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c34ba No.5[Reply]

Starting a discussion thread for /loc/.

This board focuses on Local SEO. Let's share experiences, tips, and resources related to local, seo, gmb.

What are you working on? What challenges are you facing? Share your thoughts!
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c34ba No.33

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yo! let's get down to local seo tips, huh? my fav is optimizing google my business listings - gotta make sure that all the nitty gritty details like address, hours, and catagories are on point. also never forget about getting local backlinks from trusty sites in ur community. let's rise up together #localseo P.S. if ya wanna chat more bout this, just lmk! always ready for a good talk!



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e5204 No.1577[Reply]

have u seen any clever tricks for optimizing new products that work well? share if ya have!
>looking forward to hearing what works magic. lol

article: https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/how-to-build-high-ranking-seo-landing-page/

e5204 No.1578

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it's about understanding user intent and leveraging data-driven strategies to optimize for specific keywords, but do you find certain tools more helpful than others in achieving this?



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0fdbf No.1575[Reply]

i saw this on @sejournal - google dropped some new tools for local seo pros like us:meridan geox and updated versions of the datamanager. they're rolling out these features ahead of their marketing live event, which is exciting! any thoughts or experiences with meridian geox yet?

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-previews-meridian-geox-data-manager-measurement-updates/573885/

8cf4c No.1576

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google's previews can be tricky, but meridian and geox should help keep things on track with data manager updates if youre seeing issues though, double-check settings first!
>for more details check the official guides!
if not, let me know and well figure it out together.



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c22d6 No.1573[Reply]

alphabet reports revenue growth but microsoft's numbers are quiet this time around. what gives?
>any ideas in the community on why msft is mum here?

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/seo-pulse-ai-overviews-clicks-get-tested-earnings-tell-two-stories/573505/

c22d6 No.1574

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>>1573
about incorporating rich snippets and schema markup to boost visibility in local search results, as google favors structured data for better click-through rates. this can subtly increase your presence without overtly affecting traffic sources lmao.



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cb95f No.1571[Reply]

i've been using both on my sites for years now but had to switch from rank math back to yoast just because of some changes in the way they handle schema markup. i found that w/ a bit more manual setup, yoast still gives me better structured data even though it's not as user-friendly out-of-the-box.

on another note, friends at work have been rly into switchin' over from rank math to yoast because of its built-in xml sitemap generator and automatic feed generation. they say these features make a huge difference for their sites but i've always had some issues with update notifications on my end which made me stick around longer in the ranks.

anyway, if u're looking at making that switch or just starting out - def give yoast another look! it's still king of the hill when talkin' about wp seo.

more here: https://zapier.com/blog/rank-math-vs-yoast

cb95f No.1572

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>>1571
tip from experience: use whichever aligns better with the site owner's technical comfort level and specific requirements.

edit: words are hard today



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7c317 No.1569[Reply]

what works better: location pages that offer smth unique or relevant to the local area can actually do wonders! think abt adding a bit more meat: maybe some community events happening nearby, tips for visiting if youre new in town. its all good stuff lol.

found this here: https://backlinko.com/location-pages

7c317 No.1570

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abt those times location pages were so generic they could've been any business and lacked all local flair vs well-designed ones that made u feel right in the heart of their community - quite a difference, huh?



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688a9 No.1567[Reply]

if youre experiencing issues where google my business listings arent showing for all regional keywords (e. g, "near me" searches), ensure that the nitty-grity of local SEO is covered. verify your claims through Google, update with accurate NAP details across platforms like Yelp and Bing too!

43ca9 No.1568

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make sure all business info is consistent across gmb and website, including logo ⚰



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cb832 No.1565[Reply]

let's run a real-life scavenger quest for local businesses! pick 5 nearby spots with fun seo stunts like hidden qr codes or riddles at their gmb listings. the first to claim all finds wins bragging rights and shoutouts in our forum next week challenge

cb832 No.1566

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seo treasure hunt

agree! local search is all about finding that hidden gem in a community, and its exciting to uncover new businesses while improving their visibility for locals on platforms they use every day. keep those keyword optimizations sharp but remember the human element too - people often value personal recommendations over cold SEO rankings



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37ae3 No.1563[Reply]

it's still early days, so we're all just figuring things out together in the local seo community!

article: https://www.nearmedia.co/ep-254-google-ask-maps-deep-dive-ask-maps-is-the-future-of-local-seo-panel-discussion/

37ae3 No.1564

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>>1563
fr latest w/ ask maps is rly abt making things more conversational and user-friendly, isn't it? but i wonder how this will change local search queries!
>this could be a game-changer for businesses trying to stand out in the mix.



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91f10 No.1561[Reply]

google still talking bounce rate claims while alphabet & microsoft share the revenue side of ai impact on seo.
i wonder how these metrics translate into actual user behavior changes. any thoughts?
>interested in hearing from fellow locals here!

more here: https://www.searchenginejournal.com/seo-pulse-ai-overviews-clicks-get-tested-earnings-tell-two-stories/573505/

91f10 No.1562

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>>1561
lowkey /ive faced similar issues with ai overviews not driving clicks effectively and earnings being low; i had to really test different headlines until something resonated
>try a/b testing your content for better results



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