SEO Checklist
Prepared by: [Your Name]
Company: [Your Company Name]
Date: [Date]
I. On-Page SEO
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Title & Meta Descriptions: Unique, keyword-focused, and concise (Title: <60 chars; Meta: <160 chars).
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Headers (H1, H2, H3): Proper structure with relevant keywords.
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Keyword Use: Natural placement of primary keywords.
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Internal Links & URLs: Clear, descriptive links and short, keyword-focused URLs.
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Image Optimization: Compressed images with keyword-rich alt text.
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II. Technical SEO
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Site Speed: Optimize images, cache, and minimize JavaScript.
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Mobile-Friendliness: Responsive design across devices.
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SSL (HTTPS): Secure the site.
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Crawlability & Sitemaps: Ensure pages are crawlable; submit an XML sitemap.
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III. Content Optimization
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Quality & Keyword Use: High-value content with natural keyword placement.
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Length: Align with topic depth (800–1,500 words).
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Multimedia: Optimize videos and images with relevant alt text.
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IV. Off-Page SEO
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Backlinks: Quality links from reputable sites.
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Social Media: Ensure content is shareable.
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Backlink Audit: Remove harmful links regularly.
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V. User Experience (UX)
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Navigation: Simple, intuitive structure.
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Design: Readable fonts, whitespace, and clear CTAs.
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Reduce Bounce Rate: Improve content engagement and load speed.
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VI. Analytics & Monitoring
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Google Analytics & Search Console: Track performance, crawl errors, and keywords.
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Traffic & Behavior Monitoring: Use data to refine content and user experience.
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