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Fill-in-the-blanks PR plan template
Free step-by-step PR plan template to help you land media coverage. No email sign-up required.
Google Search disclosed its UGC Fresh Data Program
The UGC Fresh Data Program is an initiative designed to help platforms display fresh, high quality, and authentic user-generated content (UGC) across various features on Search, Google said.
How to write a blog post: The definitive guide
A step-by-step guide to writing a blog post that people read and share.
TikTok SEO: How to optimize for search and the For You Page
Let's take a look at TikTok SEO, and how you can apply classic search engine optimization tactics to rank higher in TikTok search results and on Google.
What are orphan pages?(How to find & fix them)
Discover how orphan pages hurt your SEO and learn exactly how to find and fix them. Start improving your rankings today.
Do exact match domains have value in 2027?
Exact match domains aren't an SEO shortcut anymore. That doesn't mean a good domain has stopped being valuable.
Context engineering: How to prevent AI workflows from degrading
AI output can worsen even when your prompt stays the same. Learn what causes context rot and how to keep your workflows accurate and useful.
How to plan 2027 when traffic is down and AI won’t attribute
Traffic is down, attribution is broken, and the final budget meeting is in three weeks. Here's what to bring.
Agentic media buying needs malware guardrails: A PropellerAds view
As AI takes on more campaign decisions, traffic-quality and security signals need to become part of the optimization logic.
Google September 2026 spam update done rolling out
This update took almost 2 weeks to roll out and seemed pretty impactful.
How to do SEO for your new website [10-step guide]
Learn 10 steps to optimize your website for search engines. Boost visibility and attract organic traffic. Start your SEO journey now!
35 up-to-date ecommerce statistics
To help you learn about the dynamic landscape of online shopping, we’ve curated a list of recent ecommerce statistics to know.
28 AWESOME content marketing tools
Deciding what content marketing tools to add to your suite in 2026? Check out this updated list of the best free and paid tools.
SEO for roofers: Six step guide to attract more leads
Learn proven SEO strategies to grow your roofing business. Get step-by-step tips to rank higher, attract local leads, and beat your competition.
Keyword analysis: The complete guide
Take your keyword research to the next level with keyword analysis. Find out how to identify relevant keywords that will drive traffic.
Seven top Google Analytics alternatives (Free and paid)
Explore top Google Analytics alternatives, including free and paid options. Compare features to find the best tool for your website.
SEO for plumbers: How to rank higher and get more customers
Learn proven SEO tactics to help your plumbing business rank higher on Google and attract more local customers organically.
57% of beauty consumers don’t start with Google Search
Google, social, and AI aren’t replacing one another. They play different roles in the same journey, with big implications for search strategy.
Breaking into SEO starts with creating your own opportunities
Your projects can build a portfolio, your publishing can build credibility, and your relationships can lead to jobs, clients, or partnerships.
Stop letting AI make your marketing decisions
AI can support marketing implementation, but experienced marketers must guide strategy, evaluate work and stay accountable for results.
Shopify SEO: The complete beginner’s guide
Learn how to rank your Shopify store in Google with this comprehensive Shopify SEO guide.
SEO-friendly website design and development
A thorough guide to making sure that your website design and development is 100% SEO-friendly.
Search engine positioning
What is search engine positioning? And why is it important? Learn everything you need to know right here.
Does your website need an llms.txt file? + How to create one
The jury's out on whether llms.txt help AI models understand your content, but there are reasons you may still want to use it. Let's dive in.
Google shares preferred source follower data via email
Google is also asking if you want these reports in Search Console via a survery.
SMX Advanced San Diego 2027 speaker pitches are now open
Want to be on stage in March? Now is your chance to pitch advanced, actionable sessions on SEO/GEO, AI-driven search, PPC, and more.
35 common SEO interview questions (And how to answer them)
Ace your SEO job interview with our guide featuring 35 top questions and helpful answers provided by expert SEOs.
How product thinking can make you a better SEO
Product thinking forces you to ask better questions about SEO: What problem are we solving, how should it be built, and did it actually work?
Google warns against using fake author information on your content
Google wrote in its documentation to "avoid using deceptive authorship information."
Reddit for organic and AI search: 7 ways to build visibility
From finding the right communities to warming accounts, see how Reddit can influence search visibility and B2B buying decisions.
Google Search Console performance report filter allows selection of multiple countries
Google now lets you select multiple countries at the same time when filtering the performance report within Google Search Console.
Subdomain vs subdirectory: Which is better for SEO?
Should you use a subdomain or subdirectory? Learn how each impacts SEO and get expert-backed guidance to choose the best structure for your site.
Commercial intent keywords: What they are and how to rank
Learn how to find buyer intent keywords and evaluate commercial intent for a set of keywords.
Content strategy template [Free download + tips]
Guided content strategy template to help you create a long-term plan for your content marketing. 100% free, no opt-in required.
How to write SEO-friendly meta descriptions
Learn how to write meta descriptions that are SEO-friendly. And lead to more organic clicks.
Google Search shares data on how long crawling, indexing and serving takes
Google broke down the general timing it takes for various Google Search tasks take, both in terms of average time and longest time.
Content strategy in six steps: A practical guide
Learn how to build a content strategy that aligns with buyer intent, drives traffic, and boosts conversions.
Want lasting AI brand visibility? Stop looking for hacks
Build durable organic growth by aligning teams around authority, entity consistency, technical foundations, and real customer intent.
How to build topic clusters for SEO and AI search
Learn how to build a topic cluster that gets ranked, gets cited, and drives pipeline, plus the mistakes that can ruin your program.
AI usage surges 6X for local search, fragmenting the digital ecosystem
Local search behavior now straddles multiple platforms, with consumers traversing a 'verification loop' to find actionable information.