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How Does SEO Work

What is SEO? Read about the basics you need to know to get started and learn the 3 biggest tips to SEO success. The post How Does SEO Work appeared…

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Google Confirms Update To Local Search Results

Google confirms an algorithm update began rolling out to local search results at the end of November and concluded on December 8. The post Google Confirms Update To Local Search…

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2021 Analysis of Top Ecommerce Platforms

Over 13 million website visits are analyzed to determine which ecommerce platform is the best. The data yielded some unexpected results The post 2021 Analysis of Top Ecommerce Platforms appeared…

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OpenX Ad Exchange Fined By FTC For Targeting Toddlers

OpenX Ad Exchange fined $2 million dollars for targeting ads to toddlers without parental consent and violating geolocation ad targeting preferences The post OpenX Ad Exchange Fined By FTC For…

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How To Set Up Google Analytics For Shopify

Looking to grow your Shopify business? Here’s everything you need to know about setting up Google Analytics to inform smarter business decisions. The post How To Set Up Google Analytics…

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Keyword Density: Is It A Google Ranking Factor?

Some still say keyword density matters, but should you be stressing about the percentage of keywords in your copy? The post Keyword Density: Is It A Google Ranking Factor? appeared…

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All In One SEO Vulnerability Affects +3 Million Sites

All In One SEO Plugin patched SQL Injection vulnerability that could expose privileged database information The post All In One SEO Vulnerability Affects +3 Million Sites appeared first on Search…

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Adobe Announces Free Creative Cloud Express

Adobe released a free suite of tools with the core functions of Photoshop and other tools. Includes templates and a million stock photos The post Adobe Announces Free Creative Cloud…

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7 Steps To Outrank Your True SEO Competition

To outrank the competition that is taking a large share of your target market, you’ll need to focus on each of these 7 SEO plays. The post 7 Steps To…

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InMotion Hosting Server Failure

An InMotion Hosting server suffered a major hardware failure resulting in many websites going offline. Host is rushing to restore service The post InMotion Hosting Server Failure appeared first on…

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New Marketing Ideas, Strategies & Channels For 2022

The more diversity you have in your marketing platform, the greater audience you’ll be able to reach. These informed decisions lead to more successful campaigns. The post New Marketing Ideas,…

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SEO Trends 2022, According to 44 Experts [Ebook]

Learn the SEO trends you need to know for 2022. Our new ebook features insights from 44 top SEO experts. The post SEO Trends 2022, According to 44 Experts [Ebook]…

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How Do I Deal With Large-Scale Pagination Issues?

In this Ask An SEO, Annika looks for guidance in dealing with enterprise pagination in a way that is both user and search engine-friendly. The post How Do I Deal…

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Google Experiences Internal Issues During Indexing

Google acknowledges an internal issue with indexing that triggered redirect error notices from Search Console The post Google Experiences Internal Issues During Indexing appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Get to Know Google Analytics 4: A Complete Guide

Google Analytics 4 is a powerful tool for understanding website traffic and how users behave on-site. Learn more to make the most of it here. The post Get to Know…

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How To Think More Creatively About PPC

Using bold and crazy ideas for your next PPC campaign could pay off huge if you get it right. Here’s what you need to know. The post How To Think…

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Don’t Do This On Facebook: A Guide For Marketers

Are you tripping over yourself trying to figure out Facebook marketing? Here are some easy dos and don’ts to guide your social strategy. The post Don’t Do This On Facebook:…

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cPanel Plugin Contains Log4j Vulnerability

cPanel plugin contains the critically vulnerable log4j library affected by what is being called a catastrophic vulnerability The post cPanel Plugin Contains Log4j Vulnerability appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Google: You Don’t Need To Be An Authority To Rank

Not all websites need to be seen as authorities in order to rank well in search results, says Google’s Search Advocate John Mueller. The post Google: You Don’t Need To…

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Google Ads Allows Stock Photos For Image Extensions

Google Ads is relaxing its policy on the use of stock photos in image extensions, meaning you’re no longer required to source your own visuals. The post Google Ads Allows…

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Are HTML Lists A Google Ranking Factor?

Can you use HTML lists, ordered or unordered, to rank higher in Google Search results? See what SEO experts had to say. The post Are HTML Lists A Google Ranking…

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7 Unexpected Lessons That Changed The Way I Write

You can take courses to learn writing, but unexpected insights can make you a great writer. Here are seven tips that taught me the most. The post 7 Unexpected Lessons…

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WordPress Security Plugin Exposes +1 Million Websites

WPS Hide Login WordPress Plugin exposed the location of the hidden login page, defeating the purpose of the plugin The post WordPress Security Plugin Exposes +1 Million Websites appeared first…

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Amazon Alexa SEO Tools Is Closing

Search marketing community loses a powerful suite of SEO and online marketing tools. Alexa marketing tools retired The post Amazon Alexa SEO Tools Is Closing appeared first on Search Engine…

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Meta Introduces Professional Mode For Facebook Profiles

A new professional mode for Facebook profiles enables users to make money with features that were previously exclusive to Facebook Pages. The post Meta Introduces Professional Mode For Facebook Profiles…

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Google’s Guide To User Generated Content (UGC)

A new guide from Google goes over the acceptable ways to incorporate UGC on your website to ensure you’re following the company’s guidelines. The post Google’s Guide To User Generated…

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Facebook AI Hunts & Removes Harmful Content

Facebook deployed a new AI technology that speeds up its ability to identify and remove harmful content The post Facebook AI Hunts & Removes Harmful Content appeared first on Search…

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Google Reveals Top Searches Of 2021

Google’s annual recap of the year’s top trending searches offers dozens of ideas for content publishers looking to capitalize on long-tail keyword opportunities. The post Google Reveals Top Searches Of…

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Web Design Practices That Frustrate SEO Pros

It takes a skilled team of both SEO pros and developers working together to build a successful website. Here’s how to make it happen. The post Web Design Practices That…

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Tag Pages & Content Tagging For SEO: A Complete Guide

Discover the tagging best practices and innovative tactics top publishers use to improve search visibility and the discoverability of content. The post Tag Pages & Content Tagging For SEO: A…

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Google Is Creating A New Core Web Vitals Metric

Google is developing a new responsiveness metric that could be a replacement for First Input Delay The post Google Is Creating A New Core Web Vitals Metric appeared first on…

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Is Your IP Address A Google Ranking Factor?

Are your hosting and IP address used by Google as a search ranking factor? Let’s take a look at the evidence. The post Is Your IP Address A Google Ranking…

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TikTok Users Can Make Money Through Tips & Gifts

TikTok is adding a new tipping feature, and the ability to send digital “gifts,” which will allow users to earn money from creating content. The post TikTok Users Can Make…

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10 Most Important PPC Trends To Know In 2022

Here are the top 10 PPC trends you need to know to execute successful advertising campaigns in 2022, according to 23 PPC experts. The post 10 Most Important PPC Trends…

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Are H1 Tags A Google Ranking Factor?

You’ll find all kinds of opinions online about the value of H1 tags for SEO. How much do they matter? The post Are H1 Tags A Google Ranking Factor? appeared…

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Are .gov Links a Google Ranking Factor?

Are .gov links any more valuable for SEO than other types of links? Some would like you to think they are, so let’s see. The post Are .gov Links a…

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Hospitality SEO Best Practices For 2022 & Beyond

See where hotels should focus digital marketing efforts now and how to put proven hospitality SEO best practices to work for your brand. The post Hospitality SEO Best Practices For…

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Google: Keep 301 Redirects In Place For A Year

Google answers how long 301 redirects should be kept in place after a site move, saying year is the minimum recommended length of time. The post Google: Keep 301 Redirects…

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Meta Makes It Easier To Run Cryptocurrency Ads

It’s now easier to run ads about cryptocurrency on Meta. Businesses can now obtain a regulatory license instead of going through a whole application process. The post Meta Makes It…

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4 Updates To Google Ads Performance Planner

Google’s Performance Planner tool for Google Ads is receiving four updates to help users plan multiple campaigns, make informed changes, and more. The post 4 Updates To Google Ads Performance…

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Google December 2021 Product Review Update

Google announced the rollout of a Product Review Update that will last during three entire weeks. Happy Holidays or bad timing? The post Google December 2021 Product Review Update appeared…

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How To Use Google Ads For Shopify Success

Learn how to optimize Shopping Ads in Google Ads for Shopify success and elevate your ad campaigns with a multi-channel strategy. The post How To Use Google Ads For Shopify…

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The 7 Habits of Successful Content Writers

Learn how to produce high-value content every time you sit down to create by applying these seven daily writing habits. The post The 7 Habits of Successful Content Writers appeared…

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57 SEO Insights From Google’s John Mueller

As Google’s Search Advocate, John Mueller shares too many SEO insights to keep up with. Here’s a roundup of top tips you may have missed. The post 57 SEO Insights…

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Google’s New Pathways AI Is Closer to Mammalian Brain

Google announced a new AI Architecture called Pathways that functions similarly to the human brain and can learn better than existing models The post Google’s New Pathways AI Is Closer…

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Google November Core Update Is Over – What Happened?

Google announced that the November 2021 Core Update is over. Search marketers share their insights on the impact The post Google November Core Update Is Over – What Happened? appeared…

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FLAN: Google Research Finds Better Machine Learning

New Google machine learning model is better state of the art for solving natural language processing tasks The post FLAN: Google Research Finds Better Machine Learning appeared first on Search…

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Google Announces A Search Bug in News Tab

Odd search bug discovered in Google News Search Tab. Will take a day to fix The post Google Announces A Search Bug in News Tab appeared first on Search Engine…

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SEJ Sponsored Post Sale Ends Tonight

For the first time in over a year we’re offering you the chance to save on sponsored articles!Offer available until midnight tonight. The post SEJ Sponsored Post Sale Ends Tonight…

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6 PPC Trends You Need To Know For 2022 Success

Explore the key areas of focus you’ll need to work to your advantage to craft the most effective PPC campaigns in 2022. The post 6 PPC Trends You Need To…

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Top Video SEO Strategy Tips [Podcast]

Want to start a podcast or YouTube show? Improve your Video SEO strategy, so your videos rank better? Join us for the SEJ Show E253. The post Top Video SEO…

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Google Algo Bug Puts Sites In Weird Limbo State

Google’s John Mueller confirmed a rare algorithm bug that causes sites to get stuck in a limbo that prevents them from ranking The post Google Algo Bug Puts Sites In…