Google change disrupts SEO tools, resulting in data blackouts
Many popular SEO rank and data tracking tools stopped reporting data following a Google change on Jan. 15.
Topic: Search engine optimization
SERP Checker
Understand what’s really driving SEO success. Analyze SERP features, AI Overviews, CTR, and competitors with Semrush’s SERP Checker—free to try.
11 free Chrome extensions you need for SEO
Don’t rely solely on tools like Search Console or Screaming Frog. Diversify your toolset with these time-saving Chrome extensions.
Competitor Analysis tool
Discover your competitors' top keywords, backlinks, and traffic sources instantly. Simply enter a domain to begin.
How to select a CMS that powers SEO, personalization and growth
A CMS isn’t just about content. Selecting the right platform ensures better SEO, personalized experiences, and scalable infrastructure.
Why over-bidding on your brand could be hurting your bottom line
Uncover the truth about Google’s brand bidding recommendations. Optimize your paid and organic search efforts without losing revenue.
PR for the algorithm age: 5 tips to pitch stories that rank and resonate
Bridge the gap between creative campaigns and journalistic needs with these proven PR outreach techniques.
Google Search faces new UK probe
UK antitrust regulator is investigating Google's 90% search market dominance, potentially reshaping how the company handles search rankings.
Amazon’s 2025 title policy update: Key changes and implementation guide
Amazon's title changes include restrictions on character length and keyword repetition, promoting concise, customer-focused listings.
Google quietly updated the News and Discover manual action policies
Google removed the adult-theme and artificial freshening sections and added a number of deceptive practices sections.
How to make a website for a small business
How to build a website for a small business: 1) Choose a platform, 2) Pick a domain, 3) Design your site
Make Google happy by optimizing your WordPress site’s images
Learn how image optimization can boost SEO, improve load times, and enhance user experience with practical tips and WordPress tools.
Paid search helps drive record-breaking $241.4 billion holiday season: Report
Paid search and mobile were the largest revenue drivers during the holiday season, while AI-powered tools emerged as a consumer favorite.
The Getty-Shutterstock merger: A new era for image SEO and licensable content
Getty’s acquisition of Shutterstock could influence the future of creative assets. Learn its impact on SEO, content visibility and more.
Google search rankings correlate with ChatGPT mentions: study
Brands ranking on page 1 of Google appear to get more mentions in LLMs. Links don't seem to matter, new study finds.
57 insightful Facebook statistics for marketers in 2025
Almost 25% of marketers say Facebook has the best ROI of all social platforms. Here are more stats.
Mobile-first indexing: Everything you need to know
Stay ahead with insights to enhance mobile performance, achieve content parity, and create a seamless user experience.
Mobile SEO: What it is & how to win with mobile optimization
Mobile optimization is the process of improving your website and content for users on mobile devices.
How to diversify your traffic sources
Don’t rely solely on Google. Learn to diversify your traffic sources with newsletters, podcasts, and more to create a thriving brand world.
Reactive PR & AI: How to capitalize on trending topics faster
Actionable insights, sample prompts, and innovative AI-powered workflows to stay ahead in the age of data-driven media relations.
Google Search Console performance report 24-hour view now can be exported
A month ago, Google added new hourly data to the performance reports in Search Console, and today, you can export that data.
How to find the best link building service for you
Choose the right link building agency to avoid SEO mishaps, unlock growth opportunities, and ensure lasting success in a competitive market.
Marketing 101: A beginner’s guide to marketing fundamentals
Elevate your marketing game with our Marketing 101 guide, designed to help you boost your business.
How to fix the ‘Page with redirect’ error in Google Search Console
Have you discovered the “Page with redirect” error in GSC? Learn to spot and fix it by improving content quality, site architecture, and more.
Optimizing LLMs for B2B SEO: An overview
Learn B2B SEO strategies for LLM-driven search platforms, from user intent matching and AI feature optimization to authority building.
Top 10 SEO expert columns of 2024 on Search Engine Land
How Google works, the Google leak, GEO, GSC, and more! These 10 SEO columns got the most pageviews on Search Engine Land in 2024.
Local SEO in 2025: banes, blessings, and predictions
From the latest on Google's anti-monopoly trial to developments in how Business Profiles show in local search, see why 2025 is already exciting.
SEOs are quiet quitting X: where should you go?
The mass exodus of SEOs from X has been ongoing for months, but where’s everyone going next? You know about LinkedIn, but what about Bluesky?
Google ads rolls out Brand Report for enhanced advertiser insights
Google Ads Brand Report is a unified view of brand campaign performance with deduplicated reach and frequency metrics across multiple campaigns.
Google December 2024 spam update done rolling out
This spam update took about 7 days to fully roll out and is now complete.
Google algorithm updates 2024 in review: 4 core updates and 3 spam updates
There were seven confirmed algorithm updates (two less than last year). But Google's March core update was Google's biggest update ever.
Top B2B Digital Marketing Strategies for Business Growth
Master B2B digital marketing with key strategies including SEO, PPC, content marketing, and social media.
Google tightens ad policies to align with Search spam rules
Advertisers risk ad disapprovals if their sites violate Google’s spam policies, making search compliance critical to PPC success.
Google expands AI organized search results to restaurants
Google expanded these for dining recommendations within Google Search.
Top 15 SEO stories of 2024
Google leaks and endpoints. AI Overviews. The death of beloved features. These were among the most popular and biggest SEO stories of 2024.
Conversion rate: how to calculate, optimize, and avoid common mistakes
Setting up accurate, reliable measurements of conversion rates and key events helps you know exactly what to do next to better connect with your target audience.
ChatGPT search vs. Google: A deep dive analysis of 62 queries
A detailed analysis of ChatGPT search and Google's performance across 62 queries, with scoring metrics and practical examples.
SEO noise vs. SEO signals: Distilling what truly impacts rankings
Google updates and industry buzz can cloud SEO strategy. Learn to separate the distractions from the essentials.
How to use ChatGPT for keyword research (with actual prompts)
Learn specific keyword research applications for ChatGPT, plus a framework for incorporating the tool into your SEO processes.
Query Deserves Freshness: What it is and how it works
Query deserves freshness (QDF) is a model Google uses to rank fresh content for queries that need new info.