{"id":3888292,"date":"2020-03-25T05:32:16","date_gmt":"2020-03-25T05:32:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webnus.net\/?p=3888292"},"modified":"2026-03-25T14:55:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T18:55:48","slug":"improve-wordpress-seo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/","title":{"rendered":"Improve WordPress SEO: 11 Tips to Boost Website Rankings","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #212121;color:#212121\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #212121;color:#212121\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#key_takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#the_importance_of_seo\" >The Importance of SEO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#11_ways_to_increase_boost_wordpress_website_seo_rankings\" >11 Ways To Increase &amp; Boost WordPress Website SEO Rankings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#basic_seo_practices_to_improve_wp_seo\" >Basic SEO Practices to Improve WP SEO<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#www_vs_non-www\" >WWW vs. non-WWW<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#choosing_a_sufficient_web_hosting\" >Choosing a Sufficient Web Hosting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#install_reliable_seo_plugins\" >Install Reliable SEO Plugins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#reminding_the_importance_of_google_search_console\" >Reminding the Importance of Google Search Console<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#take_advantage_of_xml_sitemap\" >Take Advantage of XML Sitemap<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#content_rules_to_boost_website_rankings\" >Content Rules to Boost Website Rankings<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#always_do_your_keyword_research\" >Always Do Your Keyword Research<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#optimize_and_implement_focus_kw_to_your_blog_post\" >Optimize and Implement Focus KW to Your Blog Post<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#write_content-rich_and_long_posts\" >Write Content-rich and Long Posts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#share_it_with_everybody_you_can\" >Share It With Everybody You Can<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#rig_it_with_links\" >Rig It With Links<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#create_clean_seo-friendly_permalinks\" >Create Clean &amp; SEO-Friendly Permalinks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#1_choose_focus_keywords\" >1. Choose Focus Keywords<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#2_structure_your_post\" >2. Structure Your Post<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#3_use_internal_and_external_links\" >3. Use Internal and External Links<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#4_optimize_for_on-page_seo\" >4. Optimize for On-Page SEO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#5_add_visuals_with_alt_text\" >5. Add Visuals with Alt Text<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#6_write_engaging_and_long-form_content\" >6. Write Engaging and Long-Form Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#7_use_schema_markup\" >7. Use Schema Markup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#8_optimize_for_mobile\" >8. Optimize for Mobile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#9_promote_your_blog_post\" >9. Promote Your Blog Post<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions+<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#what_are_the_best_seo_plugins_for_wordpress\" >What are the best SEO plugins for WordPress?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#how_can_i_improve_my_wordpress_sites_loading_speed_for_better_seo\" >How can I improve my WordPress site\u2019s loading speed for better SEO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#what_are_some_best_practices_to_improve_seo_on_wordpress\" >What are some best practices to improve SEO on WordPress?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#how_long_does_it_take_to_see_seo_improvements_after_optimizing_wordpress\" >How long does it take to see SEO improvements after optimizing WordPress?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/improve-wordpress-seo\/#whats_the_difference_between_www_and_non-www_for_seo\" >What\u2019s the difference between WWW and non-WWW for SEO?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns wn-single-kta is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"key_takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Optimizing WordPress SEO<\/strong> is crucial for improving your website&#8217;s search engine ranking, driving more traffic, and increasing conversions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implementing <strong>SEO tools<\/strong> like Yoast SEO and RankMath can streamline optimization processes and ensure your site is search engine-friendly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fast loading times<\/strong> are important for ranking on Google. Ensuring your WordPress site is speedy through caching, optimizing images, and selecting reliable hosting is essential for boosting SEO.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content is key.<\/strong> Long-form, keyword-rich blog posts and optimized media enhance SEO while providing value to readers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consistently following best practices for <strong>on-page<\/strong> and <strong>technical SEO<\/strong> will position your website higher on search engine results pages (SERPs), ensuring greater visibility and user engagement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we are going to summarize some of the best practices for increasing website rankings and improving SEO for WordPress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just like dressing to impress, your website needs to be polished and optimized with the latest SEO tools to stand out in the digital world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re wondering how to improve SEO for WordPress, incorporating the right techniques and tools is key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To gain more visibility on search engines like Google, websites need to be optimized, both inside and out. Boosting SEO on WordPress ensures that your site appears at the top of search results, leading to increased traffic and higher conversions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Incorporating this concept opens up the gates to increase website rankings by popular search engines like Google.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the ranking of a website goes up, it starts to pop up on the top of the search-result pages (SERP). As a result, the site brings in more visitors, and with them, more views, sales, and revenue follow. And who doesn\u2019t dream at night for a better tomorrow?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that the importance of SEO or \u201cSearch Engine Optimization\u201d is evident, what should one do to increase website ranking? Are there special hidden tips and tricks to ranking up a website? Previously, we covered some essential methods to boost Google ranking, but today, we want to take it deeper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the_importance_of_seo\"><\/span>The Importance of SEO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493b704&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493b704\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-importance-of-seo.png\" alt=\"Importance of SEO | Improve WordPress SEO Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned above, the understanding of SEO to a website owner feels like discovering the last clue in the quest of finding the long-lost city of Atlantis to a treasure hunter with a slight difference; SEO is REAL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEO-optimized websites enjoy heightened visibility and other advantages.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following key WordPress SEO tips, such as using proper keywords and optimizing content, can significantly improve a site&#8217;s performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Websites that know how to improve SEO on WordPress quickly establish themselves as top-ranking destinations, attracting more visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although they may sound like a double-sided blade, the truth is that&nbsp;top <a href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/top-seo-trends-2019\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2024 SEO trends<\/a>&nbsp;are becoming more and more appealing to everyone. Almost every geek or semi tech-savvy nests the unflinching belief that top ranking websites know how the game\u2019s played, and quite frankly, they\u2019re not mistaken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As search engines start to identify a website as SEO-privileged destinations, more individuals swarm into that link to get a load of their content, see what they have on the digital shelves to sell, what groundbreaking services they have to offer, and all in one word, what\u2019s happening. Who doesn\u2019t want that, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_ways_to_increase_boost_wordpress_website_seo_rankings\"><\/span>11 Ways To Increase &amp; Boost WordPress Website SEO Rankings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Search engines are the most significant source of traffic. But what are the rules here?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How can someone make a search engine fall in love with their content or website and get a ton of rewards in return?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Search engines use complex algorithms to rank websites, but these algorithms need guidance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optimizing your site with SEO tools and plugins can help improve your Google ranking for WordPress. By using trusted tools and proven techniques, website owners can see real improvements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve ever asked, &#8220;How can I improve SEO for WordPress?&#8221;, it\u2019s time to focus on both on-page and technical SEO practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By telling the search engine what the website\u2019s content all about and optimizing it, potential traffic will be saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only a time-proven SEO analysis tool tested by a sizable number of users can bring your site to high-quality standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Potential clients will start clicking on it and staying for a long time, and, as a result, this site begins to generate profit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Netpeak Software is a truly high-quality tool that helps you improve the technical side of the site, find its shortcomings, analyze all the hidden issues, and identify all aspects that are negatively affecting your position in search results. Only with trusted tools can you achieve success, increase your brand confidence, and win the loyalty of your clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"basic_seo_practices_to_improve_wp_seo\"><\/span>Basic SEO Practices to Improve WP SEO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493bc5d&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493bc5d\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-best-seo-practices.png\" alt=\"\"><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To improve SEO for WordPress, some tips and tricks can be employed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, choosing between WWW vs. non-WWW URLs, selecting the right web hosting, and installing reliable SEO plugins are essential steps.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for ways on how to improve WordPress SEO, plugins like Yoast SEO, RankMath, and All-in-One SEO can help manage your website\u2019s optimization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another method to boost SEO for WordPress is improving your website&#8217;s loading speed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google values fast websites, and slow load times can hurt your ranking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing efficient hosting services and using caching methods can enhance your site&#8217;s speed and SEO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To improve WordPress SEO and <a title=\"12 Global SEO Tips: How to Rank in Other Countries\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/global-seo-rank-in-other-countries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">increase website rankings<\/a> in the eyes of search engines, some tips and tricks can be manipulated to help with the outcome:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"www_vs_non-www\"><\/span>WWW vs. non-WWW<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Against all the speculations and controversies going around the web, there\u2019s no actual proof to support these claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Launching a website with the \u201cwww\u201d at the beginning (https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/) or without it (https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/) won\u2019t increase website ranking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, in the light of choosing one, it all comes down to personal preferences.&nbsp;However, seeing so many websites use &#8220;www&#8221; raises some questions?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Well, here are a couple of reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using www as part of your domain used to be the standard back in the day. But that is not necessarily true anymore. We don\u2019t even use www here at Webnus. One reason you still might see www being used a lot is simply that changing it after using it for years can be complicated and cause issues. So a lot of older brands simply continue to use it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Another reason large companies with a lot of traffic might want to use www is due to DNS. Naked domains (non-www) technically can\u2019t have a CNAME record used to redirect traffic for failover. However, there are workarounds to this issue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"choosing_a_sufficient_web_hosting\"><\/span>Choosing a Sufficient Web Hosting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The magnitude of keywords like \u201cFocus Keywords,\u201d \u201cSEO ranking,\u201d \u201cranking factors,\u201d \u201cSEO tools\/plugins,\u201d and \u201ccontent\u201d can blindfold us from less-visible yet equally-crucial components like speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2025, website speed is one the most important ranking factors, read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/how-to-speed-up-wordpress\/\">How To Speed Up WordPress site<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More often than not, people forget about the fact that Google also sets value in load-up speed when it comes to ranking websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, aside from all the SEO high pitches, try to put some time and energy into web hosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should also use <a href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/best-wordpress-caching-plugins\/\">efficient caching methods<\/a> in order to speed up your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A reliable and fast hosting can go a long way and pull up a website\u2019s ranking. To this subject, some suggest using SSD drives over traditional hard drives, which in its own sense, is not a bad recommendation since it boosts up page loading time. You can add the line: However, you can get a VPS hosting if your site gets lots of traffic. Here&#8217;s a list of the best VPS hosting providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"install_reliable_seo_plugins\"><\/span>Install Reliable SEO Plugins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493c210&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493c210\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-reliable-plugins1.png\" alt=\"Reliable SEO Plugins | Improve WordPress SEO Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Handy <a title=\"13 Best WordPress SEO Plugins in 2021 + SEO Useful Tools\" href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/best-wordpress-seo-plugins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">SEO plugins<\/a> have been swarming the market ever since the public realized the real value of Google ranking and how it helps to increase website ranking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luckily, the general enthusiasm for SEO tools was so severe that nowadays, WordPress comes with tons of these helpful rank-upping add-ons. Despite that, installing one or two SEO plugins won\u2019t do anybody any harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the contrary, setting up some external SEO tools aids website owners better manage different aspects of SEO and takes a lot of burden off their shoulders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we begin to enlist the top SEO tools in the community, we can quickly narrow it down to two or three top-rated and efficient plugins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although other ones might fall more precious for some users, to us, tools like <a title=\"Search Results Web results Yoast SEO: the #1 WordPress SEO Plugin\" href=\"https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Yoast SEO<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/rankmath.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">RankMath<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/all-in-one-seo-pack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">All-in-One SEO pack<\/a> and the paid plugin Squirrly SEO are enough to finish the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each of these fantastic SEO plugins has its own cons and pros, and it\u2019s hard to differentiate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To better grasp how they are separated from each other, have a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/search-engine-optimization-rankmath-review\">RankMath vs. Yoast comparison for beginners<\/a>, which we previously published.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another excellent example of plugins to find out about the exact keywords competitors and other business use is&nbsp;Ahrefs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493c51e&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493c51e\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-ahrefs.png\" alt=\"Use ahrefs for SEO | Improve WordPress SEO Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ahrefs is a premium SEO plugins tool with a free seven day trial for testing and getting a firm grip on the basics of this amazing solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sitechecker is a multifunctional SEO tool that <a href=\"https:\/\/sitechecker.pro\/website-crawler\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">crawl website<\/a> and finds all errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493c889&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493c889\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"194\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sitechecker.jpg\" alt=\"Sitechecker\" class=\"wp-image-34491039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sitechecker.jpg 660w, https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sitechecker-300x88.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a detailed analysis you will get a list of tips to fix all the identified problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moz&nbsp;has also found a spot in any content manager\u2019s heart due to its wide variety of highly-successful features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493ca8a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493ca8a\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-moz.png\" alt=\"Use MOZ for SEO | Improve WordPress SEO Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It gives users the ability to crawl their websites on demand, manage their keywords more effortlessly, dig up thousands of keywords in a matter of seconds, and pinpoint actual SEO problems. To pump up its game, it\u2019s also equipped with a system that recommends hot-fixes to SEO issues and spots the sections prone to improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note that, despite being of the same nature and having lots in common, SEO plugins don\u2019t do the optimization by themselves. They simply give a hand to users by pointing out the flaws or strong-points from an SEO standpoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"reminding_the_importance_of_google_search_console\"><\/span>Reminding the Importance of Google Search Console<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to see if Google search engine is willing to help you increase website ranking, then opt for Google Search Console (aka. GSC). Through this powerful tool, everybody can put themselves in the shoes of a search engine and have a glance at their websites from afar, just as a roaming visitor would.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493ccd8&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493ccd8\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-google-search-console-min.png\" alt=\"How to use Google Search Console to Improve WordPress SEO\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/search.google.com\/search-console\/welcome\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google Search Console<\/a> empowers users by giving them essential data on the essential things they need to know, like how their websites appear on the search engine, how often their pages are being clicked, terms and keywords people type in to find their gig, and etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alongside its hefty arsenal of immensely useful tools, Google Search Console alerts users if they\u2019re stepping in the wrong direction. It shows them what\u2019s working for them and what parts have been missing or where they drifted off to the wrong line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing all these, don\u2019t hesitate to register your website to find out the voids in your work. This would tremendously help you to plan your next move according to the latest trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"take_advantage_of_xml_sitemap\"><\/span>Take Advantage of XML Sitemap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">XML Sitemap is a vitally important formatted file that sends out the links of a website to the search engines and, this way, helps the crawlers and the engines to locate contents more easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493cf4d&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493cf4d\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-xml-sitemap-min.png\" alt=\"\"><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adding up an XML sitemap won\u2019t do Google ranking any good. However, it does speed up the search engine\u2019s quest to find your content and website, and who doesn\u2019t want everything done in a blink of an eye?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A great example of a WP plugin that automatically creates and updates sitemaps would be <a title=\"Google XML Sitemaps \u2013 WordPress plugin\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/google-sitemap-generator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Google XML Sitemaps<\/a> by Arne Brachhold. No need to mention that famous SEO plugins like Yoast SEO and RankMath offer this option and you don&#8217;t need to install another plugin to benefit from XML to improve WordPress SEO and increase website rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"content_rules_to_boost_website_rankings\"><\/span>Content Rules to Boost Website Rankings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cContent rules\u201d is still alive and kicking. To increase website ranking, follow these few simple content-related tasks to improve <a href=\"https:\/\/searchhog.co.uk\/wordpress-seo-experts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WordPress SEO<\/a> and watch as your website&#8217;s Google ranking begins to fly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"always_do_your_keyword_research\"><\/span>Always Do Your Keyword Research<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know how backbreaking finding a keyword might appeal to beginners or even professionals; after all, everything comes down to finding the best keywords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is that although keyword research can prove to be very difficult and time-consuming, it pays off in the end. Sometimes you can even dump this annoying responsibility to the content manager or online marketer. However, if doing it like a lone-wolf is your style and learning in the transition is what you\u2019re aiming at, we have a few tricks to show you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493d21b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493d21b\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-keyword-research-min.png\" alt=\"Do Your Keyword Research | Improve WordPress SEO Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First off, tons of free or premium online research tools out there on the market can help you with the keywords. Some tools like SEMRush or KWFinder have buzzed over time, and can outpace competitors in the SEO-ranking run and improve WordPress SEO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Content remains king when trying to improve SEO for WordPress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always do your keyword research to find the best focus keywords.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Implement these into your blog posts and optimize other elements such as media, meta descriptions, and alt attributes for images.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A critical step in learning how to improve SEO on WordPress is to write content-rich, long-form posts that are informative and valuable to readers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doing the search on your own and solely through Google or related topics is another way to go. As you\u2019ve probably noticed by now, after giving Google something to wander about on the web, it lists some useful relevant short\/long-tailed keywords at the bottom of every page \u2013 except for mobile-users who might not be able to benefit from this feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These enlisted keywords can give you ideas on what people are looking for and what\u2019s becoming the new trend and possibly your new focus keyword.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"optimize_and_implement_focus_kw_to_your_blog_post\"><\/span>Optimize and Implement Focus KW to Your Blog Post<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493d517&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493d517\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-optimize-blog-post-min.png\" alt=\"Optimize You Blog Post to Improve WordPress SEO Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After finding the focus keyword, it\u2019s time to put it into the right use. Here are some key measures to take to optimize your posts and pages to boost &amp; increase website rankings and improve WordPress SEO:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find Semantic Keywords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Write a Catchy Title Using Sentiment Analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t Forget About Internal &amp; External Linking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add Optimized Media (Images, Videos, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Write a Meta Description Focused on Presenting the Core Keyword<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use Focus Keyword in Images Alt attribute<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make Articles Easier to Comprehend<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take Advantage of Categories &amp; Tags<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"write_content-rich_and_long_posts\"><\/span>Write Content-rich and Long Posts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anything that bodes well with the readers, bodes well with Google Search Parties. And what criteria of a website really pulls in the hoard of views?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Well, it\u2019s lengthy and detailed posts on the subject of your work or service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493d818&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493d818\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-content-length.png\" alt=\"Always Write Long Enough To Increase Website Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Surveys strongly demonstrate that content ranking top 10 in Google search results (that\u2019s page one of Google search) related to any specific keyword present at least <b>2000 <\/b>words on the subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In short \u2013 as a drive to increase website ranking \u2013 content-rich and long posts generate more views and skyrocket in search engines results table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a very famous formally-viral query chart on the web showcasing how studded contents generate more leads and how fund of them search engines like Google are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the graph from Hook Agency&nbsp;showing how content length affects website rankings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493da51&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493da51\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-average-content-length.png\" alt=\"\"><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As vaguely perceptible, the lower the average content length, the better positioning a post can achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While crafting a blog post is all good and search-engine-compelling in most cases, be wary of not capping a piece of content with blas\u00e9 nonsense that generates more laughs or boredom than views; because, if done so, it can backlash on your SEO presence in devastating measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"share_it_with_everybody_you_can\"><\/span>Share It With Everybody You Can<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Something that\u2019s even more annoying than constantly publishing bite-sized pieces of content with viewers is the lack of tools of sharing them with them on other platforms like social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Social media has tackled every corner of our lives, and people don\u2019t seem to get enough of sharing what they think is presentable and exciting to read.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To strike a chord with your audience, create emotional\/trendy content that can hook them up. Search the internet for what\u2019s trending and use it to your benefit \u2013 don\u2019t just write the first thing that pops up in your head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, keep in mind that a catchy headline helps a topic to get everybody hooked and you in selling your story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493dd1f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493dd1f\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-social-bookmark-min.png\" alt=\"In 2020 Social Bookmarks are Important to Increase Website Rankings\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try not to sound arrogant and self-centered all the time. Be humble and sometimes go with a self-deprecating tone so everybody can see how human you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t fall blind to your audience\u2019s values and opinions; instead, cherish and nourish them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loyal viewers come onto a website where they feel appreciated, and they\u2019re likely to share a story from such a source with others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"rig_it_with_links\"><\/span>Rig It With Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>It\u2019s all about the connection; fail that, and all would be for nothing. Link building is super important, and incorporating <a href=\"https:\/\/serpninja.io\/monthly-link-building\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">monthly link building services<\/a> ensures a consistent and strategic approach to building those connections. With regular efforts, you can establish authority and improve your website&#8217;s visibility effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"create_clean_seo-friendly_permalinks\"><\/span>Create Clean &amp; SEO-Friendly Permalinks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WordPress treats permalink altering in an SEO-unfriendly fashion, which really blows and can have some harmful side-effects on one\u2019s strides to get some views and search engine recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The default URL Structure set by WordPress for posts usually contains the post name after a long-tail of banal and unclean factors which engines don\u2019t really care for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In contrast, clean and shorter URLs can really get the attention of search engines and help to increase website ranking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These types of permalinks still hold the title of the post or the main keyword but display it in a much more eye-pleasing length that gets rid of any extra detail like date or location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creating the best-structured permalink form isn\u2019t a math problem; instead, straightforward navigation to the WordPress settings tab. At the destination, look for the post name option and change permalink structuring to your desired form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a1d02493e0ba&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a1d02493e0ba\" class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/improve-wp-seo-wordpress-permalinks.png\" alt=\"Use Clean Permalinks To Improve WordPress SEO\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Crucial Note<br><\/strong>If your website has been up and running for over six months, don&#8217;t touch the permalink settings.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a website has been generating permalinks and views for an extended period of time, chances are that many users\/customers rely on the current form of URL structures to get in touch, especially in platforms like social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By immaturely transforming the well-rooted permalink formation, you run the risk of losing leads and SEO ranking points simply because the redirecting of URLs won\u2019t work efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case of imminent need, lower the risk by <a href=\"https:\/\/katademos.com\/newwebnus\/wordpress-maintenance-services\/\">recruiting a professional<\/a> to do the job for you and fixing up the redirecting issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The route to increase website ranking and have a more highly-placed presence on Google or any other search engine\u2019s first page is complex and treacherous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is complex since, as the new trends and algorithms shape shift with time, some methods or tools completely lose their faces, and others jump to be the latest buzz and fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is treacherous because it holds so many pitfalls and barriers that nobody can truly call themselves an expert on the matter. It takes years and years and countless falls to master the art of ranking up a website and optimizing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For further information on how to increase website ranking, or even earlier, how to design, build, optimize, and maintain your website on your own terms, please visit our comprehensive guide on the subject. This way, you\u2019ll always have a professional team on your side, even when you can\u2019t see them.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-howto\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-howto-description\">\n\n<p><strong>How to Write a Blog Post for SEO Optimization:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rank-math-steps \">\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722537031\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_choose_focus_keywords\"><\/span>1. <strong>Choose Focus Keywords<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>\u00a0Identify a primary keyword using tools like Google Keyword Planner or SEMrush.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722547762\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_structure_your_post\"><\/span>2. <strong>Structure Your Post<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Use a clear headline (H1) that includes the primary keyword and start with an introduction that briefly explains the blog&#8217;s topic. Organize content with descriptive subheadings (H2, H3) for readability, and write concise paragraphs that provide value and address user queries.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722577547\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_use_internal_and_external_links\"><\/span>3. <strong>Use Internal and External Links<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Connect to other relevant content on your site, and reference credible sources to enhance credibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722587513\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_optimize_for_on-page_seo\"><\/span>4. <strong>Optimize for On-Page SEO<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Include your keyword in the title tag, meta description, and URL slug.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722608662\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_add_visuals_with_alt_text\"><\/span>5. <strong>Add Visuals with Alt Text<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Use relevant images and ensure each has descriptive alt text.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722622846\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_write_engaging_and_long-form_content\"><\/span><strong>6. Write Engaging and Long-Form Conten<\/strong>t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Aim for 1,000-1,500 words of quality content that addresses user pain points.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722637713\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_use_schema_markup\"><\/span>7. <strong>Use Schema Markup<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Implement FAQ or how-to schema for better visibility in search results.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722650245\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_optimize_for_mobile\"><\/span>8. <strong>Optimize for Mobile<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Ensure the blog is mobile-friendly and responsive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1732722667849\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-step-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_promote_your_blog_post\"><\/span>9. <strong>Promote Your Blog Post<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Share across social media, newsletters, and online communities to drive traffic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following these steps will help create engaging, SEO-optimized blog posts that improve visibility and search rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion wn-faq-acc is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: true }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-open is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7e775d3098941d3850eb041a94fe32b8\" style=\"color:#3c4858;font-size:22px;font-style:normal;font-weight:600\"><button aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\"><a>Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\"><div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765877621978\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_the_best_seo_plugins_for_wordpress\"><\/span><strong>What are the best SEO plugins for WordPress?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most popular SEO plugins for WordPress include Yoast SEO, RankMath, and All-in-One SEO. These tools help manage on-page SEO, optimize content, and monitor website performance to ensure higher search rankings.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765959377836\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_can_i_improve_my_wordpress_sites_loading_speed_for_better_seo\"><\/span><strong>How can I improve my WordPress site\u2019s loading speed for better SEO?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Improving your website\u2019s speed is key to SEO success. Use caching plugins, optimize image sizes, and select fast, reliable web hosting. Google prioritizes fast-loading websites, which improves both rankings and user experience.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765959389669\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_some_best_practices_to_improve_seo_on_wordpress\"><\/span><strong>What are some best practices to improve SEO on WordPress?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>To improve SEO on WordPress, focus on optimizing content with keywords, enhancing site speed, using SEO plugins, and ensuring that your site is mobile-friendly. Writing long-form, informative blog posts also helps boost rankings.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765959442236\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_long_does_it_take_to_see_seo_improvements_after_optimizing_wordpress\"><\/span><strong>How long does it take to see SEO improvements after optimizing WordPress?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>SEO results can take time. While minor improvements may be noticeable within a few weeks, it generally takes 3 to 6 months of consistent SEO practices to see significant ranking changes and traffic boosts.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1774464889272\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"whats_the_difference_between_www_and_non-www_for_seo\"><\/span><strong>What\u2019s the difference between WWW and non-WWW for SEO?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>There is no direct SEO benefit between using WWW or non-WWW for your domain. 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