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Find the perfect project management tool for your SEO team. Compare the pros and cons of 15 platforms and optimize your campaigns. The post 15 Project Management Tools For SEO…

A discussion posted to LinkedIn criticizing CMOs reliant on AI-generated content for SEO received strong support from the SEO community The post CMOs Called Out For Reliance On AI Content…

Yelp sues Google for antitrust violations in local search, alleging monopolistic practices that harm competition and consumer choice. The post Yelp Sues Google Over Local Search Dominance appeared first on…

Struggling to find long tail keywords for your articles? Learn how to avoid keyword cannibalization and find the perfect keywords using non-traditional research tools. The post Ask An SEO: How…

Google Gemini’s Gems is a feature that allows users to customize AI experts, like for SEO to make it more effective The post New Google Gemini AI Experts Called Gems…

Google shows how to access hidden filters, what search operators really do, and how to get higher-quality actionable insights The post Google Shows 7 Hidden Features in Google Trends appeared…

Google’s Martin Splitt commented on whether a YouTube video converted into text content could be negatively impacted as a duplicate The post Google On YouTube “Cannibalization” Of Web Content appeared…

Critical WPML vulnerability enables remote code execution, impacting over 1 million WordPress websites The post WordPress Translation Plugin Vulnerability Affects +1 Million Sites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

SEOntology is more than a technical framework. Gain rich insights – learn to standardize SEO data and practices to build a sustainable future with GenAI. The post Introducing SEOntology: The…

Survey shows how SEOs get new business, the kinds of clients they’re signing up, and what services they’re providing The post Survey Shows Where SEOs Get Their Clients appeared first…

Google to replace Merchant Center with new version by September, introducing AI tools and unified management for online and local listings. The post Google To Replace Classic Merchant Center By…

Boost your Shopify store’s search engine rankings with these proven SEO techniques. Optimize your website for Google and drive more traffic and sales. The post Shopify SEO – How To…

Google confirms that low-quality traffic won’t impact ranking algorithms and explains why it has no effect The post Google Explains Why Low-Quality Traffic Can’t Impact Rankings appeared first on Search…

Maximize brand visibility in the changing search landscape. Learn strategies to maintain control of your content on AI-powered platforms. The post How To Maintain Brand Visibility And Thrive In This…

Discover how to improve your website’s Core Web Vitals and enhance user experience. Find out how to measure loading speed, interactivity, and visual stability. The post How You Can Measure…

Google’s Martin Splitt discussed how SEOs and site owners can fight malicious bots and improve site performance The post Google Shows How To Block Bots And Boost Site Performance appeared…

Google’s John Mueller shared an unexpected perspective on the ranking impact of title tags, clarifying their actual influence The post Google Says Title Tags “Maybe” Impact Rankings appeared first on…

Google’s revamped Video SEO documentation shows four ways to make content more effective The post Google’s Revamped Documentation Shows 4 Reasons To Refresh Content appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Get insights into the competition between Google and Microsoft Bing in the AI era. Understand the market share dynamics and the impact of artificial intelligence. The post Google vs Microsoft…

Google’s John Mueller cautioned against simply redirecting URLs in order to “fix” 404 errors, explaining how best to handle them The post Google Cautions On Improper 404 Handling appeared first…

Google’s John Mueller confirms core updates impact the search engine’s AI-powered overviews. The post Google Confirms AI Overviews Affected By Core Updates appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Exasperated by Reddit spam, an SEO exposes six ways spammers are using Reddit to exploit Google’s ranking algorithms The post 6 Ways Spammers Exploit Google With Reddit appeared first on…

Learn about Largest Contentful Paint – what it is, how it’s measured, and how to optimize for it to improve your Core Web Vitals score. The post What Is Largest…

Data confirms why SearchGPT may transform how users search and redefine expectations of organic search The post Data Confirms Disruptive Potential Of SearchGPT appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Communicating Google updates to C-level stakeholders made easy. Discover how to create frames of reference that resonate and provide clear, relevant insights. The post Simplifying Google Updates And Communications For…

Google’s John Mueller offers solutions for retailers when inaccuarate prices are displayed in search results. The post Google Offers Solutions for Inaccurate Product Pricing In Search appeared first on Search…

Google challenges the validity of specific SEO audit suggestions made by auditing tools The post Google Casts Doubt On Popular SEO Audit Advice appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google cautions: Search Console data remains after domain expiration. No reset option available. Temporary removal can hide expired sites. The post Google: Search Console Data Survives After Domain Expiration appeared…

Google’s John Mueller advises waiting until the August core update is complete before measuring the impact, claims most sites don’t see big changes. The post Google’s Mueller On August Core…

The longer users have to wait, the more likely they are to abandon your site. Identify and reduce render-blocking resources to display visual content ASAP. The post How To Identify…

Google launched a new crawler for commercial use, accompanied by documentation for site owners to track its traffic The post Google Quietly Launches New AI Crawler appeared first on Search…

Understand the non-digital marketing aspects of a company that can significantly impact your digital marketing performance and ROI. The post Non-Digital Marketing Factors That Hurt Digital Marketing ROI appeared first…

Google explains ‘not indexed’ status, advises improving content quality and server performance to enhance visibility in search results. The post Google’s Martin Splitt On Why Pages Aren’t Indexed appeared first…

Google’s Gary Illyes continues to warn SEO professionals and website owners about URL parameter crawl issues. The post Google’s Gary Illyes Continues To Warn About URL Parameter Issues appeared first…

Unleash the power of local influencers for your digital marketing strategy. Tap into their trusted voices to reach local audiences and boost your online visibility. The post Utilizing Local Influencers…

Join us LIVE on August 28th and learn expert strategies to succeed with AI Overviews in this new search environment. The post Use AI Overviews Like The Experts: Techniques For…

Google’s John Mueller offers advice on removing unwanted content from search results, such as online articles about past incidents. The post Google’s John Mueller On Removing Unwanted Content From Search…

Discover how to improve your website’s Core Web Vitals and enhance user experience. Find out how to measure loading speed, interactivity, and visual stability. The post How You Can Measure…

Live updates on a ranking glitch impacting Google search results – a separate ranking issue to the core update that is affecting search results. The post Google Ranking Glitch: Live…

Google updates core algorithm guidance, offering advice for assessing traffic drops and improving content. The post Google Revises Core Update Guidance: What’s Changed? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Why the Information Gain score described in Google’s recently granted patent might play a role in AI Overviews The post Google’s “Information Gain” Patent For Ranking Web Pages appeared first…

Google Search expands AI overviews to six countries, adds a save function, and simplifies language while testing in-text links for web content. The post Google Search Expands AI Overviews Globally…

Google’s August 2024 core update targets low-value SEO content, promoting quality websites. Full rollout expected within a month. The post Google Rolls Out August 2024 Core Update appeared first on…

Get insights into the competition between Google and Microsoft Bing in the AI era. Understand the market share dynamics and the impact of artificial intelligence. The post Google vs Microsoft…

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…

Understanding the implications of the monopoly ruling against Google. Discover the potential effects on SEO and the online advertising landscape. The post Monopoly: A Ruling Against Google Could Benefit The…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

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.