Breadcrumb Schema
01 Definition
Breadcrumb Schema meaning: Breadcrumb schema is markup that shows a page's position in the site hierarchy.
Breadcrumb schema is structured data using the BreadcrumbList type from Schema.org that describes the path from a site's home page to the current page. Google can use it to show a breadcrumb trail in search results instead of a plain URL. It clarifies site structure for users and search engines.
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Why it matters
How Breadcrumb Schema fits the work
Breadcrumb schema can replace a raw URL in search results with a clear path, helping users understand where a page sits on your site.
In context
A shop added breadcrumb schema so its listing showed Home, then Shoes, then Running instead of a long product URL.
Practical note
The markup should match the visible breadcrumb trail and true site structure. Google may still choose its own breadcrumb display regardless of your markup.