How to Fix SEO Issues: 3 Sneaky Errors That Could Be Blocking Your Traffic

You head to the back end of your Google Console account…

Only to find a bunch of error messages — different little codes popping up that you have no idea where they’re coming from.

But deep down, you know…

It’s probably something you should take a closer look at.

Still, those codes seem a little too technical, so you brush it off and think:

“Eh, no biggie. I’ll circle back next time.”

Welp, welp, welp, love bug — 🛑 stop right there.

Because those little sneaky codes could be what’s crippling your traffic and holding your site back.

Identifying and fixing them is going to be key.

In this blog post, I’m breaking down three of the most common errors that show up on the back end of your site — and what they actually mean in everyday terms.

So not tech savvy? No worries

On this blog we only teach – clear and simple ways to understand. No tech overload. No overwhelm.

So grab your coffee, love bug — or your favorite drink — and let’s dive in ☕✨

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🚧 Page Not Found — But Your Blog Traffic Doesn’t Have to Be Missing Too

Ever go to a website and see a message that says “Page Not Found”?

Well, that, my friend, is one of the clearest signs that something’s off.

It usually pops up when a page that once existed is no longer found at its original spot.

Now, a lot of times — especially as a blogger or business owner — you might feel tempted to clean things up a bit. You may want to:

• Change your blog post URL to sound cuter or more aligned
• Delete a few categories you no longer use
• Remove outdated service pages altogether

Which is totally understandable.

But here’s the catch:

If you make those changes without properly redirecting the old links to the new place, you may accidentally create broken pathways.

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Here’s a way to picture it without the tech jargon:

You’re driving to a destination using your GPS. But every turn you try to make? Blocked off by construction. Now you’re late, frustrated, and ready to turn around.

That’s exactly how Google views your site when too many of your pages are “missing.”

What this could look like:

• Someone clicks an old blog link from Pinterest and hits a dead end

• You rename a blog post and forget to reroute the original version

• A popular page used to bring you traffic… now it just leads nowhere

Why it matters:

• It costs you traffic. Most visitors won’t stay if they land on an error page

• It sends the wrong signals to Google. Broken paths = poor user experience

• It slows your growth. Search engines reward clean, well-structured websites

🚫 “Wait… Why Can’t I Get In?” — When Your Site Blocks the Wrong Guests

Okay, so picture this:

You get cute, step out the door, and head to one of your favorite spots — only to be stopped at the entrance.

Security guard says:

“Hold up. Nope. Access denied.”

You’re confused, you’re standing there in heels or fresh kicks — and now, you’re locked out.

Well… that’s exactly what can happen to Google or your site visitors when something behind the scenes says:

“Sorry. No entry.”

These moments usually don’t come with a flashy red alert — just a quiet error message and lost opportunity.

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Here are some of the most common culprits:

• File permissions are too tight
  (If key folders are set with strict access like 600 instead of 644 or 755, Google can’t crawl them).

• Your security plugin is doing the most
  (Firewalls might block the good bots that help you rank).

• Robots.txt is throwing up “keep out” signs (One wrong line could block your images, mobile layout, or key pages).

• Third-party tools or fonts aren’t accessible (If your embedded forms, fonts, or visuals aren’t loading, your site might appear broken).

Why it matters:

• You lose visibility — for no good reason.

• Google skips over your site, even if your content is gold.

• It becomes a poor user experience, and that hurts your ranking.

🛍️ Lastly, for my e-commerce and membership-style websites — here’s what you need to know.

If you run an online shop, sell digital products, or have a members-only section tied to your brand, there’s one sneaky visibility issue that could quietly block your traffic — and your sales.

Let’s say you launch a new client portal or upload a fresh product page.

It looks great, feels aligned, and you’re ready to welcome traffic.

But instead of seeing that page, visitors (and even search engines) get hit with a message saying:

“You don’t have permission to view this page.”

Yikes. Let’s talk about why that happens.

Common ways this error shows up:

• You uploaded a product but left it marked as private or hidden

• Your membership plugin requires login access — but the page was supposed to be public

• You accidentally blocked the page in your robots.txt or SEO settings

• A new plugin or security tool flipped the access controls behind the scenes

Why it matters:

• You could lose visibility for high-value pages you meant to rank

• Shoppers and potential clients may leave if they can’t access what they clicked

• And if Google can’t see it? It’s not showing it — and thats what we dont want.

• It can also slow or interrupt your smooth client experience — especially for onboarding or digital delivery

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All the code scans, asset checks, and error messages?

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We handle that.

Because nothing should be blocking your traffic — or your business.

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Final Thoughts

Alright, love bug — there you have it.

We just covered three of the most common website error messages that could be blocking your traffic and stalling your growth.

Sure, there are plenty more codes floating around out there — but these three?

These are some of the most important ones to keep an eye on, especially if you’re running a content-driven business.

Side note: no website is going to be 100% perfect all the time. That’s just the nature of tech.

But you do want your site functioning correctly for your customers, clients, and visitors.

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Alright love bug, until next time!
Your favorite foodie and blogger, Keesh.

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