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Content priorities for search engines:

• Site title
• SEO titles
• Page titles
• Blog post titles

Key optimization strategies:

Titles and Headers

• Set distinct SEO titles and navigation titles for each page
• Use header formatting (H1, H2, etc.) to organize content hierarchically
• Include relevant keywords naturally in titles and headers

Content Optimization

• Add strategic keywords that match user search terms
• Include alt text for all images
• Use tags and categories to organize content
• Maintain a regularly updated blog with relevant content
• Structure blog posts with proper header formatting

Technical Optimization

• Reduce page load times for better rankings
• Ensure SSL is active (https)
• Include physical location for local SEO
• Add clear, concise site and page descriptions

Site descriptions should be:

• Brief
• Relevant
• Easy to read
• Appealing to visitors

For additional help:

• Attend SEO webinars
• Consult the Squarespace Forum
• Consider hiring a verified SEO expert

Note: SEO results cannot be guaranteed as search engine technology constantly evolves and marketing needs vary by business.

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