Domain names (exact match - kw density - etc...)
I'm looking for some thoughts when it comes to domain names. I've been doing a little experimenting myself, but I'd love for someone to chime in with a little more experience.
So, I think we can all agree that an exact match domain is ideal with either a .com, .net, or .org (let's not debate the TLD's in this post!), but what if an exact match isn't available.
Is a higher keyword density preferable?
ie) www.ekeyword.com vs www.keywordreview.com. The former having a higher overall keyword density.
I've also heard having the keyword first is perferable.
ie) www.keywordinfo.com vs www.infokeyword.com The former being preferable because the KW appears first in the domain.
And finally, I've just recently heard that google doesn't 'see' certain 'stop' words within domains.
ie) www.keyword.com vs www.thekeyword.com being equal in value in googles 'all seeing' eyes.
I'm interested in everyone else' thoughts!
Thanks!
CcK
So, I think we can all agree that an exact match domain is ideal with either a .com, .net, or .org (let's not debate the TLD's in this post!), but what if an exact match isn't available.
Is a higher keyword density preferable?
ie) www.ekeyword.com vs www.keywordreview.com. The former having a higher overall keyword density.
I've also heard having the keyword first is perferable.
ie) www.keywordinfo.com vs www.infokeyword.com The former being preferable because the KW appears first in the domain.
And finally, I've just recently heard that google doesn't 'see' certain 'stop' words within domains.
ie) www.keyword.com vs www.thekeyword.com being equal in value in googles 'all seeing' eyes.
I'm interested in everyone else' thoughts!
Thanks!
CcK