How can I get my website found in search engines?

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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

41,976 Points

Posted 6 years ago

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6 years ago

Family Priorities7367

612 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
How long after publishing site should i be able to find site in a search?.

2013-08-19T18:03:22+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

It will really depend on the method that you use to submit your site to the Search Engines. If you follow the steps above and submit to Google, or Being the free way, it could take anywhere from a few days to a couple weeks.

Mike

2013-10-27T23:32:55+00:00

Frederick7542

100 Points

i dont buy that answer at all Google uses methods that drop out of ranking redirects and almost every homestead site is a redirect

2013-10-28T17:09:41+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

I Frederick7542, Did you need help? It's not clear who you are responding to. Also, our system isn't even set up to do domain redirects, so that is not possible, unless someone codes in some redirect code into their index page, which we don't recommend as it's poor for SEO results.

What kind of problem are you having?

Mike

2013-10-29T01:20:49+00:00

Frederick7542

100 Points

well i dont see any kind of ranking , a good example would be a site where for shot glasses with Washington dc theme I included Washington's prayer for America, been there for years I have never seen it picked up on a search once,

2013-10-29T13:58:29+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

What is the website/domain name you are referring to. I don't see any domains on your account, which is an indication that you may have a re-direct set up from another company, which we don't recommend.

Also, what page of the site would this product be on?

Mike

6 years ago

rcnjszcballard7327

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
I can't find my web site on the web after i publishing it.

I can't find my web site on web after I published it

6 years ago

scook84745

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
website is not showing up in search.

when I search for website on google it is not showing up

6 years ago

ellengrigg6442

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
My Website is Missing in Action!.

I completed my design and your message says I successfully published it. But when I type in my web address no search engine can find me. Help! Have I failed to do something or is this one big scam?

2013-09-13T23:23:56+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

This is something every new website/webmaster deals with. Just because you build and publish a site, it does not mean that it is instantly searchable by Google or any other search engine. They literally do not know your site exists until you or someone tell them. Follow the steps on this thread to get your site submitted. Then if you need more help with the optimization there are many threads on this site. Feel free to ask questions.

Mike

6 years ago

clscruz318814

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
how in the heck do I get my site on the search engines????.

so frustrated not a computer genius, so I am roughing it.

2013-09-26T15:47:11+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

This thread is a good place to start. This can be an overwhelming task if you are not familiar with all of the processes. We do offer an SEO service if you are interested in talking with an advisor, just reply here and I can arrange a callback.

Mike

5 years ago

gilreathhorseshoeing1952

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
How can I make my website more searchable?.

2013-11-26T18:32:32+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

This thread discusses some basic SEO strategies, but in reality it can be far more complex. Search engine optimization is usually the most economical way to do this, but can be very time consuming. There are quick easy ways if you want to buy pay-per-click ads, but those frequently cost more than they are worth.

If you want to discuss your options with one of our SEO advisors I can have someone give you a call.

Mike

2014-01-04T14:17:58+00:00

Terry5603

120 Points

I would like to talk to one of your SEO advisors. Can you please have them give me a call.

2014-01-04T15:13:56+00:00

Drew N, Community Manager

262,450 Points

Absolutely. The consultants work Monday-Friday. What is a good day and approximate time for you? Is the phone number listed on your account the best number?

If you don't want to post a phone number here, then I can send you an email to reply to.

Thanks

Drew

5 years ago

Terry5603

120 Points

How do I get my products from my store front to show up on search engines?

Main Web Site: www.haywardbait.com
Storefront URL: http://stores.homestead.com/HaywardBa...

2013-12-14T13:28:37+00:00

Drew N, Community Manager

262,450 Points

You can get started with these 2 threads.

Google

Yahoo

Drew

2014-01-04T14:16:45+00:00

Terry5603

120 Points

Thanks for the help, but I have already submitted my website to both Google & Yahoo. I also built a site map and submitted it as well. The problem I am having is getting a refreashed or updated page to be included by Google & Yahoo. I submitted the URL, but I am still not getting the refreash I need.

Also, there are a lot of things that the search engines look for like tags that are difficult to set using homestead. Are there any changes that will be implemented that will help us rate higher in search engines?

2014-01-04T15:11:57+00:00

Drew N, Community Manager

262,450 Points

Each product has a Search Engine Optimization section on it. The meta description is important, the keywords, not as much, but you can add them. Google ignores the meta keywords in favor of looking at the content that is visible to the store's visitor to find relevant keywords. They believe that this will give the searching party more relevant results.

Does that help?

Drew

5 years ago

rebeccadixonlaw4397

122 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
Website Is Not Coming Up In Searches.

I published my website two days ago. However, no search on google has revealed my practice. I have tried broad searches such as "adoption attorneys Orlando, fl"; and I tried narrow searches including "adoption attorneys Orlando, Fl 32820". I'm on the 11th page of that search; the Coye Law Firm has appeared three times while I have yet to find my practice - Law Office of Rebecca Dixon, PLLC. The only way anyone is going to find my site is if I give the site to them and they type in that specific web address. Why is my site not coming up?

5 years ago

ltsalzman3177

90 Points

There seems to be a trend here, customers (like me) who have built a site and cannot find it on Google. I have searched for every feasible combination of words regarding my services, and for the life of me cannot find the website anywhere on Google. I am running a Google Ad Words campaign now that links my website (via Homestead)

I will give it a few weeks, if the website does not start appearing I will delete it.

2014-01-11T16:48:04+00:00

Drew N, Community Manager

262,410 Points

Google is a complicated entity. They send their bots roaming the web and looking for links to sites and report back. It can take a long time for Google to organically find you. Google Ad words is a pay per click campaign and does not help get you indexed in the organic results of Google.

It will display your ad sometimes, but not always. This is how Adwords is designed.

The organic results require different marketing tactics and time. I can have a search engine optimization consultant give you a call during the week to discuss it if you like.

Thanks

Drew

2014-01-11T19:27:50+00:00

ltsalzman3177

90 Points

I have searched for this "percussion lessons on Skype" The Homestead website (my website) does not come up. I have searched for exact phrases I use in and on my Homestead website, again the website does not come up. Actually my official website used to appear on page 4 sometimes 5 (On Google) After linking my official website via Google ad words, not only does my ad words ad appear my website now typically shows up at the top of the first page (on the general returns) In fact in Googles ad words tutorial it clearly states by having an ad words account your website will trend higher in the organic search returns...and they were right.

2014-01-11T20:03:27+00:00

Drew N, Community Manager

262,410 Points

Do you have a link to this? I can't find any indication anywhere that says this. It would also tarnish them in a way, as they have long stated that organic results are not bought, so I am curious exactly what might have changed.

Drew

5 years ago

ltsalzman3177

90 Points

Ouch, Homestead it seems you have some very bad reviews (just searched for that) What are you doing to change the negative things I have just read about?
If I would have done my research (like I normally do) I would have not built a website using your services.

2014-01-11T16:50:36+00:00

Drew N, Community Manager

262,450 Points

I am not sure what you are seeing, but we are undergoing major improvements right now to our email system and to our ecommerce platform. These migrations are very difficult and sometimes there are individuals who may lose a functionality that was important to them. Unfortunately, this is a fact of changing systems,

The majority will see far better services once migrated and we have great plans for many systems in 2014.

Drew

2014-01-11T19:21:48+00:00

ltsalzman3177

90 Points

Drew, have you read the comments your clients leave on Homesteads Facebook page? If not I suggest you do.

2014-01-11T19:34:27+00:00

Drew N, Community Manager

262,450 Points

Yes I do, and I know there are some that have been having some problems due to migrations of the 2 platforms. We are trying to help these account owners. Unfortunately due to it's public nature and our desire to protect our customer's privacy, we are unable to provide support through Facebook, as we have no way to verify the identity of the poster.

I also understand their frustration at our hold times. Again, due to the migrations, we are currently experiencing higher than normal hold times. This should subside once the migrations are completed.

Drew

5 years ago

Brenda Blanchard

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
How can my website be noticed on google even if it is just newly built?.

What advice can you give me on improving my website's chances on landing on google front page. When I search on google my website doesn't come up even if I used the keywords I utilized in my page settings?

2014-01-29T22:40:32+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

You may also find this page usefull https://community.homestead.com/homes...

5 years ago

andre1708

1,466 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
How can I get found on Google.

I have entered keywords in the Page title and Page description without success. When searching on Google, my site does not come up on the first or second page but way down in 3rd or fourth page or even further down pages. What can I do to be found on Google search?

2014-02-04T20:06:29+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

SEO can be pretty comlicated and time consuming. If you've done the basic steps here, but need something more aggressive, we do offer an SEO service. If you would like more information, give us a call, or reply here, and we'll have an SEO consultant give you a call.

Mike

5 years ago

dbssurveysinc1948

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
created wesite is not available on internet???.

I've created my website on homestead and hit the publish button but my site does not come up when I or someone else searches for it. Even if you type in the address. What am I doing wrong?

2014-02-18T21:50:33+00:00

Mike F., Alum

184,478 Points

The first think you'll really want to do is register a domain name for your site. Then promote the site with that domain. There are many things you can do but you'll want to start with the steps above.

Mike

5 years ago

5thstreetsandwichshoppe7699

82 Points

This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled
Website Not Appearing.

I have published my website, but if I try to go in through a new browser the search engine cannot find any results for my website.