Websites that are using image links will be well served by including an ‘alt’ tag for their links to improve their rankings. Use these tags to replace pictures if a site visitor disables his or her image display. You want to make sure the search engines read as well as index alt tags, this will [...]
SEO Tips
Research keywords before you begin. Search for ways to implement keywords in your website and titles. Researching keywords can help people find you in your specific area. You can then use those terms to increase your rankings through search engine optimization. The Meta tag is where you should place a description, rather than somewhere in [...]
Increase your PageRank by attracting new visitors and establishing rapport with them. You want them to remain on your site as long as possible. There is evidence that the more time a person is on a site the higher ranked that site will be. There is more and more evidence suggesting that how long a [...]
If a website has been properly constructed for indexing by search engines, they will not often use image links. Image links don’t have any anchor text, which means all a search engine has to work with is the link’s URL. You should have software ready to analyze your site metrics before you start any SEO [...]
Make sure you implement the use of social networking sites as a means to improve your SEO. Sites like Facebook can give you direct interaction with your clients. You should make sure that the content on your site is kept updated and original. Very few readers are interested in older facts, and are unlikely to [...]
Make sure that any link directories you use for your site contain high quality, real websites. Beware of directories with a poor design, or those filled with broken or outdated links. Make sure you only associate your name with other quality sites. Sign up for a free listing through services provided by Google. This will [...]
If you want someone else to do your SEO work, make sure they are on the up-and-up before you hand over your money. Instead of choosing the first or cheapest SEO company you find, go with one that has a long, proven track record of success. Peruse their portfolio and see what past clients have [...]
Make sure to do your research before choosing a company to promote the site. You need to know if the company has previous experience and the rates that they charge. Ask to see proof of their claims. A reliable company will be more than happy to comply. Use many types of keywords and even common [...]
Make sure the proxy server that hosts your site is not also used by less reputable sites. Sharing a server with a bad website will lower your rating, and negatively affect your traffic. It is important to be aware of your standings with search engines when it comes to SEO. If you don’t watch your [...]
If you are using SEO, take the time to ensure that the code on your site is well written. If your site has a lot of messy JavaScript codes holding it together, search bots won’t be able to classify it and your ranking will suffer heavily. A Flash content loaded site that lacks descriptive text [...]