I recently rebranded my business from Lotus Massage Chairs to LuxeWell Life. However, when I search for my business name on Google or Safari, the old name still appears. Is this information coming from Shopify and how can I update it? It's difficult to provide more details without being able to upload pictures. Thank you!
It’s likely that the outdated business name is still appearing in search results due to cached information. Search engines like Google and Safari store copies of web pages to speed up loading times. This cached data may still reflect the old name, even though your website has been updated.
There are a couple of ways to address this:
- Request a recrawl: You can request that Google and other search engines re-crawl your website. This will force them to update their cached data. You can do this through Google Search Console.
- Update your sitemap: A sitemap helps search engines understand the structure of your website. Ensure that your sitemap reflects the new business name and includes all relevant pages.
- Update your social media: Verify that your social media profiles, such as Facebook and Instagram, use the new business name.
It’s also important to note that Google and other search engines use various factors to determine search results, including backlinks, domain authority, and content relevance. It may take some time for these factors to adjust to the new business name.
If you’re still experiencing issues after updating your website and sitemap, it’s a good idea to consult with a search engine optimization (SEO) expert.