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          easyjobber last edited by

          Do you know any good tips to reduce spam and if spams have an on google ranking?

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          • Nesli12
            Nesli12 last edited by

            Facing the same issue. My website is almost new, and after completing its on-page SEO, I started its off-page SEO recently. Everything is going well; its DA/DR is increasing, and the spam score was zero. But suddenly its DA drops, and the spam score increases. I am actually unable to understand the reasons...

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            • hammadkhan555
              hammadkhan555 last edited by

              @easyjobber said in Spam on Google SEO:

              Do you know any good tips to reduce spam and if spams have an on google ranking?

              Use email verification put CAPTCHA into place keep an eye on user-generated content, and limit spam. Spam can hurt your Google rating instead focus on high quality content stay away from cluttering your site with keywords, and disavow any bad backlinks. Being an SEO Agency we always recommend to preserve SEO integrity evaluate and optimize your website on a regular basis.

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              • mike557
                mike557 last edited by

                You need to get quality links from other websites and disavow all those backlinks having high spam score.

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                • mike557
                  mike557 last edited by

                  I have a website for my movers company It is totally fresh, but why its spam score increasing any body guide?

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                  • SakshiGupta01
                    SakshiGupta01 last edited by

                    My website - The Wisdomnest

                    Got hit by 7% spam score I also submitted the disavow file can you please tell me how much time Google will take to remove the spam score.

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                    • ajbuy
                      ajbuy @easyjobber last edited by

                      @easyjobber
                      If you're looking to improve your website's Google ranking while minimizing spam, here are some tips to consider:

                      High-Quality Content: Create high-quality, relevant, and informative content that genuinely serves your target audience. Google's algorithms prioritize content that provides value to users.

                      Keyword Optimization: Use relevant keywords naturally in your content, title tags, meta descriptions, and headers. Avoid keyword stuffing, which can be seen as spammy.

                      Mobile Optimization: Ensure your website is mobile-friendly, as Google gives preference to mobile-responsive websites in its rankings.

                      Page Speed: Improve your website's loading speed. Slow-loading websites can result in a poor user experience and lower rankings.

                      User Experience (UX): Focus on delivering a great user experience. Easy navigation, clear calls-to-action, and a clean design can improve user satisfaction, which can positively affect your ranking.

                      Quality Backlinks: Build high-quality, natural backlinks from reputable websites. Avoid spammy or low-quality link-building tactics, as they can harm your rankings.

                      Remember that improving your Google ranking is an ongoing process, and it may take time to see significant results. I apply all these techniques on my website to avoid any spam thing. Always focus on providing a valuable and user-friendly experience, and avoid any spammy tactics that could harm your ranking in the long run.

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                      • Softcrust2211
                        Softcrust2211 @easyjobber last edited by

                        @easyjobber Yes, there are effective tips to reduce spam and its impact on Google rankings. To minimize spam, focus on implementing strong digital marketing strategies and optimizing your SEO. Here are some key tips:

                        Use reputable and secure platforms to host your website.
                        Implement robust security measures to prevent spam comments and fake submissions.
                        Regularly monitor and clean up your website's backlinks.
                        Publish high-quality, relevant content that attracts genuine engagement.
                        Utilize proper meta tags and schema markup for accurate indexing.
                        While spam content can negatively affect rankings, the focus should be on creating valuable, authentic content rather than worrying about the number of words specifically. For more details You can visit to Our Site : link text

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