Google resolves indexing issue with new content after nearly 6 hours
Google confirmed the issue and said it delayed the indexing of newly published content between 1:30 pm and 7:20 p.m.
Topic: Search engine optimization
Google Ads, Search and Chrome bosses discussed to boost ad revenue in emails
The documents have been made public by the Department of Justice as the federal antitrust trial continues.
Google releases October 2023 broad core update
This is the third Google core update of 2023. The rollout is expected to take up to two weeks to complete.
How research on learning can help you understand advanced SEO concepts
Discover how active recall and cognitive load theory can transform your understanding of complex SEO concepts.
Analysis: FAQ rich results show on 17% of Google SERPs, down from 54%
FAQs rich results mostly only show for well-known, authoritative websites – but it's still possible to earn them.
Google unleashes October 2023 spam update
Google said this update improves its "coverage in many languages and spam types" and will roll out over the next few weeks.
How to survive and thrive in a Google helpful content world
Was your website impacted by Google's latest helpful content update? Learn how to assess, adapt and recover with these top seven tips.
Top 5 ways to stay up to date on paid search trends
Stay on top of crucial updates in paid search. Discover five effective ways to stay informed about the latest trends and changes.
Impact of the Google September 2023 helpful content was big for the SEO industry
Overall, the tools did not show as much volatility with the helpful content update than it did with core updates - but this was a big update.
How SEOs can detect and address user data leaks
Discover the hidden dangers of user data exposure and why SEOs play a crucial role in data safeguarding and privacy protection.
Fashion ecommerce: How to analyze search demand and forecast trends
Here's how a holistic, search data-led approach can help fashion ecommerce brands boost value creation and SEO impact.
3 key trends reshaping YouTube marketing today
Here's the lowdown on AI-generated content, community building and multi-language audio in the world's largest video-sharing platform.
How to do a quick SEO accessibility check
Explore 10 accessibility elements that ensure inclusivity for all users while influencing your site's search visibility.
5 useful GA4 dashboards for local SEO
Wondering where to go in GA4 to gather local SEO insights? These dashboards are key to developing an effective strategy.
$84 billion of ad spend lost due to ad fraud in 2023
This figure is expected to rise to $172 billion by 2028, according to Juniper Research.
Understanding explicit vs. implicit searches: The key to dominating local SEO
Here's how understanding the nuances between these search types can elevate your local search strategy and help drive better leads.
Google September 2023 helpful content is now done rolling out
This update kicked off on September 14 and took 14 days to roll out.
ChatGPT Browse with Bing returns after being disabled 3 months ago
This was disabled related to ChatGPT using content from content behind a paywall.
26% of the top 100 websites are now blocking GPTBot
The number of popular websites blocking ChatGPT has increased 250% in the past month. Pinterest, Indeed and more big brands now block GPTBot.
5 SEO content strategy considerations for 2024 and beyond
Excel in the evolving search landscape and boost your brand's visibility on diverse platforms by following these SEO and content tips.
Google Search at 25: SEO experts share memorable moments
Celebrate Google's 25th birthday with SEO stories from industry veterans, exploring challenges, lessons, and the future of search.
How to create an SEO roadmap
Learn why an SEO roadmap is essential for your strategy, how to create one, and tips for prioritizing tasks and collaborating effectively.
Does guest blogging still work for SEO? Pros, cons and best practices
There are too many thoughts about guest blogging. Should you still use it? If so, what is the right approach? Here is what SEO experts say.
Links are not a top 3 Google Search ranking factor, says Gary Illyes
Google's Gary Illyes said people overestimate the importance of links, saying they haven't been a top 3 ranking factor for some time.
Mapping the customer journey for SEO and marketing success
Here's why mapping the customer journey is vital for SEO success. Explore each step of the journey and optimize your strategy accordingly.
Former Googler: Google ‘using clicks in rankings’
Does this mean clicks are a direct ranking factor? No. In fact, BERT and MUM are making user data less important.
How to increase LTV with PPC
Explore the importance of tracking customer lifetime value and how PPC marketers can use it to elevate their accounts.
What is the best generative AI tool for writing PR content?
We compared human-written content with AI-generated posts from ChatGPT, Bard, and Claude 2. Here's what we found.
AMA with Google’s Gary Illyes: 15 quick SEO takeaways
Google's Gary Illyes on ranking signals, AI content, voice data in GSC, Core Web Vitals, the importance of links and much more.
Microsoft unveils new AI tools as it looks to ‘transform search and advertising’
The tech giant said it was embarking on a new era of generative AI as it introduced its new ad products at the Surface and Copilot event.
Google’s helpful content update did not yet target hosted third-party content
Gary Illyes from Google said this was just a change made to the documentation and was not implemented in its algorithms yet.
Google: Expect more simplification of Search results
The removal of SERP features like HowTo and FAQ rich results are a trend SEOs should watch, according to Google's Gary Illyes.
What your enterprise SEO audit may be missing
Build a strong SEO foundation for your enterprise website. Learn how to bridge the gaps in your technical SEO with this guide.
Bing Webmaster Tools disavow link tool is going away
After about a decade, Bing has decided to sunset the disavow link because it is no longer needed.
Bing Webmaster Tools performance report gains new data but you can’t filter by just Bing Chat data
You can filter by web and chat combined, you can filter by news, images, videos and even knowledge panels.
Wix adds IndexNow support for faster indexing
Now over 60 million websites are published over 1.4 billion URLs per day to IndexNow.
Bing explains the new Sitemap Index Coverage report
After quietly rolling out the new sitemap in Webmaster Tools, Bing explains how it works.
How to leverage neuromarketing for SEO
Learn how understanding the human brain can help elevate your SEO game and drive impactful experiences for your audience.
How to follow Google Business Profile guidelines
Here's why understanding Google's guidelines is vital for your Business Profile's success and how to avoid suspension.
How to create an SEO content plan with Google Sheets functions
Prioritize content creation and updates with these simple, time-saving functions and formulas in Google Sheets.