`. Unlike WordPress, you don't have a simple checkbox for 'noindex this page' without editing code or using an app.

Prerequisites

  • Shopify Admin
  • Theme Code Access
Easy Recommended

Using an App (Easiest)

Apps like 'Sitemap & NoIndex Manager' allow you to toggle indexability per product/page.

1

Install App

1

Install a dedicated SEO app from the App Store

2

Navigate to the product or page settings in the app

3

Toggle 'NoIndex' or 'NoFollow'

4

Save

Verification Checklist

  • Inspect source code for <meta name='robots' content='noindex'>
  • Google 'site:yourstore.com/search' should have 0 results