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Download our ebook to uncover the latest trends and challenges in SEO. Gain valuable insights into what SEO professionals are facing in 2025. The post State Of SEO Report: Top…

Google’s AI search overviews favor YouTube and LinkedIn, shorten content, and mostly link to top organic results, a new study reveals. The post Google’s AI Overviews Ditch Reddit, Embrace YouTube…

Join our next webinar on August 21 and learn strategies that can help you make the most of your existing ecommerce site. The post Maximize Your Organic Traffic for Enterprise…

Discover 13 practical steps to enhance website crawlability and indexability. Improve your site’s visibility in search results. The post 13 Steps To Boost Your Site’s Crawlability And Indexability appeared first…

A little-known Google patent describes the use of branded search queries as ranking factors similar to links The post Google’s “Branded Search” Patent For Ranking Search Results appeared first on…

Unlock the potential of AI and citations in search engines. Learn how to build brand authority and create compelling content for the AI ecosystem. The post AI Agnostic Optimization: Content…

Find out how Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS) can affect your website and why it’s important to optimize for this Google ranking factor. The post Understanding & Optimizing Cumulative Layout Shift…

Improve SEO and user experience with breadcrumbs on your website. Learn how implementing breadcrumbs can have a positive impact on your website’s visibility and navigation. The post What Are Breadcrumbs…

Google acknowledged three things that can cause an increase in Googlebot’s crawling frequency The post Google Confirms 3 Ways To Make Googlebot Crawl More appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Unlock the power of AI content checkers to ensure original, high-quality content. Discover the top AI content checkers for 2024 and detect plagiarism with ease. The post The 6 Best…

Google’s Gary Illyes warns of URL parameter issues causing crawler inefficiencies, especially for e-commerce sites. The post Google Warns: URL Parameters Create Crawl Issues appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google’s Gary Illyes reveals Googlebot collects links instead of “following” them, contradicting official documentation. The post Google’s Mixed Messages: Does Googlebot Really “Follow” Links? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Learn how to create a scalable and efficient local SEO campaign for multi-location businesses. Optimize content across city and area service pages for long-term ROI. The post Creating Value And…

Supercharge your global website management with AI tools. Explore the benefits of leveraging AI technology for content, SEO, research, and more. The post Using AI Tools For Global Websites Operation…

Learn more about query refinements in shopping SERPs. Gain insights into how e-commerce sites can use query refinements to improve user experience and increase sales. The post Query Refinements: How…

Outsourcing SEO involves hiring experts to manage your SEO activities. This post discusses strategies for selecting and collaborating with the right partner to maximize results. The post Maximizing Your SEO…

A federal judge found Google violated antitrust law in the search market. The ruling cites monopolistic practices, including paid default agreements. The post Google Found in Violation of Antitrust Law,…

Join us LIVE on August 14 and discover the latest organic search benchmarks, trends, and insights that will boost your visibility in the SERPs. The post Improve Your Site With…

Uncover the true importance of SEO and search engines in the ever-changing digital landscape. Learn why it’s crucial to adapt your strategy. The post Why Search (And The User) Is…

Google offers five insights about how Google Trends is useful for SEO and understanding search traffic issues The post Google Gives 5 SEO Insights On Google Trends appeared first on…

Find out how Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS) can affect your website and why it’s important to optimize for this Google ranking factor. The post Understanding & Optimizing Cumulative Layout Shift…

Improve SEO and user experience with breadcrumbs on your website. Learn how implementing breadcrumbs can have a positive impact on your website’s visibility and navigation. The post What Are Breadcrumbs…

Google’s Gary Illyes confirms that robots.txt is ineffective at stopping unauthorized access The post Google Confirms Robots.txt Can’t Prevent Unauthorized Access appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google clarifies Autocomplete functionality, addressing user concerns and explaining recent issues. The post Google Clarifies Autocomplete Functionality Amid User Concerns appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google updates Publisher Tag Ads Library to improve INP scores and ad loading efficiency. New features offer publishers more control. The post Google Introduces INP Improvement For Publisher Tag Ads…

Should you delete your GBP if you sell nationwide? Find out if your business is eligible for a Google Business Profile and if it’s necessary. The post Ask An SEO:…

Achieve SEO success with agile methods. Learn how to get resources and buy-in from executives without lengthy strategy documents. The post Agile SEO: Moving From Strategy To Action appeared first…

What to know about Google’s Core Topicality Systems and the implications for SEO The post What Are Google’s Core Topicality Systems? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Get insights into the importance of understanding user intent for effective SEO. Learn how Google’s algorithms prioritize relevant content. The post How People Search: Understanding User Intent appeared first on…

Google’s AI Overviews rarely appear in trending news searches, study finds. Health queries most affected. The post Google’s AI Overviews Appear In 3.9% Of Trending News Searches, Study Finds appeared…

Google expands “About this image” feature, enhances deepfake detection, aiming to combat misinformation in search results. The post Google Expands ‘About This Image’ To More Platforms appeared first on Search…

Google updates search algorithm to combat explicit deepfakes, improving content removal and adjusting rankings to protect users from non-consensual imagery. The post Google Search Algorithm Update Targeting Explicit Deepfakes appeared…

Explore the impact of AI, and how it can take your skills to the next level, all in one place. The post AI Integration in Marketing: Strategic Insights For SEO…

Learn about the unique position of OpenAI’s new search engine, Search GPT, as a potential challenger to Google Search in the market. The post Search GPT – Can Search GPT…

Join our next webinar on August 7 and learn how to drive real impact in local rankings and user experience like the big brands. The post Cracking Open The Local…

Google hints at a potential shift to automatic language detection, which could reduce reliance on manual hreflang annotations for multilingual websites. The post Google May Rely Less On Hreflang, Shift…

Google’s Gary Illyes suggests incorrect hreflang tags may not hurt SEO, but the content language remains a key signal for search relevance. The post Google Insights: Can Incorrect Hreflang Tags…

Google suggests ccTLDs could lose SEO value in years’ time due to creative branding use, urging focus on hreflang for international targeting. The post Google Hints Lowering SEO Value Of…

Google’s Gary Illyes cautioned against blindly trusting generative AI answers The post Google Advises Caution With AI Generated Answers appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Five automated enterprise SEO workflows to improve efficiency, enhance SEO strategy, and get more buy-in. The post 5 Automated And AI-Driven Workflows To Scale Enterprise SEO appeared first on Search…

Google’s Gary Illyes cautioned that blocking the GoogleOther crawler may have an effect on a wide range of things across Google The post Google Cautions On Blocking GoogleOther Bot appeared…

How can you use AI to enhance your your marketing efforts while prioritizing privacy, compliance, trust, and service? The post What Can AI Do For Healthcare Marketing In 2024? appeared…

Find out how to easily detect keyword cannibalization with OpenAI’s text embeddings. Level up your SEO skills with the help of generative AI. The post Find Keyword Cannibalization Using OpenAI’s…

An independent study finds that AI boosts search satisfaction. Google leads, but competitors gain. Social media also sees modest improvements. The post Study Backs Google’s Claims: AI Search Boosts User…

OpenAI launches SearchGPT, an AI-powered search prototype offering direct answers with citations. The post OpenAI Launches SearchGPT: AI-Powered Search Prototype appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Discover the journey of moving from niche sites to becoming an SEO agency owner. Learn how to optimize for search and drive traffic to websites. The post Moving From Niche…

Bing’s updated AI search layout is good news because it was purposely designed to keep sending clicks to websites The post Bing’s Updated AI Search Will Make Site Owners Happy…

Achieve SEO success with agile methods. Learn how to get resources and buy-in from executives without lengthy strategy documents. The post Agile SEO: Moving From Strategy To Action appeared first…

Alphabet reports strong Q2 2024: Google Search revenue up 14%, Cloud surpasses $10 billion. AI innovation remains key focus. The post Google Search Revenue Grows 14% In Q2 2024 appeared…

Google shares three key tips for effective internal linking to improve SEO and user experience on websites. The post Google Shares Tips To Improve SEO Through Internal Links appeared first…

Uncover the transformative power of AI in SEO. Learn how AI is reshaping content creation and the challenges it poses for human-generated content. The post System Builders – How AI…

Explore the impact of SGE, Gemini, and AGI on search. Discover the potential of Google’s AI technologies in reshaping information retrieval. The post Looking Ahead To The Future – SGE,…

Google’s John Mueller says that an exponential growth in content can trigger a re-evaluation The post Google Cautions: Exponential Content Growth Causes Re-Evaluation appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google’s John Mueller offers an unexpected answer to whether blocking Google cancels the “linking power” The post Google Says This Will Cancel Your “Linking Power” appeared first on Search Engine…

Join us LIVE on July 31 and learn simple hacks for attaining thousands of high authority links using Digital PR. The post Hacking Digital PR: How to Earn High-Authority Links…

Google’s John Mueller explains 4 things you need to know in order to get more product rich results The post Google Says How To Get More Product Rich Results appeared…

Get insights into the importance of understanding user intent for effective SEO. Learn how Google’s algorithms prioritize relevant content. The post How People Search: Understanding User Intent appeared first on…

Ensure your website’s content is original with these Copyscape alternatives. Learn how to check for plagiarism and protect your credibility. The post 11 Copyscape Alternatives To Check Plagiarism appeared first…

Google’s documentation is updated to alert users of their final opportunity to export and save their Notes on Search data The post Google Warns Of Last Chance To Export Notes…

Don’t fall for misinformation! Get the real facts about SEO practices and trust the right experts. The post How To Spot SEO Myths: 26 Common SEO Myths, Debunked appeared first…

WP Engine announced the acquisition of NitroPack, a leading SaaS website performance provider The post WP Engine WordPress Hosting Acquires NitroPack appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Want a website but don’t have the skills or time to design and build one? Try one of these top website builders. The post The 10 Best Website Builders To…

Google’s Gary Illyes confirmed that Google Search will show preference to country code domain names in the search results The post Google Confirms Ranking Boost For Country Code Domains appeared…

Google is adding a new metric to their Core Web Vitals. It’s called Interaction to Next Paint, or INP. The post Interaction To Next Paint (INP): Everything You Need To…

Google is adding a new metric to their Core Web Vitals. It’s called Interaction to Next Paint, or INP. The post Interaction To Next Paint (INP): Everything You Need To…

Google’s Gary Illyes answered a question about hierarchical headings and what it means for ranking purposes The post Google Clarifies H1-H6 Headings For SEO appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google’s John Mueller shares tips on checking if the SEO company you hired is actually doing the work they promised. The post Google’s John Mueller On How To Verify An…

Learn why building a strong brand is essential for SEO and how it prepares marketers for a future driven by brand-first strategies. The post What SEO Should Know About Brand…

Organizations typically are a mixture of orientations that impact all aspects of the business from operations, finance, and marketing and sales functions. This also means it can influence the marketing…

Explore the three pillars of SEO: authority, relevance, and user experience. Get insights on optimizing your website for better rankings and increased traffic. The post The Three Pillars Of SEO:…

Research confirms Google AIO keyword trends observed by digital marketers The post Research Confirms Google AIO Keyword Trends appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Learn the importance of a strong SEO strategy for colleges to enhance online visibility, attract prospective students, and increase enrollment. The post SEO For Higher Education: Best Practices For Academic…

Google’s web crawler simulates “idle” states to better render JavaScript-heavy sites, improving indexing of deferred content on webpages. The post Google’s Web Crawler Fakes Being “Idle” To Render JavaScript appeared…

Performance metrics in June 2024 CrUX data are expected to inform Google’s Page Experience Ranking Factor The post CWV & Google Page Experience Ranking Factor Updated appeared first on Search…

Gain insight as this article explores a thousand random keywords to see if ccTLDs are becoming more relevant in US search results. The post What 4,538 Domains Tell Us About…

Understand the new era of search with AI. Learn how AI has revolutionized search engines and how it affects SEO best practices. The post AI Has Changed How Search Works…

Google’s choice of the word “creators” illustrates the transitory quality of digital marketing knowledge and best practices The post The Reason Why Google Uses The Word “Creators” appeared first on…

A recent Google podcast and interview unintentionally reveals why Google seems indifferent to publishers hurt by recent updates The post Google’s Indifference To Site Publishers Explained appeared first on Search…

Google confirms no option to block content from Discover, unlike News, highlighting limitations in crawling control. The post Google Says There’s No Way To Block Content From Discover Feed appeared…

Google renders all webpages, including JavaScript-heavy sites, for search indexing. The post Google Renders All Pages For Search, Including JavaScript-Heavy Sites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Get a comprehensive overview of Facebook’s reach, user behavior, and influence with the latest statistics and facts so you can adapt your social media strategy. The post 42 Facebook Statistics…

Join our next Search Engine Journal webinar on July 24 and learn a comprehensive method for holistic search marketing efforts, ensuring sustainable growth and ROI. The post Holistic Search Strategies:…

Ensure your website’s content is original with these Copyscape alternatives. Learn how to check for plagiarism and protect your credibility. The post 11 Copyscape Alternatives To Check Plagiarism appeared first…

Explore the impact of Reddit on search results and learn strategies to leverage your brand’s presence on this influential platform. The post Reddit Subreddits To Google Search: Maximizing Your Brand’s…

Getting digital strategy right is the first part of building out a digital marketing success plan and the first step of the START Planning. The post START Planning Steps To…

Google is now translating search results into 8 more languages, increasing global visibility for publishers The post Google’s Now Translating SERPs Into More Languages appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Discover the reasons behind a high bounce rate on your website and learn effective strategies for reducing it. Improve user experience and SEO performance. The post 12 Reasons Your Website…

Discover the top 10 digital marketing trends for 2024. Explore the importance of strategy over the latest technology and gain valuable insights. The post Top 10 Digital Marketing Trends For…

Google’s John Mueller confronted with question about anonymous Redditors outranking authoritative websites The post Google’s Response To Experts Outranked By Redditors appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Don’t fall for misinformation! Get the real facts about SEO practices and trust the right experts. The post How To Spot SEO Myths: 26 Common SEO Myths, Debunked appeared first…

Google’s Gary Illyes confirmed that markup that SEOs and site owners control are generally not good signals The post Google Says These Are Not Good Signals appeared first on Search…

Google Search updated their documentation to reflect full support for labeling images that were AI-generated or manipulated The post Google Search Now Supports Labeling AI Generated Or Manipulated Images appeared…

This analysis explores the integration of shopping experiences into Google’s SERP features and evaluates their significance for ecommerce search queries. The post Critical SERP Features Of Google’s Shopping Marketplace appeared…

Discover how integrating digital PR with SEO can drive qualified leads and ensure consistent messaging to guide customers to website engagement. The post 3 Types Of PR & SEO Funnels…

Google struggles to shift iPhone searches to its apps, reaching a low 30% adoption, as antitrust concerns loom over the Safari partnership. The post Google Struggles To Boost Search Traffic…

Join our next Search Engine Journal webinar on July 17 and learn how to outrank your competition and hone your technical SEO strategy. The post Technical SEO Strategy: Expert Tips…

Explore the steps involved in using Python to test SEO theories and ensure the success of your SEO implementation. The post How To Use Python To Test SEO Theories (And…

Explore the three pillars of SEO: authority, relevance, and user experience. Get insights on optimizing your website for better rankings and increased traffic. The post The Three Pillars Of SEO:…

Discover the importance of budgeting for SEO services. Find out how to calculate and plan your SEO budget effectively for optimal online presence and growth. The post SEO Cost Calculator:…

Google’s Gary Illyes offers an unusually precise reason why negative SEO links don’t work The post Google Gives Exact Reason Why Negative SEO Doesn’t Work appeared first on Search Engine…