Category Archives: Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Does Google still use PageRank to rate your website?

“Ask David” short answer: yes. While you can’t see it anymore, PageRank is still a “core” part of how Google determines which websites are trustworthy and important. Related: What Makes a Simple Website Feel Trustworthy? (From Real User Experience, Not … Continue reading →

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Does “Test Live URL” help Google index your webpage faster?

Does clicking on the “Test Live URL” on Google Search Console after using the “Request Indexing” link make Google index your page sooner? Or was it just a coincidence? “Ask David” answer: The short answer is no, if you experienced Google … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged crawl, Google Search Console, Googlebot, indexable, indexing, indexing issues, internal linking, internal links, noindex, priority crawl, request indexing, robots.txt, sandbox, sitemap, test live url | Leave a comment

Using a URL Shortener and Passing the SEO Link Juice

Does using a URL shortener like azipURL or TinyURL not pass on the SEO link juice of having a backlink posted somewhere? “Ask David” answer: Actually, using a URL shortener like azipURL, TinyURL, or Bitly generally does pass on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged 301 permanent redirect, anchor text, authority, backlink, bitly, crawl speed, internal linking, internal links, link equity, link juice, nofollow, pagerank, search engine optimization, seo, tinyurl, trustworthy | Leave a comment

Meta Descriptions Too Short? What Bing’s Warning Really Means and How to Fix It

If you’ve been using Bing Webmaster Tools, you may have noticed a warning like: “Meta descriptions on many of your pages are too short.” This doesn’t mean your pages are broken. It’s a moderate warning specific to Bing that may … Continue reading →

Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged bing, Bing search, bing webmaster tools, click-through rates, ctr, meta description, meta description length, meta descriptions, search engine optimization, SEO best practices, seo tips, user engagement, website optimization, website tips | Leave a comment

Why You Should Remove Redundant Header Tags from Your Web Pages

For a long time, SEO tools and platforms like Bing Webmaster Tools will flag this message: “Remove redundant <h1> tags from the page source, so that only one <h1> tag exists.” Why? Because having multiple <h1> tags can confuse both … Continue reading →

Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged accessibility, bing webmaster tools, clarity, h1 tags, header tags, page structure, search engine optimization, seo | Leave a comment

What Is the IndexNow Message in Bing Webmaster Tools?

If you use Bing Webmaster Tools, you may have noticed a banner that says: “Set up IndexNow and boost your site’s visibility in search engines within minutes.” At first glance, it looks like an ad.It sounds promotional, it’s visually highlighted, … Continue reading →

Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Traffic Statistics | Tagged authority, bing, bing webmaster tools, boost visibility, crawl, https, improve ranking, indexing, indexnow, internal linking, microsoft, robots.txt, search engine optimization, search engine ranking, seo, sitemaps, visibility | Leave a comment

SEO Is Working – So Why Aren’t Sales Increasing?

Ask David: “My traffic statistics have grown organically, so SEO is working, but sales are not growing – how do I know I am on the right track or what else should I be doing?“ This is a very common … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, E-commerce, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Traffic | Tagged call-to-action, conversion friction, conversion rate optimization, conversions, convert leads, engagement, increase sales, leads, messaging, organic traffic, reach, sales, search engine optimization, seo, small business websites, trust, trust signals, trustworthy, website builders, website conversions, website optimization | Leave a comment

What Many “Best Website Builder for SEO” Articles Get Wrong

UltimateWB is a website builder designed around SEO fundamentals: clean, crawlable code, fast performance, built-in SEO tools, and full control over hosting and server configuration. Search for “best website builder for SEO” and you’ll usually see the same names repeated: … Continue reading →

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Signs Your Website Content Is Too Focused on Keyword Targeting

“Ask David” Question: “How can I tell if my website content is over-optimized for keywords, or if it’s actually useful for visitors?” Short answer If your content sounds unnatural, repeats the same phrases, or feels written for search engines instead … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Content | Tagged clarity, content quality, keyword optimization, keyword stuffing, on-page seo, search engine ranking, search intent, seo, seo content, seo mistakes, seo mitakes, seo strategy, userful, website content strategy | Leave a comment

Do I have to keep adding content for SEO?

“Ask David” Question: “I’ve launched my website and have been focusing on SEO. Do I have to keep adding new content constantly to maintain my search engine ranking and traffic?” Quick Take: No – you don’t have to publish new … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Content, Website Traffic | Tagged authority, backlinks, build backlinks, clear navigation, easy navigation, engagement, engagement signals, fresh content, high-quality content, keyword targeting, mobile optimization, mobile-friendly, performance, readability, responsive, responsive design, search engine optimization, seo, site speed, structured data, technical seo, user experience, website content | Leave a comment