Category Archives: Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

How Many Views Do You Need for Core Web Vitals to Show in Google Search Console or PageSpeed Insights?

If you’ve ever opened up Google Search Console or PageSpeed Insights only to be told: “Not enough usage data in the last 90 days for this device type,” or “The Chrome User Experience Report does not have sufficient real-world speed … Continue reading →

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SEO Best Practices for 2025: What Has Changed and What Remains the Same

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a constantly evolving field, and what worked in the past might not always yield the same results today. As search engines like Google continue to refine their algorithms, businesses need to stay up-to-date with SEO … Continue reading →

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What Your Website Visitors Are Secretly Telling You (Through Their Clicks & Bounces)

You’ve spent hours tweaking your website design, crafting the perfect homepage copy, and designing a style you love. But here’s the real question: do your visitors love it too? You don’t have to guess. In fact, your website visitors are … Continue reading →

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How Organic Reach Has Changed in 2025: What Small Businesses Need to Know

If you run a small business, you’ve probably noticed that it’s getting harder to reach your audience on social media without spending money. That’s because organic reach – the number of people who see your content without paid promotion – … Continue reading →

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The Hidden SEO Power of Your Web Hosting Provider

When most people think about search engine optimization (SEO), they focus on keywords, content, and backlinks. But there’s a lesser-known factor that can quietly make or break your rankings: your web hosting provider. Yes – your hosting provider plays a … Continue reading →

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What are “thin pages,” and how can they hurt your On-Page SEO?

“Thin pages” are web pages that provide little to no value to users. They typically contain very little original content, lack depth, and don’t adequately address the user’s search intent. These pages can significantly harm your on-page SEO. Here’s … Continue reading →

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WebP vs. JPG/PNG: Should You Use Fallback Images for Compatibility?

Optimizing images for performance is crucial. It is one of the scoring factors on Google’s PageSpeed Insights, making it important for search engine optimization too. One of the biggest decisions web developers and website owners face is whether to upload … Continue reading →

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How many clicks per day is good on Google Search Console?

It’s important to understand that there’s no single “good” number of clicks per day in Google Search Console. It heavily depends on various factors, including: Instead of focusing on a specific number of clicks, it’s more beneficial to analyze these … Continue reading →

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How Long Does It Take for a New Website to Start Ranking?

If you’ve just launched a new website and are wondering how long it takes to start getting significant organic traffic, you’re not alone. Many SEO professionals and website owners have debated this topic, and while there’s no definitive timeline, we … Continue reading →

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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 →

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