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Search engine optimization, or SEO, is the practice of optimizing your website to generate more traffic from search engines. Learn how to improve your rankings, build links, run technical website audits, track performance, write content that’s fully optimized for Google, the difference between white hat and black hat SEO, and much, much more. The WordStream blog is your home for all things SEO this year.


4 Ways to Optimize for Zero-Click Searches

Go from zero to hero with this guide to optimizing for zero-click searches.

Goran Mirkovic
March 11, 2025
SEO

Topic Clusters for Local SEO: Types, Tips & Examples

Topic clusters can help local businesses build credibility and authority--along with a stronger online presence.

Tom Demers
February 21, 2025
SEO

The 8 SEO Trends That Will Shape Search in 2025

SEO is thriving in 2025 and these trends will help you stay on top.

Rob Glover
January 7, 2025
SEO

7 Ways SEO Evolved in 2024 (+What It Means for Your 2025 Strategy)

Here are the top ways SEO evolved throughout 2024 and how you can navigate these changes for better results in 2025.

Tom Demers
December 9, 2024
SEO

Google’s August Core Update: Everything We Know (+What to Do Next)

Here's what you need to know in the aftermath of Google's August core update--plus tips to save your site.

Tom Demers
October 3, 2024
SEO

7 Outdated SEO Tactics to Stop Doing NOW

Avoid these outdated SEO tactics to keep your website on Google's good side.

Gordon Donnelly
August 21, 2024
SEO

Is SEO Dead? Not Local SEO! + How to Do It Right

Despite the recent updates, changes, and craziness with Google and the SERPs, there's one piece of the puzzle that's largely unfazed: local SEO.

Tom Demers
July 25, 2024
SEO

Which SEO Tactics Work Post-HCU? 6 Pros Share Their Favorites

Six SEO experts share the tactics they've used to increase organic traffic since Google's Helpful Core Update.

Rob Glover
July 22, 2024
SEO

13 Surprising Platforms Competing with Google (+Pros & Cons of Each)

Unlikely search contenders are coming for Google. Learn which are best for users and marketers.

Rob Glover
July 15, 2024
SEO

8 SEO Strategies that Actually Still Work in 2024

This expert shares the tried-and-true SEO strategies that are still working now.

Tom Demers
July 10, 2024
SEO

How to Write SEO Headlines That Rank & Get Clicked

Your SEO headline, or meta title, can make or break the success of your page or blog post. Here's how to write one that works.

Gordon Donnelly
June 25, 2024
SEO

The Top 10 Google Ranking Factors for 2024 (+How to Optimize for Them)

Learn what really matters to Google when ranking your site—and how to optimize for it.

Kristen McCormick
May 20, 2024
SEO

20 Best SEO Tools in 2025 (For Every Use Case)

Find the perfect SEO tool for your business from this detailed list.

Rob Glover
April 19, 2024
SEO

Google Algorithm Mayhem: 6 Experts Weigh In on Recent Changes

Find out how the latest Google core algorithm updates might impact your business and what you can do to prepare, according to the experts.

6 Common SEO Issues & How to Solve Them

Don't let SEO issues throttle your traffic. Read here how to solve them instead.

Kristen McCormick
February 14, 2024
SEO

12 Biggest SEO Trends to Watch in 2024

What SEO trends can you expect this year? One expert breaks down everything you need to know.

Manick Bhan
January 16, 2024
SEO

How to Do a Full Backlink Audit In 30 Minutes (or Less!)

Get tips and tools to do a backlink audit for your website fast--complete with step-by-step instructions and why backlink audits are important.

Kristen McCormick
December 27, 2023
SEO

SEO vs. SEM: What’s the Difference? (+Which Works Best)

SEM and SEO can be confusing. Read here to learn the difference between them and get tips to drive more traffic from search engines.

SEO Automation: 5 Tasks to Automate for Better Results (+Tools to Try)

Find out which SEO tasks you should automate--and which you should avoid.

6 Ways to Use ChatGPT for SEO That Won’t Kill Your Rank

Find out how to use ChatGPT for SEO (responsibly) and what you need to consider before you do.

Your Deep, Easy Guide to Deep Linking (+Why It Matters for SEO)

What is deep linking, how does it impact your SEO, and how do you do it right? We're going deep.

Gordon Donnelly
August 21, 2023
SEO

The Quick & Easy Guide to Organic Traffic (+5 Tips to Drive More Fast)

Investing in organic traffic can propel your business growth long-term. Find out what it is, how to drive it, and why it's so important.

Gordon Donnelly
August 3, 2023
SEO

Google’s E-E-A-T: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Google's E-E-A-T is an important concept to understand for SEO. This guide breaks E-E-A-T down and gives you practical tips for meeting Google's quality standards.

Gordon Donnelly
July 14, 2023
SEO

How to Use HARO for Backlinks & PR (with a Free Pitch Template)

Use these tools, templates, and tips to connect with journalists, get backlinks, and land some media coverage!

The Top 12 SEO Trends to Optimize for in 2023

Ready to rank higher and generate more traffic? EEAT your heart out.

Manick Bhan
January 5, 2023
SEO

5 Ways to Use Google Data Studio to Improve Your SEO

Analyze and improve your traffic, conversion rates, backlinks, and more.

Guest Author
November 18, 2022
SEO