🔍 Overview
OTTO SEO can automatically inject ImageObject schema markup into your WordPress pages. If OTTO generates schema using inline data:image/svg+xml URLs, Google Search Console (GSC) will flag these as Invalid Image Metadata errors because Google cannot crawl or index base64-encoded inline images. This article explains what causes this issue and how to get it resolved.
⚠️ Before You Begin
- You need Administrator access to your WordPress dashboard.
- You need access to your Search Atlas account with OTTO SEO activated for your domain.
- GSC errors may take 24–72 hours to clear after schema is removed. This is normal.
🛠️ What This Issue Involves
The root cause is OTTO SEO injecting ImageObject schema that references inline base64-encoded SVG images, which Google cannot validate. The fix requires disabling OTTO's image schema output for your domain so that these invalid entries are no longer generated. Because the exact location of image schema controls within OTTO SEO settings may vary depending on your account configuration, the specific toggle or setting name is best confirmed with the Search Atlas support team, who can guide you to the correct control for your setup and disable it on your behalf if needed.
📋 Steps to Request Resolution
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Log in to your Search Atlas account and navigate to the OTTO SEO section.
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Review your current OTTO settings to see if there is any schema-related configuration visible for your domain.
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If you cannot locate an image schema setting, or if the Invalid Image Metadata errors persist after any changes you attempt, contact the Search Atlas support team directly.
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When reaching out, have the following ready:
- Your domain name (e.g., the site where OTTO SEO is activated)
- A screenshot or list of the specific GSC errors you are seeing
- The date the errors first appeared in Google Search Console
- Confirmation of whether you have already made any changes to OTTO settings
A support teammate can identify the correct schema setting for your account, disable image schema output, and confirm whether any JavaScript tag adjustments are needed on the WordPress side.
If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type human teammate to be connected with a member of our team.