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The Curious Case of an Internet Explorer 11 Visitor in 2025
It’s late 2025 – you’d probably assume everyone browsing the web is on Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox. And for the vast majority of sites, that is true. But recently we spotted a visitor using Internet Explorer 11 – the … Continue reading
Posted in General
Tagged accessibility, awstats, browser compatibility, Browser usage trends, chrome, clean code, compatibility, cross browser compatibility, css, edge, fast load times, fast website, firefox, google analytics, html, ie 11, IE11 traffic, internet explorer, Internet Explorer 11, javascript, Legacy browsers, mobile-friendly, outdated browsers, polyfills, Progressive enhancement, responsive, safari, security risks, web browser, web standards, website compatibility
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Webpage direct visits: bots, crawlers, or real visitors?
“Are webpage visits coming from a direct visit (vs a search) from bots or crawlers vs real visitors, or perhaps AI scrapers?“ Yes – a significant portion of direct webpage visits can come from bots, crawlers, and AI scraping content, … Continue reading
Posted in Ask David!, Website Traffic
Tagged ai, AI crawling, ai scrapers, analytics accuracy, bot traffic, bots, bots vs humans, content scraping, crawlers, direct traffic, fake direct traffic, fake traffic, google analytics, matomo, raw server logs, real visitors, robots, seo, SEO analytics, server logs, traffic analysis, web crawlers, website analytics, website monitoring
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Why Google Search Console’s 24-hour report suddenly shows all zeros
If you rely on Google Search Console to keep an eye on your site, you may have noticed something unsettling recently: the “last 24 hours” view showing flat zeroes – no clicks, no impressions, nothing. You might be thinking… Google … Continue reading
Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Traffic
Tagged analytics, analytics issues, google analytics, Google indexing, Google Search Console, GSC data delay, GSC reporting issue, hosted website builders, raw server logs, search engine optimization, SEO reporting, seo tips, SEO troubleshooting, website analytics, website performance, website traffic
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How to Check How Your Web Page or Blog Post is Ranking in Google
If you’ve published a web page or blog post, knowing how it’s performing in search engines is key to improving traffic and SEO. Fortunately, there are several ways to check your ranking. This guide will walk you through the most … Continue reading
Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Traffic
Tagged ahrefs, average position, backlinks, blog post ranking, boost traffic, clear cache, click-through rate, clicks, content marketing, content strategy, ctr, featured snippets, google analytics, Google Search Console, google search engine ranking, gsc, impressions, incognito, keyword performance, keyword rankings, keyword tracking, keywords, moz, organic traffic, personalized search, private browsing window, queries, semrush, seo tips, seo tools, target keywords, ubersiggest, web page ranking, website traffic
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How to Check if Your Website is Showing Up in ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, or Other AI Answers
AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google Gemini are quickly becoming the go-to search method for many users. Instead of typing queries into Google, people are getting instant answers directly from AI – sometimes with source links, sometimes without. If … Continue reading
Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Security
Tagged ahrefs, ai, ai answers, aio, analytics, ao optimization, authority, brand visibility, branding, chatgpt, evergreen, ga4, gemini, google analytics, llm, matomo, niche, perplexity, referral traffic, search engine optimization, semrush, seo, similarweb, target audience
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Does Google Search Console Show Time on Site? What It Tracks (and What It Doesn’t)
One question we hear a lot from website owners is:“Can I see how long users stay on my site in Google Search Console?” The short answer: No.Google Search Console is designed to show your site’s search performance – things like … Continue reading
Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Traffic
Tagged average position, bounce rates, click-through rate, clicks, core web vitals, engagement metrics, google analytics, Google Search Console, impressions, mobile usability, mobile-friendly, path analysis, search engine ranking, session duration, technical seo, user behavior, visit duration, website performance
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Can Social Media Engagement Really Drive Website Traffic? (Yes, Here’s How)
If you’ve ever wondered whether likes, comments, and shares on social media actually do anything for your website traffic, the answer is a resounding yes. When used strategically, social media engagement can be a powerful driver of traffic to your … Continue reading
Posted in Ask David!, Social Media, Website Traffic
Tagged algorithm, boost visibility, build trust, call-to-action, content marketing, credibility, cta, drive traffic, facebook, Facebook marketing, google analytics, Instagram tips, linkedin, pinterest, referral traffic, social media engagement, social media strategy, social media tips, social proof, trust, twitter, website traffic, x
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