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  • harry550
    harry550 last edited by Sep 8, 2017, 9:00 AM

    Any google updates or, can anyone tell me what google running, web ranking down, majority keywords showing on 1st pages right now those are on 3rd page, so is there any specific reason, or any solutions plz.. this s my website www.iqlance.com can anyone help me to audit and what was the issues facing exactly..

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    • Neststayhome
      Neststayhome @harry550 last edited by May 22, 2024, 9:20 AM

      @harry550

      To determine why your website's rankings may have dropped and identify potential issues, conducting a comprehensive SEO audit is crucial. Here are some steps you can take:

      On-page Optimization: Review the content and meta tags on your website to ensure they are optimized for relevant keywords. Check for keyword stuffing, duplicate content, and missing meta tags.

      Technical SEO: Assess your website's technical aspects such as site speed, mobile-friendliness, crawlability, and indexability. Address any issues like broken links, server errors, or improper redirects.

      Backlink Analysis: Analyze your website's backlink profile to ensure quality and relevance. Disavow any toxic or spammy backlinks that may be harming your rankings.

      Content Quality: Evaluate the quality and relevance of your website's content. Make sure it provides value to users and aligns with their search intent.

      Competitive Analysis: Compare your website with competitors to identify areas for improvement and potential opportunities.

      Google Algorithm Updates: Stay updated with Google's algorithm changes and how they may affect your website's rankings. Factors like core updates, page experience signals, and mobile-first indexing can impact rankings.

      Local SEO: If your business targets local audiences, optimize your website for local search by claiming and optimizing your Google My Business listing, ensuring consistent NAP (Name, Address, Phone Number) information across directories, and earning positive reviews.

      User Experience: Focus on improving user experience by providing easy navigation, clear calls-to-action, and fast loading times.

      Consider consulting with an experienced SEO professional or agency to conduct a thorough audit of your website and provide tailored recommendations for improving your rankings.

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      • sarahwalsh
        sarahwalsh last edited by May 21, 2024, 2:23 PM

        This could be because of a Google algorithm update or a penalty that might have been applied?

        We notice our organic visitor number change substantially, thats during Google algorithm updates.

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        • yazib
          yazib last edited by Dec 28, 2023, 5:32 PM

          I'm sorry to hear about the sudden drop in your website's ranking and visibility. Such fluctuations can be concerning. Weight loss To address this issue, I recommend conducting a comprehensive analysis of various factors. Check for recent Google algorithm updates, assess the quality and relevance of your content, review backlinks, and ensure there are no technical issues affecting your site. It might also be helpful to monitor your competitors and industry trends. If you need further assistance, consider consulting with SEO experts or utilizing online tools to get insights into your website's performance. Wishing you a swift resolution and a quick recovery in rankings

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          • Vivek_Suntech
            Vivek_Suntech last edited by Dec 26, 2023, 9:38 AM

            this s my website https://www.suntechapps.com can anyone help me to audit and what was the issues facing exactly.

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            • AmitavaAK
              AmitavaAK last edited by Oct 13, 2023, 7:33 AM

              Suddenly drop in ranking has various reasons like Google algorithm updates, content quality, backlink quality, and technical issues on the website.

              Feel free to review all these aspects and try to resolve them. I hope that this will fix your ranking drop issue.

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              • jamesclarksons
                jamesclarksons last edited by Jul 19, 2023, 7:16 AM

                Reasons for Ranking Drops:
                Several factors can cause fluctuations in web rankings. Some common reasons include:

                Algorithm Updates: If Google releases a new algorithm update, it can impact rankings for various websites. If your website's content or SEO practices don't align well with the updated algorithm's criteria, you may experience a drop in rankings.

                Content Quality: Low-quality, outdated, or duplicate content can harm your website's rankings. Google aims to prioritize websites that provide valuable and relevant content to users.

                Technical Issues: Problems with website loading speed, broken links, and other technical issues can negatively affect rankings. Ensure that your website is technically sound and adheres to best practices.

                Backlink Profile: Poor-quality or spammy backlinks can lead to penalties. Regularly audit your backlink profile and disavow harmful links.

                Competition: Changes in competitors SEO strategies or the emergence of new, stronger competitors can influence rankings.

                For any query related to web development or business contact GIKS Canada-innovating technologies official website

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                • jamesclarksons
                  jamesclarksons last edited by Jul 19, 2023, 6:57 AM

                  I can provide some general information about Google updates and reasons for fluctuations in web rankings. However, for the most current information, I recommend checking official Google sources, webmaster forums

                  Reasons for Ranking Drops:
                  Several factors can cause fluctuations in web rankings. Some common reasons include:

                  Algorithm Updates: If Google releases a new algorithm update, it can impact rankings for various websites. If your website's content or SEO practices don't align well with the updated algorithm's criteria, you may experience a drop in rankings.

                  Content Quality: Low-quality, outdated, or duplicate content can harm your website's rankings. Google aims to prioritize websites that provide valuable and relevant content to users.

                  Technical Issues: Problems with website loading speed, broken links, and other technical issues can negatively affect rankings. Ensure that your website is technically sound and adheres to best practices.

                  Backlink Profile: Poor-quality or spammy backlinks can lead to penalties. Regularly audit your backlink profile and disavow harmful links.

                  Competition: Changes in competitors' SEO strategies or the emergence of new, stronger competitors can influence rankings.
                  for any query or solution related to web development contact Giks

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                  • alokpathak007
                    alokpathak007 last edited by Jan 19, 2023, 5:50 PM

                    There could be multiple factors affecting your website ranking. One of the most important factors that could have affected your website would be 1) any technical change that had affected site speed 2) On page changes like Meta update, Headings Update, URL change, Media change etc.. 2) offsite change - backlinks gone spammy, removed or from non relevant sources 3) SSL / Hosting related issues - site kept going down for some reason 4) and last but not least the Google algorithm update. If issues persist you can reach out this top SEO company in Toronto for detailed audit of your website.

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                    • LureCreative
                      LureCreative last edited by Sep 8, 2017, 1:09 PM Sep 8, 2017, 1:09 PM

                      This could be due to a number of factors, however as of this morning (9/8/17) there is talk of a potential Google algorithm update- see more talk about it at https://www.seroundtable.com/google-search-algorithm-update-24433.html. This is just speculation but Google is showing a lot of SERP volatility in the last 24-36 hours.

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