Google’s annual webspam report highlights the incredible advances SpamBrain has made over the past year The post Google’s Webspam Report Explains Role Of SpamBrain appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Here are 11 tips for choosing the best domain name that potential site visitors will remember. The post How To Choose A Domain Name appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
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The big event is just about four months out and we’re excited to give you a preview of what you can expect to hear on stage this August! From fresh…
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
Google has pushed out another feature for Google Bard. When you click on the “Google it” button, it now doesn’t take you directly to Google Search, but rather it gives…
This is a programming note that I will be completely offline on Wednesday and Thursday for the last days of Passover, that is, April 12th and 13th. Any stories and…
Google recently brought the business name and business logos to desktop search ads after bringing them to mobile search ads last October. Now, Google posted an update saying, “a subset…
Google’s John Mueller does not want you to make generalizations about links. Links from news sites or sites from Germany, or sites from really good-looking SEOs (bad joke?) are not…
Google’s John Mueller was asked if it makes sense to publish 8,000 new pages at once or slowly publish them over time. Like, would publishing them all at once cause…
A couple of weeks ago, we spotted Google testing a verified Google Ads badge in the Google search ads snippet. It was a round blue icon, this one is more…
Stay informed about Bard’s latest features with Google’s new experiment updates page. The post Google Has A New Page For Bard Chatbot Updates appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
SERP features are the focal point of many SEOs. Let’s look at how the Semrush toolkit can assist you on the path to achieving SERP features, and how you can…
We’ve made a lot of changes to help your site grow. Evaluate a site‘s organic rankings and SERP feature rankings separately with more organic research data.
Here it is in all its glory: It covers everything from how search engines work to keyword research to link building. In other words, all the stuff you need to…
SEO strategy optimization is a continuous process. You always have to monitor your competitors‘ efforts and performance. Learn how to do keyword and backlink competitor analysis through a consistent and…
Find out about the latest legal issues surrounding OpenAI’s ChatGPT and other generative AI services that could shape the future of AI development. The post ChatGPT And Generative AI Tools…
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.
Two security vulnerabilities affect the popular All-In-One Security (AIOS) WordPress plugin The post WordPress Security Plugin Vulnerability Affects +1 Million Sites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
ChatGPT is not the only kid on the block. Find the AI chatbot that best suits your needs among these 11 alternatives. The post 11 ChatGPT Alternatives You Can Try…
We’re all Bard beginners right now, and so there are no foolish questions. Unsurprisingly, I’ve started out with Bard by asking it local business questions. As I chatted, I learned…
If your goal is to rank high on Google, writing content without targeting any keywords is risky. You can get lucky, but ranking in Google without proper targeting will…
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
But what makes a good affiliate marketing website? What products does it promote? And how does it get people to visit and purchase its recommendations? To answer these questions,…
Adobe PDF Embed WordPress plugin finally makes PDF files easy to use on websites The post New Adobe PDF WordPress Plugin Radically Improves User Experience appeared first on Search Engine…
We know that OpenAI’s ChatGPT supports third-party plugins and soon, Bing Chat may also support third-party plugins. Mikhail Parakhin, the CEO of Bing, was asked about the topic and he…
I’ve known Igal Stolpner for a long time now, he was doing SEO at Investing.com while based in Israel for over a decade…
Google announced that it would deprecate non-last-click rules-based attribution models in Google Ads and Google Analytics starting in July 2023 and then completely by September 2023.
Did the Google March 2023 Broad Core Update impact local search rankings? That is the question many local SEOs are asking in the Local Search Forums.
The Wall Street Journal has an interview with Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, on AI, the future of search and all this Bard and AI stuff. In short how AI might…
Google’s John Mueller said when it comes to sites with pagination and large site’s faceted navigation, Google will learn how to crawl it. He said on Twitter, “we do try…
Get ready for major changes in Google Ads and Analytics attribution modeling starting in May 2023. The post Google Is Removing 4 Attribution Models For Advertisers appeared first on Search…
SEO and online reputation management go hand in hand. Learn essential tips on using SEO to manage your online reputation. The post SEO & Reputation Management: An In-Depth Guide appeared…
Healthline is owned by media giant company Red Ventures, which has a whole RVO Health subdivision comprising many domains in this YMYL niche. One of them is also Medical…
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
Check out the highlights from Google’s latest Search Off The Record podcast discussing website launches, preventing staging site indexing, and domain name choices. The post Google On Staging Sites &…
Google is testing new placements for the request a quote feature in the local search results. I am not sure how new this is, but Joy Hawkins, a local SEO…
Google has let you book reservations within the local pack and via Google Assistant for a while now. But what may be new is that Google may show you if…
Google’s John Mueller said people searching for your brand name and a keyword phrase does not help you rank better in Google Search or perform better SEO-wise. So having people…
Note I recorded and wrote this recap on Wednesday but scheduled it to go live on Friday morning, and I am offline for Passover. I posted the monthly Google Webmaster…
When you see product results in the Google Search results, sometimes on mouse over, the images will rotate when there are more than one product image available. Google is testing…
I don’t know if this is new (sorry Mordy) but Google is showing this blended local finder result set that seems to bridge two or more different but similar queries…
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…
In today’s Whiteboard Friday episode, expert content strategist Chima Mmeje talks you through the six top content formats SaaS brand can focus on to drive revenue. Click on the whiteboard…
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
Seven open source GPT models challenge the closed-source models by OpenAI, Deepmind and Meta The post Seven Free Open Source GPT Models Released appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Google Ads is running a small test to help you create ads using AI. Google Bard does not power this, but it is a form of artificial intelligence designed to…
Microsoft Advertising announced a bunch of changes to its search ad platform, including the global rollout of professional service ads, bulk operations in the asset library, changes to broad match…
Google’s Gary Illyes confirmed that Google does look at domain name records for discovery of new domains to include in the Google Search Index.
Google’s John Mueller said when it comes to international SEO and multilingual sites, the CDN’s location does not really matter for SEO.
Google Search is testing a new section for “cheaper options” in the product detail overlay window. So instead of just showing related products and product specs and buying options, Google…
Google plans to integrate conversational AI in search amid rising competition, CEO Sundar Pichai reveals in an interview. The post Google Plans To Integrate Conversational AI Into Search Engine appeared…
Members of Congress aim for big tech companies like Google and Facebook to divest portions of their advertising businesses to protect competition. The post What Advertisers Need To Know About…
OpenAI pledges to prioritize safety, accuracy, and privacy in AI systems. Learn about their approach and ongoing work. The post OpenAI, Makers Of ChatGPT, Commit To Developing Safe AI Systems…
Find out more about the reasons why ChatGPT is disabled in Italy and how this could lead to more trouble for generative AI tools. The post Exploring Italy’s ChatGPT Ban…
Learn how the Twitter algorithm helps users and advertisers have a better experience on its platform and the metrics Twitter values most in rankings content. The post How The Twitter…
Is your website loading fast enough? Use these tools and implement solutions to increase your website speed and monitor how they impact your SEO rankings. The post How To Test…
Looking for a PR team to help your business? Here’s a handy article on just what PR firms are and how they can help your business grow.
I’ve been in the affiliate space for over a decade and even sold an affiliate site for multiple six figures. I’ve learned a lot about what it takes to earn…
RSVP for our upcoming webinar & get access to survey results that will uncover the major SEO & content marketing trends of this year. The post SEO & Content Marketing…
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
Ready to discover new ways to connect with your target audience and maximize your marketing spend? Join our upcoming webinar! The post How To Meet Your Users Where They Are:…
This is a programming note that I will be completely offline on Thursday and Friday (also Saturday) of Passover, from Wednesday night April 5th through Saturday night April 8th. Any…
Last month was jammed packed with Google search news including the Google March 2023 broad core update starting on March 15th and completing on March 28th. We had the end…
A couple of weeks ago, Microsoft Bing started to roll out “stories” in the search results side panel. Those stories are AI-generated stories, created by generative AI and not by…
Microsoft is rolling out version 98 of Bing Chat which some of you should start seeing later today or tomorrow. This upgrade reduces the number of times Bing Chat will…
So far, Google’s official stance on using AI to write content is just fine, assuming that content was not written to manipulate the search results. If the content is useful,…
Google is testing having the map box automatically expand within the web search results, above or on the right side of the local pack results, when you begin to place…
Google CEO Sundar Pichai discusses the company’s approach to AI innovation, and the impact of Bard on search and web publishing. The post Google CEO Sundar Pichai Talks Bard &…
YouTube is announcing several updates for content creators, including viewer reactions on live broadcasts, new stream management tools, improved insights, and more. The post YouTube Introduces Reactions & Ads Automation…
Save time when you discover a slew of new automation opportunities for PPC advertisers in Generative AI. Here’s a step-by-step using PT to start with. The post ChatGPT & PPC:…
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’s John Mueller explains the search engine’s approach to crawling iframes and provides SEO recommendations for iframe content visibility. The post Google & iFrames: Debunking Myths, Understanding SEO Impact appeared…
Google Ads added a new notice or warning to the Google Ads appeal form, that says if you don’t fix your policy violation prior to submitting the appeal, Google may…
Google is testing displaying a business profile listing in an overlay interface within the web search results instead of taking you into the Google Maps interface. So when you click…
LinkedIn announces new features, including Suggested Posts, tailored content, and advanced search tools. The post LinkedIn’s New Personalized Features & Enhanced Search appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Google’s Danny Sullivan responded to a complaint around why a well-researched and detailed piece of content around Gwyneth Paltrow was not ranking above the “the obvious spammy robo chat churners,”…
Brandon Mercer, who works at Hearst Newspapers, posted in the Google Search Console help forums that people are using the “remove outdated content tool” from Google to remove competitor pages,…
Google announced three new features for Google travel including a new story format for hotel bookings, price guarantees for some flights and new discover tools for locations.
Google Analytics introduces regex support for event creation, offering greater flexibility, precision, and improved insights for marketers. The post Google Analytics Introduces Regex Support For Event Creation appeared first on…
Today, whether you’re a site owner or an SEO expert, keeping a watchful eye on your website’s search visibility is an absolute must. Doing so can help you gauge how…
Read more about the latest updates in Microsoft Advertising for Professional Service Ads, enhanced CPC, easier asset management, and more. The post Microsoft Advertising: Professional Service Ads, Enhanced CPC, And…
For the past 20 years, local business owners and their marketers have had to live and work with Google as the “great house”, owning all the good real estate. The…
Looks like professional blogging may actually be a good idea. You can make a full-time income or a decent side income. You can even own several blogs, hire copywriters, and…
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 am seeing…
Since there have been webpages on the internet, scrapers have been out there scraping content off those sites for one reason or another. Well, even Microsoft’s Bing Chat has to…
Google released spam and fraud prevention stats for Google Maps and local search. In short, Google blocked 21% more reviews, 5% more photos, 40% more videos, and 5% more fake…
Microsoft has been busy making improvements to Bing Chat. It not only increased chat limits, is exploring ad revenue sharing, and nicer math formats, but also added image and video…
In part one, we spoke about who Sam Michelson is and his business development techniques. In part two, we dove into CRM software and how they use it, including looking…
The other day I reported on how some are upset that Bing Chat is surfacing content that is behind paywalls, raising suspicions that Bing Chat is not respecting the robots.txt…
I am starting to see early signs of a possible Google search ranking algorithm update touching down this morning, April 3rd. The automated tracking tools are not picking it up…
Jack Krawczyk from Google, who is the lead on Bard, said on Friday that Bard just rolled out improvements around math and logic. It did this by incorporating PaLM, Google’s…
Harness the massive traffic potential of YouTube to your advantage with this guide to creating (and optimizing!) your own YouTube channel. The post How To Create And SEO Optimize Your…