SEO basics
The basics, in plain English.
The building blocks of local search, so you know what each part of the work is and why it is there.
01
- Keywords
- The words and phrases customers type when they look for a service like yours.
- Why it matters: Your pages should use the language your customers actually use.
02
- On-page SEO
- The titles, headings, copy and links on each page of your website.
- Why it matters: It tells people and search engines what each page is about.
03
- Technical SEO
- How quickly your site loads, how it works on phones and whether search engines can read every page.
- Why it matters: Good content needs a site that works properly.
04
- Google Business Profile
- Your free business listing in Google Search and Maps, with services, hours, photos and reviews.
- Why it matters: It is often the first thing a local customer sees.
05
- Local citations
- Listings of your business name, address and phone number on other websites and directories.
- Why it matters: Consistent details help Google trust that your business is real and local.
06
- Reviews
- Genuine feedback from customers on Google and other platforms.
- Why it matters: They help people choose, and they contribute to how established your business appears.