Google’s John Mueller said that with some Google search algorithm updates, it is like when you plant seeds in your garden.

Google has once again updated the relatively new documentation around Site Names in Google Search, this time to clarify that www and m-dot prefixes for domain names are generally considered root domain names for Site Names in Google Search.

Google has updated the JSON files with the list of IP addresses Googlebot.

Matt Casady spotted that Google added a new vertical to Local Service Ads. Google now allows dental practices and dentists to buy ads on Google Local Service Ads.

Many great articles have exposed the seedy underbelly of Local Services Ads spam and fake reviews. There’s one on Search Engine Roundtable regarding fake reviews and another on Search Engine Land where Len Raleigh talked about location spam, reviews, names and ads .

If you’ve racked up awards or accolades for your business, you’re not wrong in wanting to show them off. Your achievements signify you’re doing a few things right, so why wouldn’t you display them on your website? The key is to ensure you don’t look too company-focused or braggy – after all, a cardinal sin of content is using too much “I” or “we” language and forgetting to talk to your audience with “you” language.

Learn everything you need to know to create a compelling Contact Us page and browse through over 40 examples to spark inspiration. The post Contact Us Page Examples: 44 Designs For Inspiration appeared first on Search Engine Journal .

2023 is going to be a wild year in search. Look back at the past year and prepare accordingly with this SEM guide

Learn what FAQ schema is and how you can use it to improve your website’s presence in Google search results. The post FAQ Schema: A Guide For Beginners appeared first on Search Engine Journal