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### 7 tips for SEO newbies
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SEO can feel overwhelming for beginners, but these tips will help you master the basics and build a strong foundation for success.
by [Amanda King](https://searchengineland.com/author/amanda-king "Posts by Amanda King")
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[Google offers QR codes to get reviews from customers](https://searchengineland.com/google-offers-qr-codes-to-get-reviews-from-customers-452966)
by [Barry Schwartz](https://searchengineland.com/author/barry-schwartz "Posts by Barry Schwartz")
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[Americans search Google 126 times per month on average: Study](https://searchengineland.com/126-google-searches-per-month-452972)
by [Danny Goodwin](https://searchengineland.com/author/danny-goodwin "Posts by Danny Goodwin")
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[Google now sees more than 5 trillion searches per year](https://searchengineland.com/google-5-trillion-searches-per-year-452928)
by [Danny Goodwin](https://searchengineland.com/author/danny-goodwin "Posts by Danny Goodwin")
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[4 ways to optimize Performance Max campaigns](https://searchengineland.com/4-ways-to-optimize-performance-max-campaigns-451885)
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[Google begins testing AI Mode while rolling out Gemini 2.0 AI Overviews](https://searchengineland.com/google-begins-testing-ai-mode-while-rolling-out-gemini-2-0-ai-overviews-452993)
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Plus, AI Overviews are now available to more searchers, including teenagers.
[Barry Schwartz](https://searchengineland.com/author/barry-schwartz "Posts by Barry Schwartz") | Mar 5, 2025 at 12:00 pm ET
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[Microsoft’s Copilot adds Showroom ads and Dynamic filters](https://searchengineland.com/microsoft-copilot-showroom-ads-dynamic-filters-453019)
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Microsoft's Copilot is introducing interactive formats that promise enhanced user engagement and personalization.
[Anu Adegbola](https://searchengineland.com/author/anu-adegbola "Posts by Anu Adegbola") | Mar 5, 2025 at 11:33 am ET
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[Why SEO often fails before it even begins](https://searchengineland.com/why-seo-fails-before-it-begins-452981)
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SEO won’t deliver results if your foundation isn’t ready. Learn what to fix first to turn traffic into real business growth.
[Jeff Collins](https://searchengineland.com/author/jeff-collins "Posts by Jeff Collins") | Mar 5, 2025 at 11:00 am ET
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[Image assets in Google Ads: Everything you need to know](https://searchengineland.com/image-assets-google-ads-452986)
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Learn all about Google Ads' image assets for search campaigns, which helps advertisers boost CTRs and stand out with responsive search ads.
[Jyll Saskin Gales](https://searchengineland.com/author/jyll-saskin-gales "Posts by Jyll Saskin Gales") | Mar 5, 2025 at 10:00 am ET
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[Top AI tools and tactics you should be using in PPC](https://searchengineland.com/top-ai-tools-tactics-ppc-452938)
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Embrace the future of PPC with these 15 AI-powered tools and tactics. Enhance your strategy, save time, and drive better ad results.
[Holly Kelly](https://searchengineland.com/author/holly-kelly "Posts by Holly Kelly") | Mar 5, 2025 at 9:00 am ET
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[12 essential paid search tips for newbies](https://searchengineland.com/paid-search-tips-newbies-452953)
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Master paid search with essential tips to question assumptions, analyze data, and optimize campaigns effectively.
[Sarah Stemen](https://searchengineland.com/author/sarah-stemen "Posts by Sarah Stemen") | Mar 5, 2025 at 8:00 am ET
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[Google Shopping unveils AI-powered fashion and beauty features](https://searchengineland.com/google-shopping-unveils-ai-powered-features-453000)
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Google's new features, including vision match and virtual try-ons, create a more interactive, personalized shopping experience for consumers.
[Anu Adegbola](https://searchengineland.com/author/anu-adegbola "Posts by Anu Adegbola") | Mar 5, 2025 at 7:00 am ET
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News
[Google is testing Creator Partnerships for YouTube Shorts ads](https://searchengineland.com/google-creator-partnerships-beta-453006)
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Google's new feature, in beta, allows advertisers to discover and promote YouTube Shorts featuring their brand, leveraging UGC.
[Anu Adegbola](https://searchengineland.com/author/anu-adegbola "Posts by Anu Adegbola") | Mar 4, 2025 at 4:03 pm ET
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News
[YouTube is revamping mid-roll ad placement](https://searchengineland.com/youtube-revamps-mid-roll-ad-placement-452973)
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YouTube's change is meant to improve viewer experience and boost creator revenue by optimizing ad breaks at natural transition points.
[Anu Adegbola](https://searchengineland.com/author/anu-adegbola "Posts by Anu Adegbola") | Mar 4, 2025 at 10:55 am ET
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[Americans search Google 126 times per month on average: Study](https://searchengineland.com/126-google-searches-per-month-452972)
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A day after Google revealed it sees more than 5 trillion searches per year, new study gives insights on how often Americans use Google Search.
[Danny Goodwin](https://searchengineland.com/author/danny-goodwin "Posts by Danny Goodwin") | Mar 4, 2025 at 10:16 am ET
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[7 tips for SEO newbies](https://searchengineland.com/tips-seo-newbies-452908)
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SEO can feel overwhelming for beginners, but these tips will help you master the basics and build a strong foundation for success.
[Amanda King](https://searchengineland.com/author/amanda-king "Posts by Amanda King") | Mar 4, 2025 at 10:00 am ET
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[Google offers QR codes to get reviews from customers](https://searchengineland.com/google-offers-qr-codes-to-get-reviews-from-customers-452966)
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You can share the QR code with your customers in your marketing materials or hang it in your store to help them leave you a review.
[Barry Schwartz](https://searchengineland.com/author/barry-schwartz "Posts by Barry Schwartz") | Mar 4, 2025 at 9:20 am ET
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[Pinterest SEO: Your guide to brand discovery](https://searchengineland.com/pinterest-seo-your-guide-to-brand-discovery-452920)
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Pinterest isn’t just social – it’s a search powerhouse. Here's how to get discovered by high-intent users searching Pinterest for inspiration.
[Ashley Liddell](https://searchengineland.com/author/ashley-liddell "Posts by Ashley Liddell") | Mar 4, 2025 at 9:00 am ET
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[How to get better results from Meta ads with vertical video formats](https://searchengineland.com/meta-ads-vertical-video-formats-452902)
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Tactics for using 9:16 Reels and 4:5 in-feed video ads, optimizing safe zones, and using creative variations to drive better engagement.
[Cory Henke](https://searchengineland.com/author/cory-henke "Posts by Cory Henke") | Mar 4, 2025 at 8:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-ai-consumer-journeys-452930)
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News
[Google VP of Ads bets on AI to transform ads into tailored consumer journeys](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-ai-consumer-journeys-452930)
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Google outlines how AI is transforming advertising as they enable more personalized content delivery across YouTube and AI-powered Search.
[Anu Adegbola](https://searchengineland.com/author/anu-adegbola "Posts by Anu Adegbola") | Mar 3, 2025 at 4:28 pm ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-5-trillion-searches-per-year-452928)
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[Google now sees more than 5 trillion searches per year](https://searchengineland.com/google-5-trillion-searches-per-year-452928)
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We still don't know exactly how many more than 5 trillion queries Google processes annually. Google last claimed at least 2 trillion in 2016.
[Danny Goodwin](https://searchengineland.com/author/danny-goodwin "Posts by Danny Goodwin") | Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 pm ET
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[Google expands Vehicle ads to include RVs and campers](https://searchengineland.com/google-vehicle-ads-rvs-campers-452916)
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Google expanded Vehicle ads to include RVs and campers, allowing dealerships to reach potential buyers through targeted search listings.
[Anu Adegbola](https://searchengineland.com/author/anu-adegbola "Posts by Anu Adegbola") | Mar 3, 2025 at 12:42 pm ET
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News
[Google Merchant Center renames Conversion Settings as Key Event Setup](https://searchengineland.com/google-merchant-center-conversion-settings-key-event-setup-452913)
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Google Merchant Center replacing Conversion settings with Key event setup puts it in alignment with Google Analytics 4's framework.
[Anu Adegbola](https://searchengineland.com/author/anu-adegbola "Posts by Anu Adegbola") | Mar 3, 2025 at 11:21 am ET
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Opinion
[Reddit for SMBs: A hidden SEO and engagement goldmine](https://searchengineland.com/reddit-smbs-seo-engagement-goldmine-452850)
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Reddit posts rank in Google, making it a powerful tool for SMBs looking to boost SEO, engage locally, and build brand trust.
[Celeste Gonzalez](https://searchengineland.com/author/celeste-gonzalez "Posts by Celeste Gonzalez") | Mar 3, 2025 at 10:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/seo-shortcuts-gone-wrong-452831)
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[SEO shortcuts gone wrong: How one site tanked – and what you can learn](https://searchengineland.com/seo-shortcuts-gone-wrong-452831)
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Scaling SEO with AI? Beware the risks. One site’s rapid rise led to a steep crash. Here’s what went wrong and how to avoid the same fate.
[Emina Demiri-Watson](https://searchengineland.com/author/emina-demiri-watson "Posts by Emina Demiri-Watson") | Mar 3, 2025 at 9:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/how-to-craft-search-ads-that-stand-out-452827)
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Opinion
[How to craft search ads that stand out](https://searchengineland.com/how-to-craft-search-ads-that-stand-out-452827)
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Most search ads blend in – yours shouldn’t. Create campaigns that speak to your audience, boost clicks, and deliver better conversions.
[Chris Cabaniss](https://searchengineland.com/author/chris-cabaniss "Posts by Chris Cabaniss") | Mar 3, 2025 at 8:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-stop-running-for-some-advertisers-452864)
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News
[Google Ads stop running for some advertisers](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-stop-running-for-some-advertisers-452864)
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Starting March 1, some advertisers reported that their Google Ads were not serving. The issue was resolved March 3.
[Barry Schwartz](https://searchengineland.com/author/barry-schwartz "Posts by Barry Schwartz") | Mar 2, 2025 at 8:34 pm ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-opportunities-452756)
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Opinion
[Top 5 Google Ads opportunities you might be missing](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-opportunities-452756)
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Take advantage of hidden Google Ads opportunities to optimize location settings, refine campaign structures, and drive better performance.
[Mark Meyerson](https://searchengineland.com/author/mark-meyerson "Posts by Mark Meyerson") | Feb 28, 2025 at 9:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/the-shift-to-semantic-seo-what-vectors-mean-for-your-strategy-452766)
[SEO](https://searchengineland.com/library/seo)
Opinion
[The shift to semantic SEO: What vectors mean for your strategy](https://searchengineland.com/the-shift-to-semantic-seo-what-vectors-mean-for-your-strategy-452766)
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As AI transforms search, understanding vectors is key to staying visible. Here’s how to optimize your content for this new era of SEO.
[Ann Robison](https://searchengineland.com/author/ann-robison "Posts by Ann Robison") | Feb 28, 2025 at 8:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/brands-search-results-survey-452789)
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News
[59% of Americans click on brands they know in Google results: Survey](https://searchengineland.com/brands-search-results-survey-452789)
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Also, nearly half of Americans trust organic results more than paid results and Google remains the most trusted source for information.
[Danny Goodwin](https://searchengineland.com/author/danny-goodwin "Posts by Danny Goodwin") | Feb 27, 2025 at 3:09 pm ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/5-seo-content-pitfalls-that-could-be-hurting-your-traffic-452702)
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[5 SEO content pitfalls that could be hurting your traffic](https://searchengineland.com/5-seo-content-pitfalls-that-could-be-hurting-your-traffic-452702)
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Outdated SEO tactics can hurt your traffic more than help. Focus on what matters: user experience, quality content, and smart optimization.
[Adam Riemer](https://searchengineland.com/author/adam-riemer "Posts by Adam Riemer") | Feb 27, 2025 at 10:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/bigquery-ml-targeting-bidding-roi-google-ads-452686)
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Opinion
[How BigQuery ML unlocks better targeting, bidding, ROI in Google Ads](https://searchengineland.com/bigquery-ml-targeting-bidding-roi-google-ads-452686)
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Hidden in your Google Ads data is the key to better ROI. BigQuery ML reveals patterns, predicts success, and helps you spend smarter.
[Jason Tabeling](https://searchengineland.com/author/jason-tabeling "Posts by Jason Tabeling") | Feb 27, 2025 at 9:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-srun-different-auctions-for-each-ad-location-452749)
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News
[Google Ads run different auctions for each ad location](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-srun-different-auctions-for-each-ad-location-452749)
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An update was made to the Google document on how the Google Ads auction works.
[Barry Schwartz](https://searchengineland.com/author/barry-schwartz "Posts by Barry Schwartz") | Feb 27, 2025 at 8:03 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/branded-search-seo-452676)
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Opinion
[Branded search and SEO: What you need to know](https://searchengineland.com/branded-search-seo-452676)
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Branded search is more than just your company name on Google. Here's how to capture intent and rank for the queries that matter.
[Dan Taylor](https://searchengineland.com/author/dan-taylor "Posts by Dan Taylor") | Feb 27, 2025 at 8:00 am ET
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Opinion
[The future of ecommerce search: Insights from 200+ retailers](https://searchengineland.com/the-future-of-ecommerce-search-insights-from-200-retailers-452709)
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This report reveals how AI-driven search is transforming ecommerce and turning more searches into sales.
[Digital Marketing Depot](https://searchengineland.com/author/digital-marketing-depot "Posts by Digital Marketing Depot") | Feb 26, 2025 at 4:18 pm ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-api-v19-just-released-with-new-features-452708)
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News
[Google Ads API v19 just released with new features](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-api-v19-just-released-with-new-features-452708)
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Version 19 adds new access and controls to software developers and those who integrate with the API.
[Barry Schwartz](https://searchengineland.com/author/barry-schwartz "Posts by Barry Schwartz") | Feb 26, 2025 at 3:32 pm ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-search-less-useful-survey-452700)
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News
[Survey: 42% of people say Google Search is becoming less useful](https://searchengineland.com/google-search-less-useful-survey-452700)
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More than half of respondents also said they rely on their community for information rather than Google or other search engines.
[Danny Goodwin](https://searchengineland.com/author/danny-goodwin "Posts by Danny Goodwin") | Feb 26, 2025 at 11:19 am ET
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Opinion
[When and how to use knowledge graphs and entities for SEO](https://searchengineland.com/knowledge-graphs-entities-seo-when-how-452584)
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Learn when using entity-based SEO strategies can give you an edge – and how to implement them without wasting effort.
[Paul DeMott](https://searchengineland.com/author/paul-demott "Posts by Paul DeMott") | Feb 26, 2025 at 11:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-brand-settings-452578)
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News
[Google Ads brand settings: What you need to know about inclusion & exclusion](https://searchengineland.com/google-ads-brand-settings-452578)
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Want to fine-tune your Google Ads targeting? Learn how brand inclusion and exclusion can help you control which searches trigger your ads.
[Jyll Saskin Gales](https://searchengineland.com/author/jyll-saskin-gales "Posts by Jyll Saskin Gales") | Feb 26, 2025 at 10:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/linkedin-ads-mistakes-452575)
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Opinion
[5 LinkedIn Ads mistakes that could be hurting your campaigns](https://searchengineland.com/linkedin-ads-mistakes-452575)
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Are your LinkedIn Ads underperforming? You might be making these errors. Fix your targeting, ad formats, and measurement for better ROI.
[Andrea Cruz](https://searchengineland.com/author/andrea-cruz "Posts by Andrea Cruz") | Feb 26, 2025 at 9:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-local-service-ads-now-uses-your-booking-links-from-business-profiles-452698)
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News
[Google Local Service Ads now uses your booking links from Business Profiles](https://searchengineland.com/google-local-service-ads-now-uses-your-booking-links-from-business-profiles-452698)
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Make sure you opt out, if you do not want to pay for booking link leads - because Google has opted you in.
[Barry Schwartz](https://searchengineland.com/author/barry-schwartz "Posts by Barry Schwartz") | Feb 26, 2025 at 8:24 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/seo-defense-declining-organic-traffic-452569)
[SEO](https://searchengineland.com/library/seo)
Opinion
[Why SEO is your best defense against declining organic traffic](https://searchengineland.com/seo-defense-declining-organic-traffic-452569)
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SEO is more than just growth. Here's how it helps safeguard your traffic and prevent organic decline before it starts.
[Rob Tindula](https://searchengineland.com/author/rob-tindula "Posts by Rob Tindula") | Feb 26, 2025 at 8:00 am ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/google-ai-overviews-harms-webpages-study-452605)
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News
[Not appearing in Google AI Overviews significantly harms webpages: Study](https://searchengineland.com/google-ai-overviews-harms-webpages-study-452605)
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Pages that get featured in Google’s AI Overviews benefit from more traffic, while those excluded lose clicks, a new study finds.
[Danny Goodwin](https://searchengineland.com/author/danny-goodwin "Posts by Danny Goodwin") | Feb 25, 2025 at 2:44 pm ET
[](https://searchengineland.com/web-crawlers-guide-452505)
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Opinion
[A guide to web crawlers: What you need to know](https://searchengineland.com/web-crawlers-guide-452505)
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Your website is being crawled right now. Find out which bots are helping your SEO, which ones are hurting it, and how to take control.
[James Allen](https://searchengineland.com/author/james-allen "Posts by James Allen") | Feb 25, 2025 at 10:00 am ET
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Opinion
[PPC budgeting in 2025: When to adjust, scale, and optimize with data](https://searchengineland.com/ppc-budgeting-adjust-scale-optimize-data-452493)
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Balance automation and control in PPC budgeting. Learn when to scale, adjust, and optimize your ad spend for maximum ROI in 2025.
[Ameet Khabra](https://searchengineland.com/author/ameet-khabra "Posts by Ameet Khabra") | Feb 25, 2025 at 9:00 am ET
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