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Frequently Asked Questions1 min readIs website traffic a KPI?Yes, website traffic is a KPI because it can reveal whether your marketing efforts are attracting an audience.Semrush TeamJan 10, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions1 min readWhat is a backlink in SEO?A backlink in SEO is a link on a different website that points back to a page on your website.Semrush TeamJan 10, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions1 min readWhat is an example of a keyword?A keyword is a word or phrase someone types into Google. An example of a keyword is “wedding cakes.“Semrush TeamJan 10, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions1 min readWhat are long-tail keywords?Long-tail keywords are longer, specific keywords that have lower search volumes but signal clear user intent.Semrush TeamJan 10, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions2 min readWhat are the different types of keywords?The different types of keywords are informational, navigational, commercial, and transactional.Semrush TeamJan 10, 2025
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