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Google Image Search Now Allows People to “Save” Images to Desktop
Google is expanding on a mobile search feature rolled out in late 2015, whereby searchers could star images they find in image search directly to...
The Differences Between Google Blogger and WordPress
Trying to find the right CMS system can be overwhelming. You can go with either Google Blogger or WordPress.com. Here’s why.
3 Recent Google Updates: What You Should Know
How does AMPs, disclosure guidelines, and 4 packs impact or affect you and your company?
Google’s Local Business Cards and the Possible Impact on Search
Google’s Local Business Cards could have significant impact on local search. Here’s what we know so far.
Google Working on iOS Keyboard with Search Functionality
Google is reportedly working on a third-party keyboard for iOS which is said to have built-in search functionality.
Jenny Halasz Talks About Canonicals on #AskAnSEO
For #AskAnSEO, Jenny Halasz talks about canonicals and consistency, and how it can help search engines in saving time to crawl your website.
Yahoo Reveals Top Search Trends for Spring 2016
Yahoo recently revealed a list of topics that are expected to be searched most this spring.
Is Adwords Express Better Than Adwords for Local Businesses?
BrightLocal’s survey shows that Adwords Express doesn’t deliver same value as the normal Adwords.
What Everyone Ought to Know About User Experience Design
User experience is crucial in today’s competitive digital marketplace. Make sure your message is heard by developing an impactful user experience.
Google Ranking Restaurant Searches by “Best” and “Cheapest”
SEOs have been noticing when conducting searches for local places that modifiers like “best” and “cheapest” are being taken into consideration.
5 Strategies Unlocked From Google’s Quality Rating Guidelines
Hidden within Google’s search quality rating guidelines are five important insights into the kinds of sites Google aspires to rank.
Don’t Launch a WordPress Site Before You Go Through This Checklist
A list of things to check off before you launch your next WordPress website so that you can secure SEO bliss.
SEJ Insiders: Our Marketing Nerds Podcast Tools and Resources
Here are our favorite tools and resources that we use specially for recording and editing our Marketing Nerds podcast.
#SEJThinkTank Webinar Recap: Top 5 Adwords Hacks With Larry Kim of Wordstream
On Wednesday, March 16th, the SEJ ThinkTank welcomed WordStream CEO Larry Kim back to talk about his favorite PPC hacks.
Google to Strengthen its Mobile-Friendly Ranking Signal
Google announced its mobile-friendly ranking signal is about to get stronger beginning in May.
Google’s Transparency Report to Include HTTPS Adoption Rates
In an effort to track the progress of HTTPS adoption, Google will now include information related to HTTPS in its transparency report. Within the report,...
Google to Track Search Trends and Fundraising Data for Presidential Candidates
Google has introduced two new ways to keep track of the presidential hopefuls: how they’re funded, and how they’re trending in search compared to one...
Google to Update Smartphone User-Agent of Googlebot
Next month, Google will be changing the smartphone user-agent for Googlebot so its renderer can better understand newer web pages.
Your Mobile Site May Fail Without Proper Optimization: Insight From #SEJSummit Speaker Anne Ahola Ward
I’m excited to welcome Anne Ahold Ward as one of our speakers for the first SEJ Summit of 2016, happening in Santa Monica. Anne will...
Google: If You’re Reviewing a Free Product, Disclose It
If you’re reviewing a product that was gifted to you, Google says that information should be disclosed.
An Inside Look at SEJ: The WordPress Plugins We Use
WordPress plugins help SEJ to run as smooth as possible so we can serve are readers better. Here are what’s on our arsenal as of...
9 Things to Validate While Auditing E-Commerce Sites for SEO
A checklist of things you shouldn’t miss when doing an SEO audit of your e-commerce sites.
Google’s AMP Pages Now Featured in Twitter’s Moments Tab
Twitter has added the ability to display Google’s AMP pages when loading up content in the Moments tab.
Google Experiments With “Call/Text Google” to Find Local Service Providers
Google has been seen testing its latest experimental feature; ads that encourage searchers to call or text the company directly for local services.
Google Confirms Toolbar PageRank is No More
A company spokesperson has confirmed with SEJ that PageRank is officially being shuttered.
Google Hires Founder of 4chan to Join Google+ Team
Google has not given up on its struggling social network, Google+. Its latest effort? Hiring founder of controversial message board 4chan and having him join...
Google Offers ‘Search by Interest’ Filters For Google Flights Searches
With new search filters added to Google Flights, you can search by specific interests.
Google Shares Interesting New Mobile Search Stats
Google’s VP of Americas Marketing, Lisa Gevelber, recently shared her insight on how to build a mobile-centric search strategy.
New Google Test Lets Businesses Post to Front Page of Search Results
Google is experimenting with a way to let lets celebrities, brands, and organizations publish directly to the front page.
Need Help With AMP? Google is Rolling Out New International Office Hours
Google is continuing its prioritization of AMP adoption with the rollout of new international office hours.