Month: August 2024

Google Says Best Practices May Have Little Impact

Google Says Best Practices May Have Little Impact Google’s John Mueller recently pointed out that even when you follow SEO best practices, they may not significantly improve your search visibility. When asked how long SEO takes to show results and what it means if rankings don’t change […]

Google: We Don’t Count Words Or Links On Your Blog Posts

We know Google has told us for many years that word count is not a thing, Google doubled down on it last year. Google’s John Mueller reiterated that over the weekend saying not just words on a page but also links on a page are not counted by […]

Google August 2024 Core Update Impact Poll

Last week, a reader of SEOroundtable asked if they would poll the public to see how the most recent Google search algorithm update, the August 2024 core update, affected them. So they encouraged readers to conduct a poll on their website or on X to see how […]

WooCommerce vs. Shopify for SEO: Which Platform is Right for You?

When choosing an e-commerce platform for your online store, SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) is a crucial factor to consider. Two of the most popular platforms are WooCommerce and Shopify, each offering distinct features and benefits. In this blog post, we’ll compare WooCommerce and Shopify across key SEO […]

Google’s August Core Update Helpful Content Surge Charts

Google’s latest algorithmic update, the August Core Update, sent shockwaves through the digital landscape. Websites that had previously weathered the storm of the September 2023 Helpful Content Update found themselves once again facing challenges. However, amidst the uncertainty, a glimmer of hope emerged. As days turned into […]

WooCommerce SEO – A Guide

What is WooCommerce? WooCommerce is a powerful and flexible e-commerce plugin for WordPress that allows users to turn their WordPress sites into fully functional online stores. Launched in 2011, WooCommerce has grown to become one of the most popular e-commerce solutions due to its open-source nature and […]

Shopify SEO – A Guide

What is Shopify? Shopify is a leading e-commerce platform that enables businesses of all sizes to create, manage, and grow their online stores. Founded in 2006, Shopify offers an intuitive, user-friendly interface that allows users to set up and run their online store without needing advanced technical […]

Google’s Latest Insight: Want Your Links Featured in AI Overviews? Focus on Ranking High in Google Search

If you’re aiming to have your links appear in Google’s new AI Overviews within search results, the key is to rank well organically on Google. According to a recent report, achieving a strong organic ranking significantly increases the likelihood of your links being included in these AI-generated […]

Google: Wait Till the August Core Update Is Finished To See its Consequences

Google rolled out its August 2024 core update on Thursday, August 15th. Shortly after, a significant search ranking bug emerged, leaving SEOs and site owners wondering how to distinguish between the two events. Google’s John Mueller emphasised that the full impact of the core update shouldn’t be […]

Is SEO a Good Marketing Strategy?

Businesses are constantly seeking the most effective marketing strategies to reach their target audience and achieve their goals. Among the various methods available, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) has gained significant attention. But is SEO truly a good marketing strategy? Let’s dive into the key aspects that make […]