By: Musfiqur Rahman
Now, let's dive into the exclusive 15 lesser-known, hidden, and surprising facts about SEO that will leave users awestruck:
Google receives over 70% of all search engine traffic globally, making it the dominant force in SEO.
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The first organic search result on Google gets 10 times more clicks than the tenth result.
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Websites that load within two seconds have a significantly lower bounce rate, improving their chances of ranking higher.
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Long-tail keywords, consisting of three or more words, account for 70% of all search queries.
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Backlinks from authoritative websites have a profound impact on search engine rankings.
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Voice search is rapidly gaining popularity, with 40% of adults using voice search at least once daily.
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Mobile optimization is essential, as over 60% of searches now come from mobile devices.
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Including videos on your website can increase organic traffic by 157%.
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Websites with SSL certificates (HTTPS) are more likely to rank higher due to improved security.
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Content with a word count of 2,000 or more tends to perform better in search engine rankings.
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Google takes into account the page loading speed as a ranking factor, affecting user experience.
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Social media signals, such as shares and likes, can indirectly impact SEO by increasing brand visibility and website traffic.
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User experience metrics, such as time spent on site and bounce rate, play a crucial role in search engine rankings.
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Structured data markup, such as schema.org, can enhance the appearance of your website in search engine results.
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Regularly updating and republishing old blog posts can boost their visibility and organic traffic.
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