One Site, Two Goals: Harmonizing Human Experience and Search Engine Optimization
So, you've got a website, and you want people to actually enjoy using it, right? But then there's also the whole search engine thing – you want Google and its buddies to find you. It sounds simple, but these two goals, making users happy and making search engines happy, can sometimes feel like they're pulling in opposite directions. It's like trying to be in two places at once. This article is all about figuring out how to make both your human visitors and those all-seeing search bots feel like they're getting what they need, without you pulling your hair out. Key Takeaways Users and search engines often have different priorities, which can create conflicts in website design and content. Finding common ground means focusing on what both users and search engines want: valuable, engaging content and easy site navigation. Good design practices, like using clear code and making sites work well on phones, help both people and search engines. Content should be writt...