A plain-English explanation of how search engines find, understand and rank your website, and what you can do to rank higher.
Every day, millions of people type questions into Google. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the work of making your website the answer they find. Done well, it brings steady, high-intent visitors without paying for every click.
How search engines work
Search engines follow three steps. First they crawl the web, discovering pages by following links. Then they index those pages, storing what each one is about. Finally they rank the pages for every search, choosing the results that best match what the person wants.
The three pillars of SEO
- Technical SEO: a fast, secure, mobile-friendly site that search engines can crawl and understand.
- On-page SEO: clear titles, headings and helpful content that match what people search for.
- Off-page SEO: trust signals such as quality backlinks, reviews and brand mentions.
How long does SEO take?
SEO is a long-term investment. Most sites see steady movement in 3 to 6 months, and gains build on each other over time. Be careful of anyone who guarantees a first-page ranking, because no agency controls Google.
Where to start
Begin by listing the services you offer and the questions customers ask. Make sure each service has its own helpful page, your site loads quickly on mobile, and your business is listed on Google Business Profile. Then measure progress in Google Search Console and improve month by month.
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