The right SEO tactic for low and high competition
Depending on the keywords for which you want to get high rankings, you have to employ different tactics. Keywords with less competition require different tactics than keywords with high competition. The effect of different SEO tactics on the position of your website...
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Best WordPress Security Plugins 2018
However we are often asked what the best WordPress Security Plugins I can install on my website myself for further protection? This isn't to say that WordPress is not secure, or that Drupal or Joomla are any better. The most common way for a hacker to enter a...
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Paid links: do they really affect your Google rankings?
Many websites on the Internet will link to your website if you pay them for the links. Is this a good method to increase the link popularity of your website or can you get in trouble if you use paid links? What does Google think about paid links? Google is very clear...
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Building your SEO Foundation for High Rankings
SEO Tuesday continues with little lesson in basic construction. Along with building a solid foundation, you need to be sure to call CMP and your local water provider to get your basic utilities hooked up. If you do it right, search engine optimization is not that...
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Official Google statement: how to deal with bad inbound links
Many webmasters think that low quality links or links from spammy websites can have a negative effect on the ranking of their websites on Google. The problem with links from spammy websites is that it is very difficult to do something against them. For example, a...
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Does Google personalize results based on user IP location?
We get this question all the time. Does Google personalize results based on user IP location? The answer is: Yes, for a long time now. - And here's the full explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4G0MahBMpQ Google's results come in this order: Paid results...
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Why a Google penalty removal won’t improve your rankings
OK, so here's the skinny; just because Google gives you tools to use, using them does not make your website any more worthy than the next guy's website. These tools are more like "assistants", while they assist you in your SEO efforts, your overall "SEO Plan" is still...
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How to get your website above the regular results on Google – without paying for it
For many businesses, it is very important to be listed in Google Maps. If you offer a service or a product that is relevant to a special area, you might miss many visitors if your website is not listed in Google Maps. Your website can be listed on page one, above the...
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Inside Google: a former Google web-spam team member tells all
Insider scoop on Google is always welcome. Be sure to read what this former Google web-spam member has to say about how Google Detects Spam, Commercial Keyword Use, Link Building Tactics, and our favorite topic; On Page Optimization. In an interview, former Google...
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What Google Would Do If They Did SEO
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5 Best WordPress Firewall Plugins Compared
Are you looking for the best WordPress firewall plugin for your website? WordPress firewall plugins protect your website against hacking, brute force and distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. In this article, we will compare the best WordPress firewall plugins, and how they stack up against each other. What is a WordPress Firewall Plugin? A […]
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The Master Of Your Domain
WHAT'S IN A DOMAIN? Every website needs a domain name. It's your address on the internet (perhaps "yourwebsite.com" or "yourname.com"). There are various places on the internet where you can register (buy) your domain name. To get your domain name, you need to first...
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Password Security Tips
With more and more of our personal data being stored on our computers, giving thoughtful consideration to a password strategy can go a long way in preventing data from being compromised. The following tips are presented as a guide to assist you in password selection....
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5 Ways Your Business can Benefit from Blogging
Using blogging as a communication tool for your business can be one of the most important and beneficial decisions you have ever made. Think of your blog as the voice of your company; you can relay messages, give expert advice and promote discussions. In turn, your...
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Our TOP 5 Easiest Search Engine Optimization Tips
Here's 5 easy internal linking tips that will improve your search engine rankings! Most search engine spiders do not type into your search boxes and they do not use pull down menus. The following tips will help you to make sure that search engine spiders will index...
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How to increase your sales with less traffic
Search engine optimization is not about getting as much traffic as possible. It's about getting the right kind of website traffic. Sometimes, less traffic can be better. Many website visitors aren't necessarily a good thing Many webmasters try to get as many visitors...
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Negative SEO: official Google statements
We are revisiting the importance of Links, their "Negative" effects, and the all controversial Disavow Links Tool. It's all part of the twisted puzzle of SEO, and that's why it takes a team to stay on top of these things. In a video on YouTube, the head of Google's...
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TOP 4 Rules: How to get a #1 Ranking on Google!
A number 1 ranking in Google's search results for the right keyword can mean a lot of visitors and a lot of sales. That's why so many people want to be on Google's first result page. Unfortunately, many people still don't know what it takes to convince Google that...
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Using Synonyms in your SEO Efforts
It's SEO Day here at HostUtopia and we're going to start with an older, but goody, video from Google's Matt Cutts. Matt talks about using synonyms in our SEO efforts, are they effective and how should we use them. http://youtu.be/NpnnXt7CHMU If you found this video...
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Stumbling Blocks to Web Site Success
There are many reasons a web site might just sit there and fail to achieve its goals. Some might be big and structural, such as not clearly defining the site's objectives in the first place. Others might be small, like broken links or an unnecessary splash page. If...
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PASSWORD DO’S AND DON’TS – Password Management
CHANGE YOUR PASSWORD! If you have a poor password your website is at risk! Spammers and Phishers constantly try to break into websites that have poor passwords, once in they use your website to host fake websites intended to deceive people into providing private...
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Javascript Mobile Redirect Code For ANY Mobile Device
Javascript Mobile Device Detection Here is the simplest Javascript Mobile Redirect Code we've found. It work regardless of the device, as long as it's screen size is less that what you specify in the script. In this example and device that has a screen smaller than...
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Google’s definition of a low quality website
Hint: If your website has the elements of a high quality page, it will get better rankings. If your website has the elements of a low quality page, chances are that your website won't get ranked at all. What defines a low quality website?A low quality website is not...
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Why SEO is more sustainable than paid search marketing
Paid search marketing is a quick and easy way to get listed on Google and other search engines for the keywords that are related to your business. Unfortunately, paid search marketing is also very expensive. Search engine optimization (SEO) can help you to save money...
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How to Update WordPress, Plugins, and Themes
From time to time you need to Update WordPress, your theme and plugins.Updates typically happen when developers release security patches or add extra functionality. It’s good practice to keep your themes, plugins & WordPress version updated to the latest versions. The...
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5 Drag and Drop Builder Plugins for WordPress
Do you want an easy way to build and customize your WordPress site? That’s where drag and drop WordPress page builder plugins come in handy. These WordPress page builders allow you to create, edit, and customize your site layout without writing any code. In this article, we will compare and review 5 of the best […]
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The 50 Best Niches For New Website Ideas
Looking for a great blogging idea? Check out these top ranking Niche Categories for some great ideas. All of these ideas listed bellow generate tons of SEO traffic. Creating a blog, informational or directory website for any of these topics could just be your next...
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How to Upgrade WordPress
Every time a new WordPress update comes out, we get several emails from users asking whether it’s safe to update their WordPress site. Are you wondering whether you should update your WordPress to the latest version? Want to know the pros and cons of updating WordPress? In this article, we will explain why it is […]
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Why You Really Need to Stop Using Public Wi-Fi
In today’s busy world, convenience seems to outweigh consequence, especially with how people use their mobile devices. Using free public Wi-Fi networks, for example, comes with any number of serious security risks, yet surveys show that the overwhelming majority of Americans do it anyway. In a study by privatewifi.com, a whopping three-quarters of people admitted to […]
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Why change is good for YOU – The Evolution of SEO
Search engine optimization (SEO) is continually evolving. The Evolution of SEO Things that worked great in the past can trigger a ranking penalty today. Technology is always undergoing change and you have to make sure that you do the right things if you do not want to...
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