Google Acknowledges Delays in Search Console Page Indexing Report

Google has confirmed a delay affecting the Page indexing report within Search Console, informing site owners that the issue impacts reporting timelines but not how pages are crawled or indexed.

The company announced the disruption in a LinkedIn post from Google Search Central, noting that the report is “experiencing longer than usual delays.” According to Google, the problem is limited to the Index Coverage report and does not influence crawling, indexing, or ranking processes.

A screenshot shared alongside the announcement showed the Page indexing report with its most recent data update listed as November 18.

What the Delay Means for Site Owners

While the delay does not affect how Google processes webpages, it may create confusion for those monitoring indexing trends or diagnosing technical SEO issues. Search Console’s Page indexing report typically provides insights into which URLs are indexed, which are excluded, and the reasons behind those statuses. When data is stale, recent changes in technical configurations or site fixes may not be reflected, potentially slowing troubleshooting efforts.

The disruption also highlights the reliance many publishers and site administrators place on Search Console’s aggregated reporting. Although crawling and indexing continue normally, delayed reporting can hinder visibility into ongoing issues such as unexpected crawl anomalies, template errors, or emerging indexation patterns.

Temporary Alternatives

Google advised that the URL Inspection tool, which provides real-time index status for individual URLs, remains unaffected by the delay. This tool can serve as a temporary workaround for verifying specific pages while the broader reporting issue persists.

What’s Next

Google stated that it will provide an update once the reporting delay is resolved. The company has not announced a timeline for restoration but emphasized that the disruption is confined to data reporting and does not signify broader indexing instability.

The issue underscores occasional disruptions in Search Console’s reporting systems, which have experienced similar delays in past years due to processing backlogs or infrastructure updates. Site owners monitoring critical indexing changes may need to rely on supplemental tools or direct URL checks until normal reporting cadence resumes.