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    • alexmurphy1122
      alexmurphy1122 Subscriber last edited by

      I can understand my website age is a big issue but now I want you to help me. I have been doing guest posts for increasing the domain authority but no good result. I just want you to let me what should I do next? AmazeInvent

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      • jamesrobert43
        jamesrobert43 last edited by

        I am also facing issue on my website. Can anyone help me in it?

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        • Emily_Snow
          Emily_Snow last edited by

          Hi,

          Here are a few effective ranking factors that FSG INSPECTIONS my client's website for better visibility on Google

          1. High-Quality Content
            Publish engaging, original, and relevant content that meets user intent, such as inspection guides or industry-specific tips.
            Incorporate keyword optimization for terms related to inspections while avoiding overstuffing.
            Regularly update blog posts or pages to maintain freshness and accuracy.

          2.Mobile-Friendliness
          Ensure FSG INSPECTIONS's website is fully responsive and provides a seamless experience on mobile devices.
          Use Google’s Mobile-Friendly Test to ensure compatibility.

          3.Page Speed
          Optimize the website to load quickly, improving user retention and experience.
          Compress images, reduce unnecessary scripts, and leverage browser caching.

          1. On-Page SEO
            Use keyword-optimized meta titles, descriptions, and headers (H1, H2, H3) for pages like "Inspection Services" or "Schedule an Inspection."
            Add descriptive alt tags to images of inspection tools or processes for better indexing.
            Implement internal linking to connect blog posts, service pages, and contact forms.

          2. Secure Website (HTTPS)
            Ensured FSG INSPECTIONS uses HTTPS for data security, a trust signal valued by Google.

          3. User Experience (UX)
            Provide intuitive navigation for users to find services, pricing, or booking options quickly.
            Minimize bounce rates by offering clear calls-to-action, such as “Schedule Your Inspection.”

          4. Backlinks
            Build high-quality backlinks from relevant industry websites, local directories, or associations related to inspection services.
            Avoid low-quality backlinks that can harm rankings.

          5. Technical SEO
            Maintain a clean site structure, proper URL hierarchy, and an updated XML sitemap for FSG INSPECTIONS.
            Fix any broken links and implement canonical tags where necessary.

          6. Local SEO

            • Optimize for local search by claiming and updating the site Google My Business listing.
            • Use location-based keywords like “Orlando Inspection Services” and acquire local citations to strengthen visibility in local searches.
          7. Core Web Vitals
            Focus on Google’s Core Web Vitals: Largest Contentful Paint (LCP) , First Input Delay (FID), and Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS) to ensure optimal loading performance and interactivity.

          11 Social Signals
          Promote website through social media channels to increase brand awareness and drive engagement.

          By implementing these strategies, can significantly improve its Google ranking and attract more organic traffic.

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          • hammadsiddiqui
            hammadsiddiqui last edited by

            Your website may not be ranking due to several factors, including poor SEO practices, low-quality content, lack of backlinks, or technical issues like slow loading times. It’s essential to optimize your site for both search engines and users to improve its visibility.

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            • James056
              James056 last edited by

              Thank you, mate! I have a Android mod apk download website, but I'm experiencing ranking issues similar to yours. I write unique content, yet my site isn't ranking well. I'm going to check out The Beginner's Guide —maybe it will help me.

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              • M.ijaz918
                M.ijaz918 last edited by

                also looking for decisions

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                • raanave
                  raanave last edited by

                  Very Potential Question, I also want to know about it in details. Please suggest me how can we improve my keywords ranking in search engine ? https://www.vivaindia.com.mx/

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                  • AhmadShah111
                    AhmadShah111 last edited by

                    My service based website is also suffering from deranking although my doamin age is almost 1 year and content all thing is correct. Please help me

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                    • anonymous0007
                      anonymous0007 last edited by

                      Tell me some tips on my website. Tell me some tips?

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                      • anonymous0007
                        anonymous0007 last edited by

                        Give me some suggetion on my wesite. Any Tips?

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                        • kay3333
                          kay3333 @kay3333 last edited by

                          @kay3333 I forgot this is my website if someone can give me any tips: https://byronbe.com/

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                          • fnmayss
                            fnmayss @fnmayss last edited by

                            @fnmayss My domain authority has plummeted dramatically; it was a solid DA 9 previously, but it is currently only DA 7. While I'm still searching for concrete answers, I'm currently analyzing the data to see what could have led to this decline...URL: https://www.trafficridermod.me/

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                            • kay3333
                              kay3333 last edited by

                              Same here, my website is nearly 2 years old and not ranking much. I have tried to apply all that i have read: metatitles, keywords, backlinks etc but still very low ranking 😞

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                              • fnmayss
                                fnmayss @fnmayss last edited by

                                @fnmayss Of course:

                                My domain authority has significantly dropped; it was a strong DA 9 before, but it is now only DA 7. I'm still looking for specific answers, but I'm currently delving into the data to see what would have caused this drop.

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                                • fnmayss
                                  fnmayss @fnmayss last edited by

                                  @fnmayss Of course:

                                  My domain authority has significantly dropped; it was a strong DA 9 before, but it is now only DA 7. I'm still looking for specific answers, but I'm currently delving into the data to see what would have caused this drop.

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                                  • fnmayss
                                    fnmayss @alexmurphy1122 last edited by

                                    @alexmurphy1122 Hey!! Amazing & Well Knowing Topic...Well Researched Reply!!

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                                    • GastonRiera
                                      Gaston Riera last edited by

                                      Hi Alex,

                                      Actually, the website age is not that big of a ranking factor anymore. You can rank in the top positions with a website a few months old.
                                      Also, with just guest-posting is not enough to rank high.

                                      I'd suggest you take a deep and comprehensive read to the Moz's beginners guide to SEO. I think that there are quite a few things to optimize that you are missing.
                                      For example, title tags. You should make them more descriptive and focused on the main keyword/phrase you are willing to rank.

                                      Hope it helps,
                                      Best luck.
                                      Gaston

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