If you are still using Drupal – or more likely a client insists on still using it – be aware that there are some major vulnerabilities that have yet to be patched. Many webmasters have switched from Drupal to WordPress in recent years, but there are still many sites running Drupal. And with many of […]
Why Choosing a Fast and Reliable Webhost Matters
Google is constantly rolling out updates to its search algorithm to improve the quality of the sites that appear within search engine results pages (SERPs). These changes often spark turmoil within the SEO community, outraging some and prompting others to find new best practices that fit the bill and make the sites that they manage […]
The Importance Of Placement: SEO And Site Format
When discussing SEO, the emphasis tends to be on explicit content. As such, those who create web content tend to focus on a few key issues: keywords, original content, and quality links that reflect well and boost search results. However, there are a number of commonly overlooked features that influence the effectiveness of SEO. One […]
Using AMP? Google Search Console Looking for Beta Testers
Are you using AMP or are planning to start? John Mueller posted that he is looking for beta testers for AMP features in Google Search Console. John Mueller posted on both Twitter and Google+ asking for testers of the new features. Interested in trying out AMP features in Search Console? If your game this year […]
AOL Begins to Use Bing Search & Bing Ads for Search Results
AOL has officially switched over their search results and ads to Bing search results with Bing Ads advertising as of January 1, 2016. The deal, which was officially announced back in June 2015, is expected to increase the reach of both their search and their paid ads. There are geographic limits to the change, which […]
Still No Google Penguin Date, But Closer to Release
For those who were hoping Penguin would launch immediately after New Years Day will have to wait a little longer. Gary Illyes commented on Google that while they are getting closer, they have no specific date yet. Illyes made a joke saying “the penguins are getting closer to freedom” but they do not have a […]
Google Adds New Sports Mobile Tabbed UI for NFL, NBA & Premier League
Google has given their sports results a facelift on mobile devices by adding tabbed features for not only multiple sports leagues, but also individual teams as well. To view the new tabbed features, search for a sport or team, then you need to click on the expanded link in the search results that says “Games, […]
Become a Google Small Business Expert Advisor
Google is looking those interested in becoming a Google Small Business Advisor to assist Google’s small business community. Google made the announcement yesterday on Google+. There is a short turnaround for applications. Google is only accepting applications through January 3, 2016. They are looking for advisors in a wide range of topic areas, including SEOs. […]
New HTTP Status Code 451 for Legal Takedowns
For the first time in a while, we have a brand new status code. The new status code is meant to serve as a status code to show when a page or site has been taken offline for legal reasons. The new status code is 451 with the description set as “Unavailable for Legal Reasons” […]
Google Search Analytics Update: May Increase Total Clicks & Impressions
Google has added a new note to their Data Anomalies page in Google Search Console. This note highlights a change that could increase the number of impressions and clicks displayed in the report. The change is simply noted as “an update to web search logs analysis” on the Data Anomalies page. December 14 Websites only: An […]