When is it better to use the 410 error rather than the 404? Choose two answers:
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Correct answer: When the page existed and then was intentionally removed, and will never be back, When you want to delete the page from the index as quickly as possible and are sure it won’t ever be back.
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A 410 Gone error indicates that the resource is permanently unavailable and will not return. This is distinct from a 404 Not Found error, which suggests the resource might be temporarily unavailable or the URL is incorrect. Therefore, using a 410 is appropriate when a page existed, was intentionally removed, and will never be restored. This signals to search engines like Google that the page should be removed from their index quickly, as it's a definitive deletion. If there's another page to replace the deleted URL, a 301 redirect is more appropriate to pass link equity. If the page might be restored, a 404 is better, as it doesn't imply permanent removal.
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