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Google To Prioritize AI Overviews Ads Over Organic Search

Google keynote speakers demonstrated how AI Overviews will prioritize advertising over organic search The post Google To Prioritize AI Overviews Ads Over Organic Search appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Google Tests Blocking News Content For 4% Of Canadians

Google is conducting tests that block some Canadians’ news content in response to a new government bill, Bill C-18. The post Google Tests Blocking News Content For 4% Of Canadians…

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Google Updates Helpful Content Guidance, Streamlines Search Conso...

Google updates helpful content creation guidance, emphasizing page experience, and revamps Search Console reports for improved alignment with ranking systems. The post Google Updates Helpful Content Guidance, Streamlines Search Console…

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Google Will Not Set Date For Mobile-First Index

Google announces that they will not set a date for a switch to a 100% mobile-first search index The post Google Will Not Set Date For Mobile-First Index appeared first…

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The Top 8 Heatmap Software Options Compared

Not sure what you need to improve your site? Pinpoint where your customers engage the most (and least) with these top 8 heat mapping tools. The post The Top 8…

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How Does Google Multisearch Affect SEO?

Google’s John Mueller answers a question about multisearch and how that might affect SEO The post How Does Google Multisearch Affect SEO? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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How To Buy An Online Business (& Where To Buy)

Taking a leap to buy an online business is rewarding when you significantly reduce your risk. Here are important factors for consideration. The post How To Buy An Online Business…

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How To Go Live On TikTok: A Step By Step Guide

Make the most out of your TikTok account with its recent new feature: TikTok LIVE! Host your first one with confidence with this comprehensive guide. The post How To Go…

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10 Big Ways Infographics Benefit Your Content Strategy

Whether you’re just getting started with a simple infographic or already a seasoned pro, infographics belong in any content marketing strategy. Here’s why. The post 10 Big Ways Infographics Benefit…

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Is Google Losing Steam In The Ad Marketplace?

The recently announced partnership of Netflix and Microsoft is another blowback on Google’s share of the ad marketplace. The post Is Google Losing Steam In The Ad Marketplace? appeared first…

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LinkedIn Expands Audio Events To All Users

LinkedIn is expanding audio-only live events, first introduced in January in a beta test, to all users who have Creator Mode turned on. The post LinkedIn Expands Audio Events To…

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Google Causes Global SEO Tool Outages

Google triggers global outages at rank and keyword tracking services around the world The post Google Causes Global SEO Tool Outages appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Meta Focused On Safety, Security in 2022

Meta implemented a number of new programs and features designed to improve safety and security on its platforms in 2022. The post Meta Focused On Safety, Security in 2022 appeared…

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Google Completes March 2025 Core Update Rollout

Google completes March 2025 Core Update rollout after two weeks of implementation across search results worldwide. The post Google Completes March 2025 Core Update Rollout appeared first on Search Engine…

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Google Files New Patent On Personal History-Based Search

Google’s new patent enables users to search their personal history, like web pages or emails, using natural language queries. The post Google Files New Patent On Personal History-Based Search appeared…

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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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Is User-Generated Content (UGC) A Google Ranking Factor?

Can UGC affect your organic search rankings? Read on to learn whether there is any connection between user-generated content and improved Google rankings. The post Is User-Generated Content (UGC) A…

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Google’s John Mueller On Links From News Sites

Google’s John Mueller offers his insights into how Google handles links from news sites The post Google’s John Mueller On Links From News Sites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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SEO Vs. Web Developers: Who Should Lead Implementation?

Let’s discuss the challenges that SEO pros face when working with web developers and IT professionals and the benefits of SEO-led implementation. The post SEO Vs. Web Developers: Who Should…

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How to Choose the Best Shopify Theme for SEO

Choosing your Shopify store theme is part of an SEO-focused approach. Here are 13 things to check out in Shopify themes. The post How to Choose the Best Shopify Theme…

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TikTok Introduces Interactive Add-Ons For Ads

TikTok now allows advertisers to incorporate interactive add-ons to in-feed ads. These interactive elements are intended to help brands attract and engage viewers. The post TikTok Introduces Interactive Add-Ons For…

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TikTok Trends Right Now: Winter 2022

Here are the top five Winter TikTok trends to give you inspiration and help you create potentially viral videos for your TikTok marketing The post TikTok Trends Right Now: Winter…

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Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Social Media Manager

A dedicated social media manager is an essential part of your brand’s digital marketing strategy. Here are 5 reasons why. The post Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Social…

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Building A Keyword Strategy For Comparison Content

Learn how to find the best keywords for comparison content with this step-by-step process designed to improve your organic product marketing strategy. The post Building A Keyword Strategy For Comparison…

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Does Content or Links Improve Trust with Google?

Google’s John Mueller pops the bubble on the idea that trust factors or trust metrics are used by Google The post Does Content or Links Improve Trust with Google? appeared…

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What Is The Content Marketing Funnel?

Gain a thorough understanding of your target customer, how they think, what they are looking for, and how you can solve their problem. The post What Is The Content Marketing…

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Twitter Expands Campaign Planner To 15 More Countries

Twitter is expanding its Campaign Planner forecasting tool for advertisers to 15 additional countries and adding support for the video views objective. The post Twitter Expands Campaign Planner To 15…

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7 Content Writing Trends For 2023

New technologies continue to become part of the content marketing landscape. Discover the seven biggest trends you should keep an eye on. The post 7 Content Writing Trends For 2023…

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21 Web Directories You’ll Still Want To Use

Check out this list of web directories with real traffic that could translate into real business value for your website. The post 21 Web Directories You’ll Still Want To Use…

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Web Push Coming to iOS

WebKit’s message alert service Web Push will soon be supported by WebKit for users of Apple devices, according to a tweet from Jen Simmons, a member of the Safari and…

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Do You Still Need Directory Submissions For Local SEO?

Own a local business? Consider directory listings and apply the best practices related to data and contact information consistency. The post Do You Still Need Directory Submissions For Local SEO?…

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Why Do Core Web Vitals Scores Always Change?

Google’s John Mueller answers why core web vitals scores seem to always change even when web pages remain the same The post Why Do Core Web Vitals Scores Always Change?…

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Will AI Kill SEO? We Asked ChatGPT

Should you be worried that ChatGPT taking over your SEO job? Here’s what to expect about the hot topic in this week’s Ask An SEO. The post Will AI Kill…

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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 Ads Conversion Lift Tutorial For Advertisers

Learn how to set up a conversion lift study in Google Ads with their most recent tutorial video. The post Google Ads Conversion Lift Tutorial For Advertisers appeared first on…

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Is Your Company Blog Eligible For Google News?

Google’s John Mueller answers if a company blog can be eligible for Google News The post Is Your Company Blog Eligible For Google News? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Google Courts Small Advertisers With Premium Support Pilot

Google launches a pilot program offering premium customer service and support for select small business Google Ads clients. The post Google Courts Small Advertisers With Premium Support Pilot appeared first…

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Google: Don’t Combine Site Moves With Other Big Changes

Learn from Google’s Search Relations team how to minimize risks and avoid traffic loss during domain changes. The post Google: Don’t Combine Site Moves With Other Big Changes appeared first…

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Google Expands Verification Requirement For Finance Ads

Google is expanding its verification program for finance ads, which will require advertisers in more countries to prove they’re authorized to promote financial services. The post Google Expands Verification Requirement…

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Google Announces A New Carousel Rich Result

Google announced a new scrolling carousel that displays as a rich result that can be used for products, local businesses and events The post Google Announces A New Carousel Rich…

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Google Makes Audio Ads Available To All Advertisers

Google is making audio ads available to all advertisers, giving businesses more ways to reach music and podcast listeners on YouTube. The post Google Makes Audio Ads Available To All…

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Google On Trial: Antitrust Allegations Advance

U.S. District Court greenlights key antitrust lawsuits against Google, potentially paving the way for changes in digital advertising. The post Google On Trial: Antitrust Allegations Advance appeared first on Search…

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Google Scene Exploration Searches The World Around You

At its annual I/O conference held today, Google announces an upgrade to multisearch that conducts simultaneous queries about objects around you. The post Google Scene Exploration Searches The World Around…

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Google Updates Some SERPs With Translated Results

Google documented a change called Translated Results that affects six languages. It auto-translates the titles and snippets between languages The post Google Updates Some SERPs With Translated Results appeared first…

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Google’s Indifference To Site Publishers Explained

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…

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GPT-4: How Is It Different From GPT-3.5?

Learn how OpenAI’s latest version of the popular tool has improved to revolutionize marketing and AI-driven communications. The post GPT-4: How Is It Different From GPT-3.5? appeared first on Search…

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Google Shares Advice on Site Migrations

Google offers tips on completing a successful site migration The post Google Shares Advice on Site Migrations appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Instagram Adds More Demographic Insights For Businesses

Instagram Insights now provides key demographic information about a business’s engaged including top cities, top countries, top age ranges, and more. The post Instagram Adds More Demographic Insights For Businesses…

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What’s The First Step In Law Firm SEO?

Getting a law firm to rank at the top of Google Search is a big undertaking. Take the first step with this foundational guide. The post What’s The First Step…

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Google Updates Site Reputation Abuse Policy Documentation

Google updates site reputation abuse policy documentation, adding clearer guidance from FAQs to help ensure compliance. The post Google Updates Site Reputation Abuse Policy Documentation appeared first on Search Engine…

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Local SEO For Beginners: Getting Started

Just getting started with local SEO? See who needs it and how it coincides with voice search, mobile, and organic SEO, as well. The post Local SEO For Beginners: Getting…