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Best Practices & Optimization
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Avoiding a few frequent setup errors will keep your automation stable and your data accurate.
Avoiding a few frequent setup errors will keep your automation stable and your data accurate.
Common Configuration Errors
| Mistake | Why It Matters | Fix |
|---|---|---|
Missing <head> installationMost frequent setup issue | AI crawlers can't locate your generated files | Install AI References → |
Incorrect DNS A Record | Subdomain not connected, files inaccessible | Connect Your Custom Domain → |
Excessive cadence on static pages | Unnecessary credit consumption | Adjust to weekly or monthly. See Refresh Frequencies |
Overlapping formats | Duplicate or redundant structured data | Enable only needed formats. See Enable File Formats |
Ignoring "Failed" queue statuses | Pages not updated | Processing Queue & Statuses → |
Most Frequent Setup Issues
Missing <head> installation
Most frequent setup issue
Incorrect DNS A Record
Excessive cadence on static pages
Prevention
- • Verify DNS configuration
- • Install AI references
- • Match cadence to content
Best Practices
- • Regular configuration reviews
- • Monitor queue status
- • Optimize credit usage
Cross-reference the correct guide to fix each issue
Prevention Checklist
Use this checklist to verify your Geordy setup is optimized and error-free:
Setup Verification
- AI references installed in
<head> - DNS A record pointing to Geordy's IP
- Subdomain accessible (HTTP 200)
- All enabled formats generating correctly
Optimization Verification
- Cadence matches content update frequency
- Only necessary formats enabled
- Low-value URLs excluded or deprioritized
- No failed scans in processing queue
Regular Maintenance
Review your Geordy configuration monthly to ensure optimal performance. Check for failed scans, adjust cadences based on content changes, and verify that all files remain accessible.
Summary
After applying these best practices, you will:
- Maximize AI visibility with minimal credit use
- Maintain a healthy cadence strategy
- Ensure all generated files remain valid and accessible
- Prevent common configuration issues before they occur
Next Steps
Continue to Troubleshooting & FAQs for quick fixes and diagnostics when something doesn't look right.