Tag Archives: visibility

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

Google Algorithm Penalties Explained: What They Are, Why They Happen, and How to Recover

Google doesn’t like surprises. Website owners, on the other hand, often get one they didn’t ask for: a sudden drop in traffic, rankings vanishing overnight, and pages that once dominated search results quietly disappearing. In most cases, that shock traces … Continue reading →

Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Traffic | Tagged ai, AI content, AI-generated content, auto-generated content, backlink cleanup, backlink profile, backlinks, bounce rate, content depth, content quality, core web vitals, crawl, credibility, duplicate content, E-E-A-T, engagement, engagement signals, experience, expertise, fast-loading website, google algorithm, google algorithm penalties, Google algorithm update, google core updates, google panda, google penguin, Google rankings, Google Search Console, helpful content, high-quality content, keyword stuffing, layout shift, link spam, low-quality, mobile-friendly, page experience, search engine optimization, search engine ranking, search intent, search intent match, seo, seo guide, slow load times, slow website, spammy, thin content, thin pages, trust, user experience, ux signals, visibility, website optimization, website traffic | Leave a comment

What Is YMYL and Why It Matters for Your Website’s SEO

Understanding Google’s High-Stakes Quality Standards for “Your Money or Your Life” Pages If your website offers information that could affect a person’s finances, health, safety, or overall well-being, you need to know about YMYL – short for Your Money or … Continue reading →

Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged about page, accurate, authority, brand authority, cite sources, credibility, e-commerce, E-E-A-T, financial information, higher standard, https, legal information, list credentials, medical information, news, niche, online shopping, public affaris, reviews, search engine optimization, sensitive niche, seo, seure, testimonials, trustworthy, visibility, website ranking, ymyl, your money or your life | Leave a comment

Why You Should Be Using Bing Webmaster Tools (Even If You’re Already on Google Search Console)

When it comes to SEO, most website owners are laser-focused on Google – and for good reason. Google commands the lion’s share of global search traffic. But if you’re only optimizing for Google and ignoring Bing, you could be leaving … Continue reading →

Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Traffic | Tagged bing, bing webmaster tools, bwt, Google Search Console, gsc, keyword research tool, search engine optimization, seo, seo comparison, seo reach, seo scan, seo tips, seo tools, sitemap submission, visibility, website analytics, website traffic | Leave a comment

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

Do Images Help SEO on Blogs and Webpages? What If You Don’t Use Them?

Short Answer:Images can significantly boost your website’s SEO by improving engagement, visibility, and context. Skipping them won’t get you penalized — but it might cost you traffic and performance. The Role of Images in SEO: A Deeper Look Images are … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged adding images, alt tags, alt text, boost seo, boost traffic, bounce rate, branding, build trust, captions, click-through rate, conversions, credibility, ctr, drive traffic, engaging content, file names, google image search, image search, James Holzhauer, jeopardy!, on-page seo, originality, readability, search engine optimization, search engine ranking, seo, seo potential, seo signals, social sharing, stock photos, stock photos vs original photos, target keywords, unique images, user engagement, user experience, user-friendly, ux, visibility, visual appeal | Leave a comment

Google vs. AI Search: How to Get Your Business to Show Up in AI Search Results?

Lately, you’ve probably noticed a shift in how people talk about finding answers online. It used to be, “I Googled it.” Now it’s more like, “According to AI…” Whether it’s ChatGPT, Gemini, or another AI assistant, more and more people … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged ai assistant, ai results, ai sources, AI tools, backlinks, business directories, chatgpt, credibility, customer reviews, gemini, google, google business, Google Business Profile, google reviews, helpful content, keywords, niche, quora, ranking, ratings, reddit, search engine optimization, trust, trust signals, trustpilot, visibility, wikipedia, yelp | Leave a comment

How well-known do you need to be to get a Wikipedia Page (and not have it removed)?

You’ve probably Googled yourself (or your business) and thought – wouldn’t it be nice if a Wikipedia page popped up too? It’s tempting. A Wikipedia article adds credibility, helps with search visibility, and makes you look more “official.” But here’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Marketing, Social Media | Tagged credibility, credible coverage, encyclopedia, followers, marketing, netty awards, Netty Awards scam, notability, press coverate, press releases, public encyclopedia, search visibility, self-promotion, visibility, wikipedia | 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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Why Is Google Showing a Competitor’s Website for My Brand Name?

And How to Fix It with SEO & Branding Strategies When users search for your company name, the last thing you want is for a competitor’s site to show up instead. But that’s exactly what can happen if your brand … Continue reading →

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