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Google Explains How To Approach Content For SEO

Google encourages publishers to be realistic about the kinds of searches their content should appear for. The post Google Explains How To Approach Content For SEO appeared first on Search…

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Google Explains How Long It Takes For SEO To Work

Google’s John Mueller explains what site owners should expect after implementing SEO changes. The post Google Explains How Long It Takes For SEO To Work appeared first on Search Engine…

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Internet Marketing Ninjas Acquired By Previsible

Previsible has acquired Internet Marketing Ninjas to expand its link building and digital PR services, with both operating as separate brands The post Internet Marketing Ninjas Acquired By Previsible appeared…

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How To Get The Perfect Budget Mix For SEO And PPC

PPC drives results fast. SEO builds over time. Here’s how to budget for both with realistic expectations and measurable business outcomes. The post How To Get The Perfect Budget Mix…

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This Is Why AI Won’t Take Your Job (Yet)

Think AI will replace you? Not so fast. New research shows your human instincts still matter, especially in marketing and content. The post This Is Why AI Won’t Take Your…

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SEO Rockstar “Proves” You Don’t Need Meta Descriptions

Tests show that removing meta descriptions may improve search engine traffic, although some say SEO tests are performative theater. The post SEO Rockstar “Proves” You Don’t Need Meta Descriptions appeared…

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Keywords Are Dead, But The Keyword Universe Isn’t

In this week’s Growth Memo, Kevin Indig shows how to build a scalable keyword universe that adapts to AI-driven search intent and content priorities. The post Keywords Are Dead, But…

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Google: Many Top Sites Have Invalid HTML And Still Rank

Most top-ranking websites fail HTML validation. Google explains why perfect code isn’t required, and what matters instead. The post Google: Many Top Sites Have Invalid HTML And Still Rank appeared…

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Google Rolls Out June 2025 Core Update

Google’s June 2025 core update is now rolling out and may take up to three weeks to complete. The post Google Rolls Out June 2025 Core Update appeared first on…

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Google’s New MUVERA Algorithm Improves Search

Google’s multi-vector retrieval algorithm (MUVERA) speeds up search, is highly efficient and improves accuracy The post Google’s New MUVERA Algorithm Improves Search appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Query Fan-Out

Kevin Indig explores how query fan-out drives AI Mode and why classic “one query, one answer” SEO no longer cuts it. The post Query Fan-Out appeared first on Search Engine…

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Jill Whalen’s SEO Legacy Still Shapes The Industry

Jill Whalen, who recently passed away, championed an ethical approach to SEO that continues to influence the industry. The post Jill Whalen’s SEO Legacy Still Shapes The Industry appeared first…

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How Much Code Should SEO Pros Know? Google Weighs In

Google’s Martin Splitt and Gary Illyes discuss how much technical knowledge SEO professionals need, and why coding isn’t always essential. The post How Much Code Should SEO Pros Know? Google…

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Yoast SEO Plugin Bug Injects Hidden AI HTML Classes

Yoast fixed an AI-related bug that injected unintended HTML classes into content generated by its SEO Premium plugin. The post Yoast SEO Plugin Bug Injects Hidden AI HTML Classes appeared…

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Yoast SEO WordPress Plugin Adds Support For LLMs.Txt

Yoast has added a one-click llms.txt feature designed to guide AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini to important website content. The post Yoast SEO WordPress Plugin Adds Support For LLMs.Txt…

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OpenAI Rolls Out Update To ChatGPT Search

OpenAI quietly updated ChatGPT search to improve its ability to understand user queries and to answer increasingly complex questions. The post OpenAI Rolls Out Update To ChatGPT Search appeared first…

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Recipe Intent Keywords Are Triggering Google AI Overviews

Google AI Overviews is surfacing AI-generated search results for queries with recipe intent. The post Recipe Intent Keywords Are Triggering Google AI Overviews appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Google Search Team Explains The “It Depends” Response

Why Google’s SEO advice often sounds vague: Search Relations team explains the reasons behind “it depends” answers. The post Google Search Team Explains The “It Depends” Response appeared first on…

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Google Removes Robots.txt Guidance For Blocking Auto-Translated P...

Google removes robots.txt guidance for blocking auto-translated pages. This change aligns Google’s technical documents with its spam policies. The post Google Removes Robots.txt Guidance For Blocking Auto-Translated Pages appeared first…

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Google AI Mode: First Thoughts & Survival Strategies

Learn more about Google AI Mode through Barry Adam’s perspective and its impact on search results and user interaction. The post Google AI Mode: First Thoughts & Survival Strategies appeared…

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Google Shows Why Rankings Collapsed After Domain Migration

Google’s John Mueller showed how to diagnose a search visibility issue that was apparently triggered by a domain migration. The post Google Shows Why Rankings Collapsed After Domain Migration appeared…

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Google Launches Loyalty Program Structured Data Support

Google rolls out support for loyalty program structured data, which allows businesses to display member benefits in search results. The post Google Launches Loyalty Program Structured Data Support appeared first…

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3 Examples Of Product-Led SEO

Not all SEO scales the same. This piece breaks down when product-led strategies work – and when they don’t. The post 3 Examples Of Product-Led SEO appeared first on Search…

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WordPress Performance Team Releases New Plugin

WordPress has released a plugin that achieves smooth transitions between pages without the tradeoffs of Single Page Applications The post WordPress Performance Team Releases New Plugin appeared first on Search…

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How To Use LLMs For 301 Redirects At Scale

Discover strategies for implementing 301 redirects at scale LLMs to maintain site integrity and optimize crawl budget. The post How To Use LLMs For 301 Redirects At Scale appeared first…

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Google’s Query Fan-Out Patent: Thematic Search

Google’s Thematic Search patent describes a system that closely parallels how AI Mode’s Query Fan-Out technique generates summaries The post Google’s Query Fan-Out Patent: Thematic Search appeared first on Search…

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Deep Dive: International SEO In The Times Of AI

What actually moves the needle in international SEO? A closer look at common pitfalls, smart workflows, and overlooked opportunities. The post Deep Dive: International SEO In The Times Of AI…

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How To Measure Topical Authority [In 2025]

As AIOs take over SERPs, topical authority becomes more critical. This article explains how it works and what signals actually influence visibility. The post How To Measure Topical Authority [In…

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Use IndexNow For AI Search And Shopping SEO

IndexNow, paired with structured data, is an ideal way for online stores to get product data into AI-powered search. The post Use IndexNow For AI Search And Shopping SEO appeared…

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How Referral Traffic Undermines Long-Term Brand Growth

Why relying on referral traffic may create an SEO weakness that can undermine long-term growth. The post How Referral Traffic Undermines Long-Term Brand Growth appeared first on Search Engine Journal.