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Does Google have a 410 redirect budget?

The concept of a fixed “410 redirect budget” for websites is not a formally defined term by Google. However, the number of 410 (Gone) responses in your .htaccess file can indirectly impact your website’s SEO in a few ways: How … Continue reading

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What is the difference between brand authority and domain authority?

Domain Authority (DA) Brand Authority Key Differences: Are you ready to design & build your own website? Learn more about UltimateWB! We also offer web design packages if you would like your website designed and built for you. Got a techy/website question? Whether … Continue reading

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Can a Website Solely Rely on SEO for Traffic and Sales? 

No, a website should not solely rely on SEO for traffic and sales. While SEO is a crucial component of any successful online presence, it has limitations and risks: A diversified approach is essential: SEO is a valuable foundation, but … Continue reading

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What are the benefits of SEO backlinks?

SEO backlinks are vital for digital marketing success, directly influencing your website’s credibility and ranking. Let’s explore their advantages and how they enhance your online presence. What Are Backlinks? Backlinks, or inbound links, are hyperlinks from one website to another. … Continue reading

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What Factors Does Google Consider When Ranking Websites?

Google’s search algorithm, known as PageRank, is a complex system that aims to rank web pages based on their relevance and importance. While the exact details are kept confidential, here are some of the key factors that Google considers:   … Continue reading

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What is the significance of web hosting in SEO?

Web hosting is the backbone of your online presence, and it plays a critical role in your SEO strategy. While it’s not a direct ranking factor, it significantly influences factors that do impact your search engine rankings.   Here’s how … Continue reading

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How to Monitor Your Backlink Profile: A Comprehensive Guide

A strong backlink profile is crucial for improving your website’s search engine rankings. It signals to search engines that your content is valuable and authoritative. However, it’s equally important to monitor your backlink profile to ensure that it’s healthy and … Continue reading

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10 Top Ways to Build Quality Backlinks

“Ask David!” question: “How can I get more backlinks to my website?” Backlinks are crucial for improving your website’s search engine ranking. They act as votes of confidence, indicating to search engines that your content is valuable and relevant. While … Continue reading

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Integrating Google Adsense Ads takes the PageSpeed Insights Mobile Performance Score from 98 to 85 because of the “Total Blocking Time” – Is there any way to avoid this?

Yes! Thanks for your “Ask David!” question. Reducing the performance impact of Google Adsense ads can be challenging since they often load additional resources and scripts that affect page speed. However, we have found that doing Lazy Loading for ads … Continue reading

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Pro Tip: Why Your Blog Title Shouldn’t Be Your Meta Description

In the realm of SEO, meta descriptions play a crucial role in attracting potential readers. These concise snippets, displayed beneath search engine results, offer a brief overview of your content. While it may seem intuitive to use your blog title … Continue reading

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