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Google Dodges a Breakup, But Big Changes Are Coming

Posted on September 6, 2025 by admin

September 2025 brought a huge update in the long-running antitrust battle with Google. The verdict? Google isn’t getting split up – so Chrome and Android are sticking around under the same roof – but the company does have to give … Continue reading →

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Why an H1 Shouldn’t Come After an H3 – And Why It Matters for SEO and Accessibility

When you’re building a website, it’s easy to focus on how things look – but how your site is structured under the hood is just as important. One commonly overlooked issue? Incorrect heading order. We recently came across a website … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Design | Tagged accessibility, accessibility compliance, assistive technologies, better indexing, clean code, compliance, easy navigation, focus, header, heading, heading order, heading tags, hierarchical structure, hierarchy, indexing, keyword relevance, logical hierarchy, main heading, page quality signals, performance, roadmap, screen readers, search engine optimization, search engine ranking, search engine results, search engines, semantic markers, seo, seo signals, snippets, standards-compliant, subheadings, usability, user experience, visibility, web standards, website structure | Leave a comment

AIO vs GEO vs SEO: What’s the Difference – and How to Optimize for All Three

If you’ve been online lately and you’re a web dev like me, you’ve probably heard a lot of hype around AIO (AI Optimization) and GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). These buzzwords are being tossed around as the “new SEO” — but … Continue reading →

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Do I Really Need a Website for My Business If I’m Using Social Media?

If you’re running a small business and getting steady clients through Instagram, Facebook, or even Linktree and booking platforms, you may be asking: Do I really need a website for my business? It’s a common question – and a valid … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Business, General, Marketing | Tagged account suspended, business credibility, customer engagement, discoverability, do I need a website, facebook, google search, instagram, linktree, online booking, online presence, professional, reach, search engines, seo, small business website, social media, third-party platforms, website vs social media | Leave a comment

How often should different types of web content be updated?

The frequency with which you should update your web content depends heavily on the type of content and your overall goals. Here’s a general guideline: 1. Evergreen Content (e.g., How-to Guides, Core Product Information): 2. Blog Posts and Articles: … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Content | Tagged analytics, articles, best of, blog posts, content audit, core product info, drive traffic, engagement, engaging content, evergreen content, fresh content, how-to guides, improve visibility, legal, listicle, news, organic traffic, outdated, privacy policy, product pages, search engine optimization, search engines, seo, service descriptions, terms of service, time-sensitive content, transparency, update content, user feedback, web content, website analytics, website fresh | Leave a comment

Website or App First? A Startup’s Dilemma

“Ask David!” question: “Should I build a website first or app for my startup?” The age-old question for startups: website or app? When launching a new venture, deciding whether to prioritize a website or a mobile app can be a … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Business, General | Tagged brand loyalty, branding, cross-device compatibility, cross-platform compatibility, mobile friendly, organic traffic, push notifications, responsive, responsive app, search engine optimization, search engines, seo, startup, target audience, user friendly, website vs app | Leave a comment

Should you submit your sitemap to other search engines besides Google?

In the world of SEO, sitemaps play a crucial role in helping search engines discover and index your website’s content. But when it comes to submitting your sitemap, is Google the only search engine that matters? The answer is both … Continue reading →

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Does posting your content on your Facebook page or Twitter count as backlinks for your website when you link to it? (or should I say “X” instead of Twitter?!)

No, posting your content on your Facebook page or Twitter does not count as backlinks for your website, even if you link to it. This is because social media links are typically marked as “nofollow” by search engines, which means … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media | Tagged backlinks, brand awareness, build relationships, comments, drive traffic, facebook, google's ranking algorithm, increase traffic, likes, link equity, nofollow, search engines, seo value, shares, social media, social media signals, twitter, x | Leave a comment

How robots can keep your site from being indexed on Google, Yahoo, top search engines

Yes, robots can actually prevent your website from being indexed by top search engines like Google and Yahoo – and no, this isn’t a sci-fi movie plot! Don’t worry, you can fix it, there is an easy solution. …Just to clarify first … Continue reading →

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