Google is undeniably the most popular search engine in the world, with over 90% of search engine market share (Statista, 2021). And, with millions of websites vying for that number one spot on the search engine results pages (SERPs), the speed at which Google indexes a website’s content is crucial. But, what factors affect the…
Google has made some significant changes to its guidelines for syndicated content, causing a stir among SEO professionals. The search engine has officially stated that it no longer recommends the use of canonical tags for syndicated content. This action will undoubtedly have an impact on how syndicators and publishers address concerns with duplicate content and…
Approximately 200,000 WordPress websites were exposed to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability due to a flaw in the Metform Elementor Contact Form Builder Plugin. This vulnerability allowed unauthenticated attackers to perform Stored XSS attacks, compromising the security of the websites. The Metform Elementor Contact Form Builder Plugin is a popular WordPress plugin that enables users…
Microsoft Advertising has recently launched a new tool called local search ads, designed to provide local businesses with greater visibility in Bing’s search results. This tool is a significant addition to their advertising platform and can help small businesses stand out from their competitors. The local search ads work by allowing businesses to advertise directly…
Not the best news for those of us who don’t like hearing the F-bomb every 10 seconds. YouTube Updates Ad Policy to Allow More Profanity in Videos Read moreGoogle Rolls Out Blue Highlight Feature for Featured Snippets in Search ResultsYouTube has recently updated its ad policy to allow more profanity in videos without being classified…
TikTok, the popular social media app, is facing a possible ban in the United States due to security concerns. The Trump administration has been trying to force TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app to an American company to ensure data security. One of the main concerns is that the Chinese government could access…
Google Ads is making some changes to its dashboard, according to Factual data. The trial of these changes is currently limited to a small number of accounts. However, it’s expected that the reorganized interface and new navigation menu will make an appearance in the Google Ads dashboard soon. Users of the App campaign will receive…
According to recent factual data, link in bio platforms are gaining popularity among Instagram users. While these platforms offer great possibilities for driving traffic to websites, the question remains: are they good for ranking in search engines? A recent article by Search Engine Land looks at link in bio platforms from an SEO perspective, examining…
After months of testing, Google has rolled out a new blue highlight feature for some featured snippets in the Google Search results. The feature aims to make it easier for users to access the relevant information they are searching for. Featured snippets, which are summarized answers to users’ queries, come from web search listings. Google’s…