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    • moz12pro
      moz12pro last edited by

      Hey guys i need know whether targeting homepage for local SEO is good or creating separate page for locatin

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        @moz12pro said in Targeting Home page is better for local seo:

        Hey guys i need know whether targeting homepage for local SEO is good or creating separate page for locatin

        For local SEO, creating separate location-specific pages is usually more effective than targeting your homepage alone. Location pages allow you to optimize for specific keywords, provide unique content relevant to each area, and include details like address, contact info, and local testimonials. This helps search engines better understand your relevance for each location, which improves your visibility in local searches. However, if you have just one main location or serve a small region, optimizing the homepage might be sufficient.

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        • esperance20009
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          I tried this method and it works 100%

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          • esperance20009
            esperance20009 @moz12pro last edited by

            @moz12pro
            I tried this method and it works 100%

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            • kashomarketing2
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              @aarefa said in Targeting Home page is better for local seo:

              While your homepage can still target broader keywords, location-specific pages will help improve your visibility in local search results and provide a better user experience.

              While your homepage can still target broader keywords, location-specific pages will help improve your visibility in local search results and provide a better user experience.

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              • aarefa
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                @moz12pro When it comes to local SEO, it’s usually more effective to create a separate page for each location rather than focusing solely on the homepage. By doing this, you can customize the content and keywords for each specific area, which helps improve your visibility in local search results. While the homepage can still target broader terms, location-specific pages make it easier for search engines to understand your relevance to those areas and provide a better experience for users searching locally.
                if you want to know more about keyword research and on-page SEO check this out
                https://www.digitalluminous.com/guide-to-search-engine-optimization-seo/

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                • aarefa
                  aarefa last edited by

                  Regarding local SEO, it’s usually more effective to create a separate page for each location rather than focusing solely on the homepage. By doing this, you can customize the content and keywords for each specific area, which helps improve your visibility in local search results. While the homepage can still target broader terms, location-specific pages make it easier for search engines to understand your relevance to those areas and provide a better experience for users searching locally.
                  if you want to check more information about keyword research and on-page SEO check this out
                  https://www.digitalluminous.com/guide-to-search-engine-optimization-seo/

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                  • aarefa
                    aarefa @moz12pro last edited by

                    @moz12pro For local SEO, creating a separate page for each location is generally better than just targeting the homepage. A dedicated location page allows you to tailor content, keywords, and local information for that specific area, making it more relevant to search engines and users. While your homepage can still target broader keywords, location-specific pages will help improve your visibility in local search results and provide a better user experience.
                    if you want to know more about keyword research and how to optimize it while doing on-page check this blog
                    https://www.digitalluminous.com/guide-to-search-engine-optimization-seo/

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                    • tristan62
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                      @sarahwalsh said in Targeting Home page is better for local seo:

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                      Targeting your homepage for local SEO is crucial. It boosts visibility in local searches, driving more relevant traffic. By optimizing for local keywords and including location-specific content, your business can attract nearby customers and improve its local online presence

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                      • DaneFlaw
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                        @moz12pro said in Targeting Home page is better for local seo:

                        Hey guys i need know whether targeting homepage for local SEO is good or creating separate p

                        try to make landing pages for your every city

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                        • MaazKhan24
                          MaazKhan24 last edited by

                          There are pros and cons to both targeting your homepage for local SEO and creating separate location pages. Here's a quick breakdown:

                          • Targeting your homepage can be simpler, but it might not be as effective for highly specific local searches.

                          • Separate location pages allow for more targeted content and keywords, potentially boosting your local SEO for specific areas.

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                          • sarahwalsh
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                            Often, a lot of SEO businesses just concentrate on building backlinks to just the homepage.

                            However, you should also build do-follow quality backlinks to many different pages and blog posts on your company website.

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                            • dinamarbni
                              dinamarbni last edited by

                              It was a very interesting method

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                              • Nozzle
                                Nozzle last edited by

                                I always start with creating a location page for each city your business is located.

                                If you only have one city location then think about what is the most useful page for visitors to land on when searching for what you do. If it's your homepage, then promote that, but if it is the information you'd put in a location page, then promote that instead.

                                Honestly I tend to always create a location page no matter what and then push to rank both the homepage and the location page see which one Google likes best.

                                Boyd

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