Ahrefs’ $29 Starter plan – what’s included and how it compares
Meet our Starter plan: a $29/month offering that’s great for SEO beginners who are looking to go beyond the basics offered in our free Ahrefs Webmaster Tools plan. Here’s what…
What Is Largest Contentful Paint: An Easy Explanation
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…
How To Identify & Reduce Render-Blocking Resources
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’s New Support For AVIF Images May Boost SEO
Google’s support for AVIF images in Search will have a positive impact for site performance. Time to consider AVIF The post Google’s New Support For AVIF Images May Boost SEO…
How to set up Google Search Console: The Ultimate Guide
You can set up Google Search Console with a DNS service, HTML tag, Google Analytics or Google Tag Manager. Verify your ownership to manage an account and toggle user permissions.
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 30, 2024
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. I posted the…
Product-Led Growth: Strategy, Metrics, and Real-Life Cases
Learn what product-led growth strategy is, benefits, implementation tips, and key metrics for success. Boost your business today!
Search News Buzz Video Recap: Google August Core Update Data, SEO...
We have been tracking the Google core update and seeing more surges and changes with those hit by the September helpful content update. I ran a survey asking how SEOs…
Google August 2024 Core Update Impact Poll Results
Earlier this week, I posted polls across numerous sites, asking SEOs how they were impacted by the last Google August 2024 core update – knowing the update is not done…
Google Store Rating Videos Reviews Of Popular Products
Google is now showing video reviews in the reviews of popular products section in the Google Store ratings landing area on Google Search. Got all that?
Here Are Some In The Area Google Ads
Google has this ad format, I don’t think it is new, but it is titled “Here are some in the area.” These look like a version of Local Service Ads,…
Google Ads Change Bid Strategy Popup Dialog
Some advertisers see Google Ads show this request dialog popup asking them to change their bid strategies. This shows in the Google Ads advertiser console, which asks the advertiser to…
Google Shopping Carousel More Like This Button
Google Search is showing the shopping results but now shows “more like this” buttons under the products it shows for some carousel groupings. When you click on that “more like…
15 Project Management Tools For SEO Professionals
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…
The Marketing Funnel: What It Is & How It Works
A marketing funnel is a model of the customer journey that represents the buying stages people go through.
Organic Keywords: What Are They & How to Find Them
Organic keywords are keywords that send free traffic to your website. Learn how to find them.
5 SEO Insights About Outbound Links
Five essential insights about SEO and outbound links now that search engines use AI The post 5 SEO Insights About Outbound Links appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
What Is Page Speed & How to Improve It
Page speed measures how fast a webpage loads. We‘ll show you how to find and improve your page speed.
CMOs Called Out For Reliance On AI Content 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…
Google Debunks Outbound Links For SEO
Google’s John Mueller debunks the idea that linking out is good for SEO The post Google Debunks Outbound Links For SEO appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
The ultimate guide on how to set up Google Alerts
Learn how to set up Google Alerts without any hassle in several clicks. Use our tips on advanced Google search operators to get the most relevant results.
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 29, 2024
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Yelp sued Google…
I Disavowed “Toxic Backlinks”: Here’s What Happened
After disavowing, traffic (as reported by GSC) fell by 7.1%: Before disavowing, according to GSC, traffic to these posts was trending slightly upward: After disavowing? Slightly downward: However, Ahrefs’ organic…
Here’s How You Can Outsource SEO Easily and Effectively (+ Best P...
Outsourcing SEO allows you to leverage expert knowledge and free up time for other critical aspects of your business. To outsource effectively, you’ll need to hire an SEO freelancer or…
Google Search Tests From Your Notifications Box
Google Search seems to be testing a new search box that is titled “from your notifications.” I assume this works for Android devices only, where Google Search can detect the…
Google Merging Booking On Google Business Profiles & Local Se...
Google emailed some local businesses saying it will begin “unifying” booking on Google Business Profiles (GBP) and Local Services Ads (LSA). Google said this will create a “more seamless experience…
Google: We Don’t Count Words Or Links On Your Blog Posts
We know Google has told us for many years that word count is not a thing, Google doubled down on it last year. Google’s John Mueller reiterated that over the…
Tag Diagnostics & New Consent Management Setup In Google
Google announced what it is calling “strengthen your first-party data strategy with new tools.” These new tools are Tag Diagnostics and a new consent management setup within Google Ads, Google…
Yelp Sues Google Over Local Search Dominance
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…
Yelp Sues Google Over Unfair Advantage In Local Search
Yelp has officially filed a lawsuit against Google for allegedly using its monopolistic powers to give Google an unfair advantage in local search and local search ads. “For years, Google…
Ask An SEO: How To Find The Right Long-tail Keywords For Articles...
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…
How to Submit Your Website or a URL to Search Engines
You submit your website to Google by adding your sitemap to Google Search Console. Learn more here.
How to Monetize a Blog (& Grow Your Revenue)
Learn how to monetize a blog through ad networks, affiliate marketing, membership programs, and more.
People Also Ask: What It Is & How to Optimize for It
People Also Ask (PAA) is a Google Search feature that shows questions related to the user‘s search query
Google Algorithm Updates Timeline [2024-2009]
Learn about major Google algorithm updates from 2009 to 2024. And get insights for your SEO strategy.
New Google Gemini AI Experts Called Gems Might Be Good For SEO
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 7 Hidden Features in Google Trends
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…
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 28, 2024
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
Google August 2024 Core Update Impact Poll
Last week, a reader here asked if I would poll the audience to see how the last Google search algorithm update impacted them, the Google August 2024 core update. So,…
Google Issues Manual Actions Over Google Discover Policy Violatio...
In the past couple of days, Google has issued many manual actions around Google Discover policy violations. Just to be clear, you may have seen your Google Discover traffic drop…
Google Local Service Ads Review Links Expiring, Business Profiles...
Google has posted a notice that the old customer reviews links in Local Service Ads will expire and the Google Business profile link will be what you should use going…
Looker Studio Loses Access To Auction Insights Fields
Google’s Looker Studio has lost access to the Google Ads Auction Insights fields as of August 24, 2024 for new data sources. Then after September 23, 2024 it will no…
Google Ads Gains Shopping Trends, Sync, AI & More Ad Features
Google Ads announced a number of updates yesterday, across new reporting, shopping tools and more ad features, including, of course, AI ad features. “To help retailers maximize success and stay…
Google Ads Accidentally Releases Internal Tools
Tons of Google Ads advertisers are noticing a new button available in the Google Ads advertiser interface named “internal tools.” There is a lock icon for the internal tools button…
How to Get More Google Reviews: 9 Proven Tips
Ways to get Google reviews include delivering good service, sharing review links, and replying to reviews.
6 Important Keyword Metrics & How to Analyze Them
The most useful keyword metrics to look at during keyword research are search volume, difficulty, and intent.
Google Business Profile Video Verification Best Practices
Ensure the legitimacy of your Google Business Profile with video verification. Learn the best practices to increase online visibility for your local business. The post Google Business Profile Video Verification…
Google Says If Internal Nofollow Links Send A Quality Signal
Google’s Martin Splitt answered a question about nofollow links and quality signals The post Google Says If Internal Nofollow Links Send A Quality Signal appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
What Is a Dofollow Link? (& Why It Is Important in SEO)
“Dofollow“ links are links that don‘t have a “nofollow“ or other link attribute and therefore pass link equity.
Google Says Best Practices Can Have Minimal Effect
Google’s John Mueller observed that best practices have minimal effect on SEO The post Google Says Best Practices Can Have Minimal Effect appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Google On YouTube “Cannibalization” Of Web Content
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…
Travel SEO: 8 Strategies From Actual Travel Publishers and SEOs
In fact, according to Kevin Indig, travel was the fifth largest industry on the web by organic visibility in June 2024. If you want to generate more bookings or get…
WordPress Translation Plugin Vulnerability Affects +1 Million Sit...
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.
So You’ve Been Asked To “Humanize” AI Content
More people are trying to “pass the human check”, either to make AI content suck a little less or to blag AI content detection tools. The process of “humanizing AI…
What Makes a Good Website? The Only 2 Things That Matter
Focus on these two areas to create a website that people will want to visit, return to, and tell their friends about. If the site offers the type of content…
13 Essential On-Page SEO Factors You Need To Know
Discover the importance of on-page SEO factors for search visibility. From website architecture to content optimization, learn how to improve your rankings. The post 13 Essential On-Page SEO Factors You…
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 27, 2024
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Amazon Web Services…
SEOzempic: Quality Over Quantity For Google Indexing
Explore the evolving dynamics of Google’s indexing. Quality content is key to achieving organic traffic growth. The post SEOzempic: Quality Over Quantity For Google Indexing appeared first on Search Engine…
AI in Social Media: Strategies for Modern Marketers
Uncover the transformative power of AI in social media with tools like Social Content AI, designed to automate and refine content creation for dynamic engagement and streamlined workflows.
Introducing SEOntology: The Future Of SEO In The Age Of AI
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…
AWS S3 Blocked Googlebot From My Image URLs – Here Is My Re...
Back in mid-June, I noticed that Google was not showing many of my images in Google Search and Discover and also some readers were pointing it out to me. So…
Google Local Panel Maps Tests Expanding In Search Results
Google is now testing a new user experience for maps in the Google Search local panel section. Normally when you click on the map in the local knowledge panel, you…
Google Updates Organization Markup Search Docs To Clarify Logo &a...
Google has updated the first paragraph of its Organization structured data search developer documentation. Google said the update is to clarify “that some properties can influence which logo is shown,…
Google: We Generally Don’t Try Variations Of URLs
John Mueller from Google in the latest SEO office hours said that Google, Googlebot, does not generally try variations of URLs to see if they work. So if you have…
Get Your Login Page As A Sitelink In Google Search Results
For many sites that have customer or client portals, including SaaS companies, the login page is the primary destination for a lot of searchers. It will help your customers bypass…
Google Updates ProfilePage Structured Data Documentation
Google’s updated profile page structured data documentation clarifies how it’s used in Google Search The post Google Updates ProfilePage Structured Data Documentation appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
11 Best SERP Monitoring Tools for 2024
Check out our list of the top tools you can use to track your rankings on search engine results pages.
4 Types of Keywords in SEO (+ Examples)
Learn the four types of keywords in SEO and how to optimize your content to rank for each type of keyword.
Google Updates Organization Structured Data Documentation
Google updates its guide with an opening paragraph that is clearer, more thorough explanation of Organization Structured Data The post Google Updates Organization Structured Data Documentation appeared first on Search…
Survey Shows Where SEOs Get Their Clients
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 Classic Merchant Center By September
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…
Google Now Uses Open Graph Title Tag (og:title) For Title Links
Google adds og:title to sources for generating search result titles, expanding use of Open Graph data beyond social media. The post Google Now Uses Open Graph Title Tag (og:title) For…
How To See Your Competitors’ Facebook Ads
Wondering what your competitors‘ Facebook ads look like? Follow this workflow.
SERP Analysis Tools & How to Use Them
Take a dive into the tools you need to analyze SERPs and find SEO opportunities.
5 Restaurant SEO Tips Backed by Diners & Data
Getting diners through the door, then, is a game of ranking well for these types of queries. Here are a few ways to do this, backed by concrete research and…
5 Best SEO Audit Tools for More Traffic
SEO audit tools reveal hidden issues and opportunities on your site. Backlinko uses these tools for in-depth SEO audits every year. And quarterly check-ins. This analytical approach has helped us…
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 26, 2024
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web…
What Is Ad Spend & How to Measure It
Tracking your ad spend allows you to be competitive as an advertiser. Learn the basics here.
Google August Core Update Helpful Content Surge Charts
This Google August 2024 core update has been shaking things up since it began to rollout. We saw some early signs of some sites hit by the September 2023 helpful…
Google Overhauls Video SEO Docs With More Details
Google has overhauled its video SEO documentation to vastly clarify the video indexing criteria and technical requirements. Plus, Google added a new watch page section to the document and expanded…
Google Tests New Default Favicon Designs
Google Search is testing new designs for the default favicons it shows in the search results. This is when Google is not showing the site’s favicon or the site does…
Google: Sending Bad Actor Traffic To A Site Doesn’t Hurt It...
A negative SEO question came up in the last Google SEO office hours on the topic of sending “bad actor” fake traffic to a site, to make the destination site…
The Ultimate Guide to WordPress SEO
Learn how to optimize your WordPress website for search engines and rank higher in search results.
Google Business Profile Appeals Delayed Over 7 Days
Google is a bit delayed with its appeal process for Google Business Profiles. Appeals are now taking seven days or longer, some are saying about 15 days, which is much…
Google Now May Use Your OG Title For Title Links Search Snippets
Google has updated its title links search developer documentation to add that Google Search may use your og:title meta tag title for your title link in the Google Search results….
Shopify SEO – How To Optimize Your Shopify Site For Google
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 Explains Why Low-Quality Traffic Can’t Impact Rankings
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…
How To Maintain Brand Visibility And Thrive In This Evolving Sear...
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…
Diggity Marketing SEO News Roundup — August 2024
Matt Diggity Big changes in search and AI development are the theme of this month’s roundup. Get ready for a ton of news, analysis, and case studies covering everything from…
How You Can Measure Core Web Vitals
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 Shows How To Block Bots And Boost Site Performance
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 Says Title Tags “Maybe” Impact Rankings
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 Documentation Shows 4 Reasons To Refresh Conten...
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.
Google vs Microsoft Bing: A Detailed Comparison Of Two Search Eng...
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 Cautions On Improper 404 Handling
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 Confirms AI Overviews Affected By Core Updates
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.
6 Ways Spammers Exploit Google With Reddit
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…
What Is Googlebot? How Google’s Web Crawler Works
Googlebot is the website crawler Google uses to find content on the internet. Learn how it works in this guide.
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 23, 2024
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google Analytics is…
21 Google Search Tips to Find Exactly What You Want
Get answers faster with these 21 Google search tips: 1) Filter your results, 2) Search within sites, and more.