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99 SEO Terms Explained - Part 9
Welcome to the ninth installment of our 99 SEO Terms Explained series, where we continue breaking down essential SEO terminology. This part covers 10 critical terms that play a vital role in optimizing your website and understanding how search engines interact with it.
81. Crawl Depth
Crawl depth refers to the number of levels or clicks a search engine bot must traverse to reach a specific page on a website. It's a measure of how deeply nested a page is within the site's hierarchy. Pages closer to the homepage (lower crawl depth) are typically crawled and indexed more frequently than those buried several levels deep.
82. HTTP/HTTPS
HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) is the foundation of data communication on the web, facilitating the transfer of information between servers and browsers. HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure) is the secure version of HTTP, using encryption (via SSL/TLS certificates) to protect data integrity and confidentiality during transmission.
83. Rankings
Rankings refer to the position of a website or webpage on a search engine results page (SERP) for a specific query. Higher rankings indicate better visibility, often leading to increased traffic. Rankings are determined by multiple factors, including relevance, content quality, backlinks, and user engagement metrics.
84. URL (Uniform Resource Locator)
A URL is the web address that specifies the location of a resource on the internet. It includes elements such as the protocol (HTTP/HTTPS), domain name, and path to a specific page. A well-structured and descriptive URL can improve user experience and search engine understanding of the content.
85. CTR (Click-Through Rate)
CTR is the percentage of users who click on a link or search result out of the total number of impressions it receives. It is calculated as:
CTR = (Clicks ÷ Impressions) × 100
High CTR indicates that a search result or ad is compelling and relevant to users.
86. Impressions
Impressions represent the number of times a webpage, ad, or search result is displayed to users. It does not account for whether users interacted with the result; instead, it measures visibility on search engine results pages or other platforms.
87. Redirect
A redirect is a method used to send users and search engines from one URL to another. Common types of redirects include 301 (permanent) and 302 (temporary). Redirects are often used to consolidate content, fix broken links, or manage changes in site structure.
88. User Experience (UX)
User Experience (UX) encompasses all aspects of a user's interaction with a website, including navigation, design, speed, and content. Positive UX improves engagement, retention, and conversions, often contributing to better SEO performance.
89. CTA (Call to Action)
A CTA is a prompt encouraging user to take a specific action, such as clicking a button, filling out a form, or purchasing a product. CTAs are essential for guiding user behavior and driving conversions on websites or landing pages.
90. Indexed Pages
Indexed pages are webpages that a search engine has crawled, analyzed, and included in its database. These pages are eligible to appear in search results for relevant queries. Pages not indexed may not appear in SERPs, limiting their visibility to users.
Stay tuned for more SEO insights in our next installment of the 99 SEO Terms Explained series! Each part equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions about your website's optimization and performance.
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