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Structured Data

Structured data is a type of code that can be added to a website to help search engines understand the site's content.

What is Structured Data?

Structured data provides information about the site’s pages and what they are about, which can help the site show up in relevant search results. Adding structured data to a site can be beneficial for SEO as it can help improve the site’s visibility and click-through rate.

Why is structured data important for my website?

There are a few key reasons why structured data can be important for your website:

  1. It can help improve your site’s visibility in search results.
  2. It can help increase your site’s click-through rate from search results.
  3. It can help you track the performance of your website in search results

How do I add structured data to my website?

There are a few different ways that you can add structured data to your website. The most common method is to use schema.org markup, which is a type of code that can be added to your site’s HTML. Other methods include using microdata or RDFa.

Adding structured data to a website can be a complex task, so it is often best to hire a professional SEO or web development company to handle it.

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Structured data can be a difficult task, so it’s often advised to hire a professional to help.

Is rich snippets different than structured data?

Rich snippets are a type of structured data that can be used to improve the appearance of your website’s search results. Rich snippets can include information such as review stars, prices, and other types of data that can help your site stand out in search results. While rich snippets are not required for structured data, they can be beneficial for SEO.

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