Times have changed in the world of search engine optimisation, and some techniques that worked 3 years ago might now do you much more harm than good when it comes to Google rankings. Effective on-page SEO now requires a holistic approach; here are four tips to help you start on a good base.
Yes, "content is king" – but that's only half the story. Imagine if Wikipedia, one of the world's most popular sites, offered no more than huge blocks of text, or if Google cluttered its search interface with distracting graphics. It's unlikely that either site would have become as successful as they are today. When content and design work in harmony, users will find your site more easily and stay there longer.
Social media sharing has become immensely powerful, and you simply can't afford to ignore it. Make sure that every element of every page's URL is clear and descriptive, and include simple ways for visitors to share what they've discovered with their peers. A good search agency will help you to create a site that is easily accessible from all platforms, increasing your reach and authority.
Even with a beautifully constructed website that offers ideal solutions to visitors' needs, your marketing will fall apart if nobody can find it in the first place. To rank highly with search engines, your content must be simple and straightforward to link to. Avoid shutting out traffic by requiring logins or restricting content sharing. Relaxing your grip just a little over how your content is redistributed can bring dividends in the long run.
While it's true that keyword-stuffing will be harshly penalised by Google, intelligent use of on-page tags that help potential customers to find your site remains vital; the margin between the best SEO company and the also-rans frequently lies here. Make sure the site's meta descriptions and titles include both primary and secondary keywords and are unique for each page. All images' alt text need to be keyword optimised and descriptive, without forgetting to optimise video content as well with relevant meta data.
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