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I just build my website, but can't find it when I do searches in Google. How can I get my website found online?
Homestead FAQ, Employee
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Posted 7 years ago
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Hi guys
looking for a few tips if anyone can help ..is there any simple tricks to generate a bit more traffic to my site .???
my site is a few years old and has a small but steady flow of traffic and that is mainly due to whats in the content of the web page and the content of my domain name
web optimization , tags , links , meta tags , i have an understanding of all of it but what does homestead let me do on its site . can i put any codes in with key words
any help would be great on this as am a small business trying to get noticed
cheers
Garrett
dublincarpentry.com
This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
I NEED A BOOST ,,,, HELP ..........
looking for a few tips if anyone can help ..is there any simple tricks to generate a bit more traffic to my site .???
my site is a few years old and has a small but steady flow of traffic and that is mainly due to whats in the content of the web page and the content of my domain name
web optimization , tags , links , meta tags , i have an understanding of all of it but what does homestead let me do on its site . can i put any codes in with key words
any help would be great on this as am a small business trying to get noticed
cheers
Garrett
dublincarpentry.com
This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
I NEED A BOOST ,,,, HELP ..........
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Hello Garrett,
You might find the information in this topic to be helpful. For meta tags specifically, they haven't really been used in the last several years (Google Webmaster Blog on meta keywords). The main things I would recommend spending time on is the actual text that appears on your pages and your page name & description (updating your page name and description in SiteBuilder Plus).
I hope that helps and if you have any additional questions, please feel free to ask.
Sincerely,
Mindy G
Owner, World of Dice
www.worldofdice.com
You might find the information in this topic to be helpful. For meta tags specifically, they haven't really been used in the last several years (Google Webmaster Blog on meta keywords). The main things I would recommend spending time on is the actual text that appears on your pages and your page name & description (updating your page name and description in SiteBuilder Plus).
I hope that helps and if you have any additional questions, please feel free to ask.
Sincerely,
Mindy G
Owner, World of Dice
www.worldofdice.com
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If it takes too long for your site to show up on search engines I guess you can always open an account at Google Adwords or Bing Ads and pay $.05 a click to really drive traffic to your site.
Why is it no one ever says that?
Paul
Why is it no one ever says that?
Paul
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Hello Paul9963,
Great suggestion. I would just advise to make sure to take some time to research on the keywords you choose for any ads since the cost per click can vary quite a bit depending on the keywords.
Also depending on the search engine, where ads are displayed can vary quite a bit and research does show most visitors click on organic listings (ie not ads), but if you are look for fast traffic, it can be a great place to start.
I haven't personally run any ads for my online store; mostly because I sell jewelry (geeky jewelry that isn't very expensive) and having jewelry as a keyword was pretty pricey the last time I had personally looked, so I would just pay attention to what you are paying per click and your conversation rate to make sure it is a good fit and the ads are working well for you.
I hope that helps and thanks for the suggestion Paul9963.
Sincerely,
Mindy G
Owner, World of Dice
www.worldofdice.com
Great suggestion. I would just advise to make sure to take some time to research on the keywords you choose for any ads since the cost per click can vary quite a bit depending on the keywords.
Also depending on the search engine, where ads are displayed can vary quite a bit and research does show most visitors click on organic listings (ie not ads), but if you are look for fast traffic, it can be a great place to start.
I haven't personally run any ads for my online store; mostly because I sell jewelry (geeky jewelry that isn't very expensive) and having jewelry as a keyword was pretty pricey the last time I had personally looked, so I would just pay attention to what you are paying per click and your conversation rate to make sure it is a good fit and the ads are working well for you.
I hope that helps and thanks for the suggestion Paul9963.
Sincerely,
Mindy G
Owner, World of Dice
www.worldofdice.com
i HAVE A NEW WEB SITE, BUT CANT FOUND IT. NY CLIENTS TRY BUT THEY COULDN'T FOUND IT. HOW CAN I GET MY SITE IN THE TRAFFIC TO BE FOUND.
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email me if people aren't finding your website. philiphawes@yahoo.com
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I typed my website into the google search and nothing happened?
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Why can't i see my website when I put it in the google search?.
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Why can't i see my website when I put it in the google search?.
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Google has to find your website first. It doesn't know your site exists. I can help you. email me philiphawes@yahoo.com
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I just finished editing my page and looked myself in google but saw nothing with words relating what i do.
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How can I be visible?.
This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
How can I be visible?.
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Hi Angello1023,
Among the suggestions above, we do offer SEO (search engine optimization) as well as PPC (pay per click) advertising, which are paid services.
You can learn more by clicking Add-on Services > Get more customers
Hope this info helps, thanks!
Ehsan
Among the suggestions above, we do offer SEO (search engine optimization) as well as PPC (pay per click) advertising, which are paid services.
You can learn more by clicking Add-on Services > Get more customers
Hope this info helps, thanks!
Ehsan
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Scroll back up and look on the right where it says "The mood in here".
Not very good is it?This is a serious issue with Intuit and even after 5 months of using this site I can only get traffic to my page by sending a link or telling people where to go. This is no way to get exposure on the internet.
So am I supposed to name my business and call myself "google Local Upholstery Englewood, Port Charlotte, Sarasota, Venice, Florida Area, custom sewing, enclosures" etc etc etc?
I can't understand why this would not be the very first thing Intuit fixed or outlined with the videos that have everything BUT this issue. There simple is no way to submit meta tags or register anything to a search engine anywhere. It took me me 4 months to even find the page with the link on Google.
I simply give up. I'll pay someone to build my page register the domain and get a server. I need to get work and customers and this just is NOT WORKING!
got to www.stitchshifter.com because you will never find it otherwise.
Not very good is it?This is a serious issue with Intuit and even after 5 months of using this site I can only get traffic to my page by sending a link or telling people where to go. This is no way to get exposure on the internet.
So am I supposed to name my business and call myself "google Local Upholstery Englewood, Port Charlotte, Sarasota, Venice, Florida Area, custom sewing, enclosures" etc etc etc?
I can't understand why this would not be the very first thing Intuit fixed or outlined with the videos that have everything BUT this issue. There simple is no way to submit meta tags or register anything to a search engine anywhere. It took me me 4 months to even find the page with the link on Google.
I simply give up. I'll pay someone to build my page register the domain and get a server. I need to get work and customers and this just is NOT WORKING!
got to www.stitchshifter.com because you will never find it otherwise.
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This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
ok, i've designed my site what now?.
ok, i've designed my site what now?.
Mike F., Alum
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Now that your site is online, you'll want to start promoting it on the search engines. There are to good first steps you can take.
1. Get you domain registered on the major search engines. Just follow the steps in this thread.
2. Another option is to use our Weblistings. This is generally my first recommendation for new websites. You can think of the Weblisting as the new "modern day" phone book. We'll get you business listed in a large number of online directories and it will get pickup up by the search engines as well.
Let me know if you have questions.
Mike
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1. Get you domain registered on the major search engines. Just follow the steps in this thread.
2. Another option is to use our Weblistings. This is generally my first recommendation for new websites. You can think of the Weblisting as the new "modern day" phone book. We'll get you business listed in a large number of online directories and it will get pickup up by the search engines as well.
Let me know if you have questions.
Mike
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my website is not up and running i received an e-mail stating it was. i did a search typing in the web address and the site never popped up???
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can't view my website on a computer other than my own.
This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
can't view my website on a computer other than my own.
Mike F., Alum
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Hi nomorelockeddoors20131630, I double checked your website and it is indeed published and online. The issue you are experiencing is that your site is brand new and Google (as well as the other search engines), just doesn't know that your site exists. If you follow the steps in this thread it covers the basics as for getting your site found on the search engines.
This subject can get to be a little complex, so if you have more questions let us know.
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Thanks!
Mike
This subject can get to be a little complex, so if you have more questions let us know.
If this post helps, please give a "Star" and complete this survey to rate my performance
Thanks!
Mike
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This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
Website not showing up on searches.
Why is it that when I search for my company site on Yahoo, Bing and Google it doesn't come up. My domain name is www.plugintoheathcare.com and when i enter plug into healthcare on these search engines my site doesn't come up. Please help.
Thanks
Eva
Website not showing up on searches.
Why is it that when I search for my company site on Yahoo, Bing and Google it doesn't come up. My domain name is www.plugintoheathcare.com and when i enter plug into healthcare on these search engines my site doesn't come up. Please help.
Thanks
Eva
Mike F., Alum
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Hi eva9079,
Getting found on the search engines can sometimes be quite challenging. This thread is a great place to start.
If you want to take a more proactive approach and learn the baisics of SEO, we do sell an SEO ebook which is just $50. Feel free to reply if you are interested or need more guidance.
If this post helps, please give a "Star" and complete this survey to rate me.
Thanks!
Mike
Getting found on the search engines can sometimes be quite challenging. This thread is a great place to start.
If you want to take a more proactive approach and learn the baisics of SEO, we do sell an SEO ebook which is just $50. Feel free to reply if you are interested or need more guidance.
If this post helps, please give a "Star" and complete this survey to rate me.
Thanks!
Mike
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Hi:
I created my website some weeks ago but when I search for it using key words on my home page, it's still not coming up on the top. I've added Traffic Booster to my account as well and thought this would help. Please let me know what can be done to get my site on top in the search engine lists. Thanks.
I created my website some weeks ago but when I search for it using key words on my home page, it's still not coming up on the top. I've added Traffic Booster to my account as well and thought this would help. Please let me know what can be done to get my site on top in the search engine lists. Thanks.
Mike F., Alum
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The Traffic Booster will help, but you may need to do something a little more aggressive. The most effective and economical thing to do is focus on your organic SEO. I would recommend taking a look at your competitors sites. Look at the ones that are ranking at the top and see how much text and content they have. You should have at least 200-300 words per page and per the instructions above, make sure you work your most important keywords into the content. Google and the other search engines are primarily looking for content rich sites. You'll need to write content that separates your site from any other "run of the mill" business.
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Thanks!
Mike
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Thanks!
Mike
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Hi Mike,
I have already ordered traffic booster for my account with Homestead. I also purchased Web Listings in addition to the traffic booster. If you type in my web address kays pc and web design on google you can see my site as well as do this for bing. But, I am wondering how to not type all of this in and get seen on google and bing.
I have already ordered traffic booster for my account with Homestead. I also purchased Web Listings in addition to the traffic booster. If you type in my web address kays pc and web design on google you can see my site as well as do this for bing. But, I am wondering how to not type all of this in and get seen on google and bing.
Mike F., Alum
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Hi kc9658539,
Your site is still very new so it will take some time to earn a reputation on the internet. The best thing you can do is really focus on the organic SEO process as well. You have a lot of text on your site, but it's very general and which is going to make it hard to rank/compete against your competitors. You will probably want to start by learning the SEO process or actually hiring someone to do it for you. If you are interested I can have one of our consultants give you a call to discuss your business and quote you a price, or we do sell an SEO eBook (one time fee of $50), which is a great place to start.
Mike
Your site is still very new so it will take some time to earn a reputation on the internet. The best thing you can do is really focus on the organic SEO process as well. You have a lot of text on your site, but it's very general and which is going to make it hard to rank/compete against your competitors. You will probably want to start by learning the SEO process or actually hiring someone to do it for you. If you are interested I can have one of our consultants give you a call to discuss your business and quote you a price, or we do sell an SEO eBook (one time fee of $50), which is a great place to start.
Mike
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None of this works! I'm going on month 3 and our site is nowhere to be found! Something is fishy.
Mike F., Alum
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What are the keywords that you are trying to find your site with? I'll take a close look and let you know what is going on.
Mike
Mike
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Senior Care in GA, Eldercare in GA, Senior Home Care
Mike F., Alum
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Hi Margaret8083,
The only thing I can really recommend is that you either have us (or another professional) optimize the site for you. The industry that you are in, and the key words you have chosen are very competitive. For example if you do a keyword search on Google for "Senior Care in GA", you will see that there are over 77 million results. If you decide you wish to optimize the site on your own, you'll just need to start educating yourself on how the search engines work, and what you need to do to your site. SEO takes a lot of time and knowledge. If you read this 32 page guide published by Google, you will have a better understanding. https://static.googleusercontent.com/...
From a business perspective, you might reconsider the $150 SEO plan. Is the cost of not being found on the search engines greater than paying the $150 per month. What is your average customer net worth? If your site were able to get you just 2-3 customers per month, would the SEO not pay for itself?
I hope this helps.
Mike
The only thing I can really recommend is that you either have us (or another professional) optimize the site for you. The industry that you are in, and the key words you have chosen are very competitive. For example if you do a keyword search on Google for "Senior Care in GA", you will see that there are over 77 million results. If you decide you wish to optimize the site on your own, you'll just need to start educating yourself on how the search engines work, and what you need to do to your site. SEO takes a lot of time and knowledge. If you read this 32 page guide published by Google, you will have a better understanding. https://static.googleusercontent.com/...
From a business perspective, you might reconsider the $150 SEO plan. Is the cost of not being found on the search engines greater than paying the $150 per month. What is your average customer net worth? If your site were able to get you just 2-3 customers per month, would the SEO not pay for itself?
I hope this helps.
Mike
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Homestead chose those keyword when I paid them $150 month to handle it. The SEO plan was a joke so I bought a few books and I'm trying to do this myself.
Mike F., Alum
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I checked your account and I see you cancelled your SEO service after less than two months. (and were refunded). This is not nearly enough time for your website to earn a high ranking and you also would not have benefited from the ongoing link building, which is why we have you read and accept the Terms of Service and make sure our customers are aware that there is a six month minimum, and you agree to the keywords.
Feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss the details of your situation.
Mike
Feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss the details of your situation.
Mike
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i have had sites at homestead for years a t one point one of my pirate sites was number one, now google sees a redirect and offers zero coverage of sites at homestead i would like to use domains names i own to make it a direct path for search engines
Drew N, Community Manager
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It seems like you must be using a domain forward to your Homestead accounts. This is indeed a bad practice and the reason we do not offer that service on domains registered with us. What you will want to do is point the domains to us. This will eliminate the redirect caused by forwarding. Unfortunately as you have already lost the ranking you had, you will have to earn your way back up.
If you would like to speak with someone concerning marketing your site or sites, I can arrange that for you.
Thank you
Drew
If you would like to speak with someone concerning marketing your site or sites, I can arrange that for you.
Thank you
Drew
Hi Drew, I would like to speak to someone about increasing my rank for www.privateenglishclass.com Please contact me asap. I have traffic booster and weblisting and submitted my URL to google and bing. I need affirmation that all is as it should be to start climbing! Thanks.Pat
