SEO Elements

Complete Directory

Every element of SEO matters. Explore our comprehensive guide to all SEO components that impact your search rankings, from on-page optimisation to technical SEO, mobile SEO, and beyond.

How to Use This Directory

This directory provides a comprehensive overview of all SEO elements that can impact your search rankings. Each element has its own dedicated page with detailed information about:

  • What it is: Clear explanations of each SEO element
  • Why it matters: How each element impacts your search rankings
  • How it works: Technical details and implementation guidance
  • Best practices: Proven strategies for optimisation
  • Related elements: See how different SEO elements work together

All SEO Elements Organised by Category

Click on any element to learn more about how it works, why it matters for SEO, and best practices for implementation.

On-Page SEO

On-page SEO focuses on optimising individual web pages to rank higher and earn more relevant traffic. These elements are directly within your control.

Meta descriptions

Meta descriptions are HTML attributes that provide concise summaries of web page content, appearing in search engine results pages (SERPs) below the title tag.

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Natural keyword placement

Natural keyword placement involves strategically incorporating target keywords into your content in a way that feels organic and user-friendly, avoiding keyword stuffing.

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Keyword density

Keyword density refers to the percentage of times a keyword appears on a webpage relative to the total word count, helping search engines understand page relevance.

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Title and heading tags

Title tags (H1) and heading tags (H2, H3, etc.) structure your content hierarchically, helping both users and search engines understand your page organisation and key topics.

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Page content

Page content is the actual text, images, and media on your webpage that provides value to users and signals relevance to search engines through quality, depth, and keyword usage.

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Internal linking

Internal linking connects pages within your website, helping distribute page authority, improving user navigation, and helping search engines discover and index your content.

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Technical SEO

Technical SEO ensures search engines can crawl, index, and understand your website. It's the foundation that everything else builds upon.

Site navigation

Site navigation is the structure and menu system that helps users and search engines understand your website organisation and find relevant pages efficiently.

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URL structure

URL structure refers to how your website URLs are organised and formatted, with clean, descriptive URLs improving both user experience and search engine understanding.

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Server configuration/performance

Server configuration and performance involves optimising your web server settings, hosting infrastructure, and response times to ensure fast, reliable website delivery.

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CDNs

Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) distribute your website content across multiple global servers, reducing load times and improving performance for users worldwide.

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XML site maps

XML sitemaps are files that list all pages on your website, helping search engines discover, crawl, and index your content more efficiently.

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Robots.txt

Robots.txt is a file that tells search engine crawlers which pages they can and cannot access on your website, controlling how your site is crawled and indexed.

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Page load speed

Page load speed measures how quickly your website pages load for users, with faster speeds improving user experience and search engine rankings.

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Mobile SEO

Mobile SEO optimises your website for mobile devices. With mobile-first indexing, these elements are crucial for ranking well.

Mobile page load speed

Mobile page load speed specifically measures how quickly your website loads on mobile devices, which is critical since Google uses mobile-first indexing.

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Responsive page design

Responsive page design ensures your website adapts seamlessly to different screen sizes and devices, providing optimal user experience across all platforms.

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Ease of use on a mobile device

Mobile usability focuses on ensuring your website is easy to navigate, read, and interact with on mobile devices, improving both user experience and search rankings.

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AMP (accelerated mobile pages) where necessary

Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) is a framework that creates ultra-fast-loading mobile web pages, improving mobile user experience and potentially boosting search visibility.

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Local SEO

Local SEO helps your business appear in local search results and Google Maps. Essential for businesses serving specific geographic areas.

On-page SEO for a specific geographical area

Geographical on-page SEO involves optimising your website content with location-specific keywords and information to rank for local search queries.

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Geographical content creation

Geographical content creation involves developing location-specific pages and content that target local search queries and demonstrate your business relevance to specific areas.

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Metadata optimised for location

Location-optimised metadata includes title tags, meta descriptions, and other HTML elements that incorporate geographical keywords to improve local search visibility.

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Local link building

Local link building involves acquiring backlinks from local websites, directories, and businesses to improve your local search rankings and online authority.

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Google My Business

Google My Business (now Google Business Profile) is a free tool that helps businesses manage their online presence across Google, including Search and Maps.

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Off-Page SEO

Off-page SEO involves activities outside your website that impact your rankings, such as backlinks, social signals, and brand mentions.

Video content creation

Video content creation involves producing engaging video content for platforms like YouTube, which can drive traffic, build backlinks, and improve overall SEO performance.

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Social media engagement

Social media engagement involves actively participating on social platforms to build brand awareness, drive traffic, and create signals that can indirectly benefit SEO.

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Guest blogs

Guest blogging involves writing and publishing articles on other websites to build authority, earn backlinks, and expand your online presence.

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Genuine partnerships

Genuine partnerships involve building authentic relationships with other businesses and websites to earn natural backlinks and collaborative opportunities.

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Expert advice and opinions

Sharing expert advice and opinions through content, interviews, and thought leadership helps establish authority and earn natural mentions and backlinks.

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Content SEO

Content SEO focuses on creating high-quality, valuable content that answers user questions and earns engagement.

Reviewing competitor webpages

Reviewing competitor webpages involves analysing what content your competitors rank for, identifying gaps, and creating superior content to outrank them.

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Answering every question your readers may have

Creating comprehensive content that answers all potential reader questions helps establish authority, improve user experience, and rank for long-tail keywords.

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Well-written, easy-to-read and understand text

Well-written, readable content improves user engagement, reduces bounce rates, and signals quality to search engines, all of which benefit SEO performance.

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Go the extra mile

Going the extra mile in content creation means providing exceptional value, depth, and quality that exceeds competitor content and user expectations.

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Conversion Rate Optimisation

Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) improves how well your SEO traffic converts into customers, maximising the value of your organic traffic.

Using analytics to track conversion rates

Using analytics to track conversion rates involves monitoring user behaviour and conversion metrics to identify optimisation opportunities and measure SEO ROI.

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Testing different CTAs (A/B testing)

A/B testing different calls-to-action (CTAs) helps identify which messaging, design, and placement most effectively convert visitors into customers.

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Visitor exit page monitoring

Visitor exit page monitoring involves analysing which pages users leave from, identifying issues, and optimising those pages to reduce bounce rates and improve conversions.

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