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Google Cuts Back on Incentives for Local Guides
Local Guides are being alerted that Google is now cutting back on one of its most generous offers.
Caution: ‘Pokémon Go’ Has Full Access to Your Google Account
While everyone is hurriedly joining the Pokémon Go craze they may not be aware of what they’re giving up in return for playing the game.
The Beacons Are Coming: How They Fit Into Your SEO Strategy
Pretty soon a new technically known as beacons will be bringing advertising to a whole new level. So what does this mean for SEO? Learn...
Google Expands Google Posts to Organizations and Public Figures
Google is continuing the slow rollout of a feature called Google Posts which allows certain entities to publish directly to the front page of search...
If You’re Only Focused on Keywords, Here’s Why You’re Thinking Wrong
Julia McCoy discusses why keywords were a focus in old SEO days, and why they aren’t today. Learn what you should be focusing on for...
Translate Text From Any App With Google Now on Tap
In an update to Google Now on Tap for Android Marshmallow users, you can now do more without having to leave the app you’re in.
30% of Search Results are Now HTTPS, According to Moz Study
Dr. Pete Meyers of Moz has put together data which suggests Google is slowing but surely accomplishing its goal of having more HTTPS sites on...
Optimizing for Voice Search with Siri, Google Now, and Cortana
Let’s look at the differences between preparing to optimize for search engines that let users search via the spoken word versus the typed word.
The 10 Most Common SEO Mistakes E-Commerce Sellers Make
Is your e-commerce site giving you problems? Here are 10 common SEO mistakes why SEO doesn’t always work for well for your e-commerce business.
Add Multiple Locations to Your Trip on Google Maps on Mobile
The ability to plot multiple destinations on Google Maps has come to Android.
Google to Provide Timely Information About Earthquakes
Google has introduced a new feature to its search results that will be helpful next time you have to look up information about an earthquake...
Proper Local SEO Citation Building Helps Users
Finding local businesses is rapidly becoming what the internet is for. In this article we will take a look at how you can leverage citation...
Data Suggests A Google Algorithm Update Occurred in June 2016
Data collected from Glenn Gabe at G-Squared Interactive shows strong evidence that a Google algorithm updated occurred this month.
How to Select “Rankable” Keywords to Target Using Ahrefs
There is no point targeting a high volume keyword if you have little chance of breaking into the first page of Google. So how do...
Google to Test Your Internet Speed On Demand
Google has been spotted testing out its own native internet speed testing tool directly in the search results pages.
Google Will Now Display Song Lyrics in Search Results
The next time you search for the title of a song in Google, the lyrics will display directly within the search results page.
New Study Reveals Top Local SEO Ranking Factors for 2016
A new study reveals information about the factors behind high ranking Google My Business (GMB) pages.
10 Ways Beacons Will Change #SEO
Beacons present an opportunity for retailers to learn more about their customers, as well as for consumers to conduct even more nuanced queries.
Mobile Search Is The Top Source Of Calls To Businesses
Customers are calling businesses in greater numbers than ever before thanks to digital marketing channels – especially mobile search. Call intelligence company Invoca recently completed...
AMP is Not Currently a Ranking Factor #SEJSummit
Gary Illyes, Webmaster Trends Analyst at Google, opened up SEJ Summit Chicago with a twenty-minute presentation about what AMP is, why publishers should be using...
New In Google Search Console: Rich Results Filter
A new rich results filter is now live in the Search Analytics report within the Search Console, providing data on impressions, clicks, and position.
Google Will Now Send Alerts Via Google Analytics About Hacked Sites
Google has announced it is expanded its set of security alerts in Google Analytics.
Google to Tell You When You Found a Good Hotel Deal
Next time you search for a hotel on Google it may tell you where you can find the best deal.
Updates to Bing App Create a Better Search Experience for iPhone Users
Version 6.6 of the Bing app for iOS rolled out this week, which brings with it a number of improvements that are designed to create...
Google to Provide Instant Medical Information for Symptom Searches
Searching for symptoms on Google is going to yield more immediate answers in the coming days, as the search giant rolls out an update to...
#AskanSEO: Rapid Fire on PageRank, Keyword Density and More
In this latest #AskAnSEO post, Jenny Halasz answers your questions about PageRank, keyword density, and more.
How to Combine Content and SEO Strategy
What is the number one reason why companies should integrate SEO and content? Akin Tosyali breaks down how to combine these two strategies.
How Machine Learning is Changing Search
#SEJSummit Chicago speaker Ryan Jones of SapientNitro shares his insight on machine learning and how it impacts search.
Google Starts Asking People to Verify Edits to Google Maps
Over the past few weeks users have been noticing a slight change to Google Maps.
Improve Content Quality Using Metrics That Matter for SEO
It’s important to provide high-quality content, but how do you measure it? Here are suggestions of meaningful metrics and how to use them.