SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is the practice of improving your website to increase its visibility in Google and other search engine results. The three pillars are: technical SEO (fast page speed, mobile-friendly, proper HTML structure, sitemap, schema markup), on-page SEO (relevant content, keyword targeting, internal linking, meta titles/descriptions), and off-page SEO (backlinks from other websites, social signals, brand mentions). The most impactful factors are: creating genuinely useful content that answers search queries, fast page loading, and earning links from reputable sites.
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