SEO checklist

KEYWORD RESEARCH:

• Choose 1 main keyword

• Choose 2-10 supporting keywords

• Check your competition

• Make sure keywords have search volume

• Make sure keywords fit in your niche

HEADLINE:

• Write a title that's 50-60 characters long

• Place your main keyword close to the left

• Give potential readers a reason to click

CONTENT:

• Use keyword naturally throughout article

• At least 500 words (1,500+ is ideal) Keep content skimmable and easy to read

On-Page SEO Checklist X

• Use the target keyword in the URL

• Use only one H1 tag which contains the target keyword

• Use the target keyword near the beginning of the first paragraph

• Use the target keyword in subheadings and paragraphs throughout

• Use variations of the target keyword and related keywords throughout the content

• Reduce excess JavaScript, CSS, and image size

• Use relevant keywords in image file names

• Use relevant keywords in image alt text

• Use modifiers and synonyms for your keywords throughout the content

• Link to and from relevant posts of yours (internal linking) Link out to authoritative resources on the topic (external linking)

• Aim for longer content than the competition

• Embed a single relevant YouTube video (preferably similar length to content)

• Use a click-worthy title with numbers and power words

• Cover the topic as completely as possible (don't just address keywords)

• Answer all potential questions related to topic and keywords directly or indirectly