My Favicon hasn’t been showing on google search results for the last 6 months or so. I have updated the image on GoDaddy to no avail. Have also spoken to GoDaddy support agents who advised “maybe google doesn’t like your website, but it’s nothing on our end.” Does anyone with technical savvy have any idea what could be going on? Really appreciate any thoughts!
There are several reasons why your favicon might not be showing up in Google search results, even after updating it on GoDaddy.
- Caching: Google may be displaying a cached version of your website that doesn’t include the updated favicon. It’s recommended to clear your cache and hard refresh your browser to see if that resolves the issue.
- Incorrect Implementation: Ensure the favicon is properly implemented in your website’s HTML code. The
<link>tag should be placed within the<head>section and point to the correct path of the favicon image. The tag should look something like this:<link rel="shortcut icon" href="/favicon.ico">. - Favicon Size and Format: Google recommends using a favicon that is 16x16 pixels in size and in
.icoformat. Ensure your favicon meets these specifications. - Server Configuration: There may be an issue with your server’s configuration that’s preventing the favicon from being served correctly. Contact your hosting provider (GoDaddy in your case) to confirm there aren’t any server-side issues affecting the display of your favicon.
- Google Indexing: Google might not have indexed the updated version of your website yet. Wait a few days for Google to crawl and re-index your website to reflect the new favicon.
- Browser Compatibility: While unlikely, check that the favicon is compatible with different browsers and devices. It’s good practice to test across multiple browsers to ensure consistent display.
If you’ve checked all of these points and the issue persists, it’s recommended to reach out to Google’s webmaster forum or a web development forum for further assistance.