Search Engine Marketing

Using Date published + Date updated can wreck your organic CTR

Adding both “Date published” and “Date updated” to articles can confuse Google, causing it to display outdated dates in search results. The impact? A 22% drop in CTR for one site, according to an SEO case study shared by SEO professional Abby Gleason on LinkedIn today. Why we care. Your position in the search results […]

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Google expands Search Max beta to more accounts

Google’s AI-powered match type Search Max is rolling out to more accounts, bringing automated ad optimization to Search campaigns. How it works: Expanded search term matching. Google extends beyond existing keywords and match types, using landing pages, headlines, and descriptions to surface new, relevant searches. Text & URL optimization. Google dynamically selects the most relevant

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Why website content won’t boost your Google Maps keyword rankings

If you’re spending time and money adding keyword-rich content to your website, hoping to improve your Google Maps rankings, you’re wasting resources. Website content does not influence your visibility in Google Maps – but there are proven strategies that do. The SEO myth: Blogging and Google Maps rankings When Google Maps first launched, it appeared

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Should you use optimized targeting in Google Ads? A quick guide

Optimized targeting is one default Google Ads feature that gets a ton of vitriol. Sure, it’s not the best choice for everyone. However, there are definite use cases for this automated targeting feature. Let’s explore: is optimized targeting your friend or foe in Google Ads? We’ll cover: What is optimized targeting in Google Ads?  Which

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Outsmarting Google Ads: Insider strategies to navigate changes like a pro

When the rules change, smart players adjust their strategy. Google Ads has changed a lot since it first launched. But shifting PPC strategies isn’t always easy. What happens if the rules change and you don’t know about it? Or you’re too confused by the new rules to take decisive action? Here’s how to adapt to

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Using SEO To Capture Growth Opportunities In Emerging Markets via @sejournal, @motokohunt

With AI reducing traditional search traffic, expanding SEO efforts into emerging markets can help businesses capture new revenue and stay ahead of competitors. The post Using SEO To Capture Growth Opportunities In Emerging Markets appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Why SEO is still key to visibility on search, social, and AI platforms

For years, digital marketing has seen constant debates about the “death” of SEO.  But as long as people search for information, products, and services online, optimization will remain essential. Search platforms may evolve – whether Google, social media, ecommerce, or AI-driven search – but the core principle stays the same: content must be optimized for

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