Wordpress SEO Plugins?

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Okay guys I've had my blog up and running for several days now and It's yet to even show up on the search engines.

Something I have not done is add any plugins to help with SEO, as I am new to wordpress I'm not sure of the best gizmos, any advice?

My blog is here:
Pro Bodybuilding Plan | Giving you the facts about building muscle
#search engine optimization #plugins #seo #wordpress
  • use seo by yoast it can help you
  • Installed. Thank you.

    Should I create an XML sitemap and manually submit it to Google, I do this with my static sites but I don't know if I need to with wordpress?
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    • I use Google (XML) Sitemaps Generator Plugin for Wordpress, it had some good user interface to customize the parameters then all i do is submit it to Google.. Working good so far
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  • Yoast is nice, but you need to properly fill everything in it. Ultimate SEO is algo great.
  • All in seo, auto sitemap generator and social media plug ins are some of the important plugins for wordpress. Always installed them for successful blog.
  • I have a few list listed below that I am using in my sites. Check it.

    All in SEO
    Wptouch
    Google XML sitemap
    Wp Super Cache

    Sorry I can't remember the others.

    Regards,

    Ronnie
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    • You should you WP SEO by Yoast + Wp super cache!
    • I second this and I'd like to add
      • Google Analytics for WordPress
      • Nofollow Links
      • Share and Follow
      • Cookies for Comments
      • Akismet
      • Simple 301 Redirects
  • I'd recommend Yoast
  • With regards to Google XML sitemaps plug-in - don't forget to actually submit your generated sitemap to GWT.
  • Yoast generates XML sitemaps by itself, no need for other plugins. And yes you must submit it manually for it to work properly.
  • Google XML sitemap does everything you need. The other plugins like "All in SEO" are quite useless, because everything they do, can be done via changes in the WP template and robots.txt. At least, your blog won't lose its loading speed.
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    • Are you seriously suggesting that it is better to manually change WP templates to create your desired titles and meta descriptions? How would you even do that anyway when the title and description will be different for each page.
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  • This is list may be helpful to you also...

    All in One SEO Pack - for SEO
    Bridge SEO Tag Wrap Keywords - for SEO
    Dagon Design Sitemap Generator - for generating sitemap
    Efficient Related Posts
    Google XML Sitemaps
    SEO SearchTerms Tagging 2 -
    SEO Smart Links - Internal linking
    Wp super cache - for increasing page loading speed
  • I have used both yoast and all in one SEO. But yoast is better than all in one seo for me.
  • OK - Finally someone who has used these plugins and have a sense that 'something is wrong'. My last several responses on this subject were deleted but since a Warrior opened a thread and directly asked a question about their effectiveness, I am hoping the moderator won't delete again.

    Inxie - whether Yoast, All-in-One or other, they will NEVER be as effective as manual WP SEO. I say this because I tested them and understand they are GREAT @ providing information but I challenge any Warrior to produce results that these toys have allowed you to penetrate competitive keyword markets and achieve your SEO goals. Show all of us High SERPS which resulted from a plugin - anyone?

    Here are competitive keywords all here will be familiar with - affiliate marketing, internet marketing, powerpoint marketing, insurance coverage, seo, seo services'.

    The above keywords are amongst the TOP 20 most competitive on the Internet. Has anyone achieved Top 3 rankings in any of these markets with any SEO plugin?

    Inxie - cut your losses now, learn manual SEO with Wordpress and I GUARANTEE you will see much more pleasing organic search results. These tools are GREAT for affiliate sellers and even better for their creators from a profits perspective and I understand that and would never begrudge folks trying to earn a living.

    My company used to offer manual SEO services and WITHOUT exception, achieved TOP three search rankings in whatever market we pleased. Our largest client base were those who thought SEO Plugins would deliver more than they ever could and needed a real solution.

    I am not trying to anger Warriors again but I have seen so many just like Inxie who have HUGE entreprenurial dreams only to be faced with the reality of tools that are ineffective.

    Moderator - I await your verdict but remember - a Warrior asked the question!
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    • I've never come across anyone on the WF that would seriously claim a SEO plugin would allow you to rank for competitive keywords.

      SEO plugins are an aid. They can help you with on-page SEO.

      Simple as that.
  • You can use All in one seo pack for seo plugin and for sitemap you can use bwp google xml sitemaps plugin.
  • my advice for wordpress seo, try to keep it simple, stay away from too much plugins. Works wonders

    Try login lockdown for bruteforce attacks and backupbuddy for backups to S3 if you need that.
  • All in one SEO or Platinum SEO Pack should do the work for you.
    Sitemap is also nice to have.
  • Do directory Submission at high pr directories for your website choosing the best keywords who has less competition and large search volume.
  • I use these on every wordpress site I create
    • Yoast Wordpress SEO: better than all in one SEO, but like someone else said, you have to fill out everything. My favorite feature is the Snippet Preview. Always use it to add link bait to your search results.
    • Google XML Sitemaps
    • Wp super cache
    • BackupBuddy
    • Hikari Category Permalink: select the primary category for muli-category posts
    • NoFollow Link: it's clunky but it's quicker than editing HTML
    • nrelate Flyout
    • Smart 404
    • Video Thumbnails
    • WordPress Ping Optimizer
    • WP-PageNavi
    • WPtouch
    • Yet Another Related Posts Plugin
  • thanks upmoore
  • All in one seo pack is the best seo plugin in wodpress
  • For SEO purposes, you should also have a privacy policy and Terms of Use:

    Auto Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Plugin
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    • Those pages are important, but keep in mind that each business is different. These TOS and PP pages won't apply to all pages, so read them before deciding to auto-publish this to your blog.

      Also, if you're using tools like the one above, make sure you make the page "noindex" to avoid any possible duplicate content penalties.
  • Hi there. I'm new here and I have tons of questions. I'm the owner/webmaster at a site called Books for Kids. I'm actually an author, promoting on a shoestring budge and having to learn all this SEO stuff as I go.

    I've used SEO Ultimate and want to try All In One SEO now. SEO Ultimate works ok, but I get a lot of duplicate meta "stuff" in google.

    My question is actually about Jetpack though. If I use All in One along with Jetpack, am I duplicating submissions to search engines?

    Thanks in advance for any advice you can give.
  • I love Yoast but you have to be very careful how you set it up. I set it up incorrectly a few years ago and it sank my site. After I tweaked it it's maximum benefit, it rocked.
  • If you are serious into internet business then try some premium theme like "Thesis" which has built-in SEO features. The price may seem high but with unlimited sites and lifetime free upgrade support this is really awesome!
  • You're first mistake is your linking methods. Look at the keyword in your hyperlink first off. What are you trying to rank for? Are you trying to go for the keyword pro bodybuilding plan | giving you the facts about building muscle? Wow -do some research on how to do SEO first. You have a long way to go but it is worth your time.

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    Okay guys I've had my blog up and running for several days now and It's yet to even show up on the search engines. Something I have not done is add any plugins to help with SEO, as I am new to wordpress I'm not sure of the best gizmos, any advice?