Basic SEO Guidelines

[AWS]

Here’s a simple SEO guideline for newbies to help you get started:

 

1. Understand SEO Basics

• What is SEO?: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the practice of optimizing your website to rank higher in search engine results.
  
• Importance: Higher rankings lead to more visibility and traffic.
  

2. Keyword Research

• Identify Keywords: Use tools like Google Keyword Planner, Ubersuggest, or SEMrush to find relevant keywords for your niche.
  
• Long-Tail Keywords: Focus on specific phrases that are less competitive but more targeted.
  

3. On-Page SEO

• Title Tags: Include your primary keyword in the title tag.
  
• Meta Descriptions: Write compelling meta descriptions that include keywords.
  
• Headings: Use H1 for the main title and H2, H3 for subheadings, incorporating keywords naturally.
  
• Content Quality: Create valuable, informative, and engaging content that answers users' queries.
  

4. URL Structure

• Clean URLs: Use simple, readable URLs that include keywords.
  
• Avoid Special Characters: Stick to hyphens instead of underscores.
  

5. Mobile Optimization

• Responsive Design: Ensure your website is mobile-friendly, as Google prioritizes mobile-first indexing.
  

6. Site Speed

• Optimize Loading Times: Use tools like Google PageSpeed Insights to analyze and improve site speed.
  

7. Internal Linking

• Link to Relevant Content: Use internal links to connect related articles, helping both users and search engines navigate your site.
  

8. Image Optimization

• Alt Text: Use descriptive alt text for images, including relevant keywords.
  
• File Size: Compress images to improve loading speed.
  

9. Backlink Building

• Quality Over Quantity: Focus on earning links from reputable sites in your niche.
  
• Guest Blogging: Write guest posts on relevant blogs to build backlinks.
  

10. Monitor and Adjust

• Use Analytics: Track your website's performance with Google Analytics and Search Console.
  
• Adjust Strategies: Regularly review your SEO strategies based on performance data.
  

11. Stay Updated

• Follow SEO Trends: SEO is constantly evolving, so keep learning about new trends and algorithm updates.
  

By following these guidelines, you can lay a strong foundation for your SEO efforts.

[Cpvr]

Great article!

I’d like to add that a good way to build backlinks is by promoting on Reddit on subreddits that allow you to do so. 
such as:

r/SaaSSales
r/SaaSMarketing
r/zerotosaas
r/TestMyApp
r/startups\_promotion
r/startup\_resources
r/Startup\_Ideas
r/SideProject
r/SaaSroasting
r/newproducts
r/microsaas
r/micro\_saas
r/indiehackers
r/indiebiz
r/IMadeThis
r/SaaS
r/webdev
r/hwstartups
r/smallbusiness
r/promotereddit
r/freepromote
r/Business\_Ideas
r/Entrepreneur
r/startups
r/roastmystartup

https://www.reddit.com/r/Entrepreneur/s/BkeyCk5Emi

r/StartupLaunches/

You can also build backlinks by adding your forum to directories that offer them as well.

 

 

Edited October 20 by Cpvr

[Shawn]

I'd just be careful posting your forum to websites that aren't really relevant to your niche.

I feel like posting forums on forums is one thing, but directories and boards that are meant for promotional items only might be bad for ranking.

I know Google has said time and time again that it's not a fan of directories being used for backlinks.

[Immortal]

The first step of doing SEO starts from choosing a keyword rich domain. Secondly, you need to build search engine optimized content. Content is king so you should focus on good quality content.

[Exoticdreamer]

On 10/29/2024 at 3:39 AM, Shawn said:

I'd just be careful posting your forum to websites that aren't really relevant to your niche.

I feel like posting forums on forums is one thing, but directories and boards that are meant for promotional items only might be bad for ranking.

I know Google has said time and time again that it's not a fan of directories being used for backlinks.

If I remember correctly, SEO Journal said this is because directories do not have a defined niche because they post all kinds of content and websites. Because of this, it is difficult to see how a backlink could be targeted and relevant to the website it is pointing to if the linking website posts numerous kinds of content and links to websites in numerous niches.

[Cpvr]

On 10/28/2024 at 7:39 PM, Shawn said:

I'd just be careful posting your forum to websites that aren't really relevant to your niche.

I feel like posting forums on forums is one thing, but directories and boards that are meant for promotional items only might be bad for ranking.

I know Google has said time and time again that it's not a fan of directories being used for backlinks.

I agree. The key is to submit your forum to directories that are relevant to your niche, so you can reap the benefits.

That’s the best type of backlink to obtain.