{"id":47446,"date":"2024-06-21T02:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-21T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhblog.dream.press\/blog\/?p=47446"},"modified":"2025-07-03T06:12:18","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T13:12:18","slug":"how-to-do-keyword-research","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-do-keyword-research\/","title":{"rendered":"Keyword Research: How To Reach More Customers With SEO"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\u201ciPhone repair near me.\u201d \u201cEasy dinner ideas.\u201d \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/beginners-website-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to create a website.<\/a>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These might read how a toddler would speak, but this is actually how people search the web \u2014 including almost all of us! So, if you want to build a successful website, these short phrases are worth your attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Analyzing search data allows you to optimize your website for search engines. With a prominent spot in the search results, you have a better chance of being found by your ideal customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is what <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/improve-seo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Search Engine Optimization (SEO)<\/a> is all about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One key pillar of SEO is researching keywords: those slightly broken phrases that people enter into search engines. If you can figure out which keywords your customers are using, you can include those terms on your site and in turn, lead searchers directly to your website like a well in a desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"glossary-term\">\n\t<a\n\t\tclass=\"glossary-term__above-title\"\n\t\thref=\"\"\n\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\"><path d=\"M320 32c-8.1 0-16.1 1.4-23.7 4.1L15.8 137.4C6.3 140.9 0 149.9 0 160s6.3 19.1 15.8 22.6l57.9 20.9C57.3 229.3 48 259.8 48 291.9v28.1c0 28.4-10.8 57.7-22.3 80.8c-6.5 13-13.9 25.8-22.5 37.6C0 442.7-.9 448.3 .9 453.4s6 8.9 11.2 10.2l64 16c4.2 1.1 8.7 .3 12.4-2s6.3-6.1 7.1-10.4c8.6-42.8 4.3-81.2-2.1-108.7C90.3 344.3 86 329.8 80 316.5V291.9c0-30.2 10.2-58.7 27.9-81.5c12.9-15.5 29.6-28 49.2-35.7l157-61.7c8.2-3.2 17.5 .8 20.7 9s-.8 17.5-9 20.7l-157 61.7c-12.4 4.9-23.3 12.4-32.2 21.6l159.6 57.6c7.6 2.7 15.6 4.1 23.7 4.1s16.1-1.4 23.7-4.1L624.2 182.6c9.5-3.4 15.8-12.5 15.8-22.6s-6.3-19.1-15.8-22.6L343.7 36.1C336.1 33.4 328.1 32 320 32zM128 408c0 35.3 86 72 192 72s192-36.7 192-72L496.7 262.6 354.5 314c-11.1 4-22.8 6-34.5 6s-23.5-2-34.5-6L143.3 262.6 128 408z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t<span><\/span>\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t<\/a>\n    <h3>Keyword<\/h3>\n    <p>Keywords are words or phrases that describe the content of a website or web page. They help search engines match these elements to relevant searches.<\/p>\n            <a\n            href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/glossary\/seo\/keyword\/\"\n                        class=\"btn btn--white-outline btn--sm btn--round\"\n                                    target=\"_blank\"\n            rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n            >\n                            Read More                    <\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll show you how to conduct keyword research, and use the results to boost your organic traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sounds good? Let\u2019s get cooking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-keyword-research\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Keyword Research?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/glossary\/seo\/keyword-research\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Keyword research<\/a> is about pinpointing the exact words or phrases that people use when they search online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By including these keywords in your content, you signal to search engines that your website is relevant to specific search queries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To extract keyword data, you have two options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Interview every search user in the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use dedicated keyword research tools to analyze available search data.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For your sanity, we highly recommend the second choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/best-seo-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SEO research tools<\/a> make it easy to see what people are searching for. They can also help you with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-optimize-your-site-for-mobile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Optimizing your website<\/a> content for search engines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding your audience more deeply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scoping out the SEO strategies of your competitors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tracking your web traffic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-keyword-research-matters\">Why Keyword Research Matters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keyword research isn\u2019t the only route to earning more organic traffic. Nonetheless, it\u2019s a powerful technique that can help you to reach and convert more customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your website is optimized with keywords, you\u2019re more likely to earn a high ranking on search engines. This matters because <a href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/google-ctr-stats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>around 54%<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>of all organic clicks go to the top three search results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1023\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results.webp\" alt=\"Google search for &quot;local soaps&quot; with the first 3 results in focus. Title: Top 3 Google search results receive 54.4% of clicks.\" class=\"wp-image-47458 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-300x192.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-1024x655.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-768x491.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-1536x982.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-600x384.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-1200x767.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-730x467.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-1460x933.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-784x501.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-1568x1003.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/01_top_3_google_search_results-877x561.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1023;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Keyword research can also reveal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What your customers are interested in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which products and topics are trending<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gaps in the market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, keyword research gives you an X-ray vision in terms of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/ways-to-promote-your-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">marketing your website<\/a> and even your entire business.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research.webp\" alt=\"Google search for &quot;dreamhost&quot; with related searches showing dreamhost webmail, dreamhost login, dreamhost reviews, etc.\" class=\"wp-image-47460 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-1024x640.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-768x480.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-1536x960.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-2048x1280.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-600x375.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-1200x750.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-730x456.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-1460x913.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-784x490.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-1568x980.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-877x548.webp 877w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02_keyword_research-1754x1096.webp 1754w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2560px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2560\/1600;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_a-brief-introduction-to-keyword-research\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Brief Introduction To Keyword Research<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you dive into the research process, it\u2019s worth taking a minute to understand the key concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keywords are primarily measured with three metrics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Search volume<\/strong>: The number of times searches are conducted for a particular keyword during a specific timeframe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Search traffic<\/strong>: The number of visits to a website that come via search results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Search intent<\/strong>: The reason why a consumer is conducting a specific search.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these stats tells you something about a specific keyword. But it\u2019s when you combine the data that the magic happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Say you find a keyword with a huge search volume. It would make sense to build a page or post around that keyword, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not necessarily. Volume doesn\u2019t always convert to clicks. Consider this myth, busted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take this example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2270\" height=\"1624\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research.webp\" alt=\"Google misspelled search: &quot;what is the captail of maine&quot; autocorrected, and &quot;Augusta&quot; as the answer in a box.\" class=\"wp-image-47462 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research.webp 2270w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-300x215.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-1024x733.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-768x549.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-1536x1099.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-2048x1465.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-600x429.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-1200x859.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-730x522.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-1460x1045.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-784x561.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-1568x1122.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-877x627.webp 877w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_brief_introduction_to_keyword_research-1754x1255.webp 1754w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2270px) 100vw, 2270px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2270px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2270\/1624;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The search volume for this query is likely higher than the search traffic because Google displays an answer box. Instead of clicking through to a lengthy article on the topic, most users will take the answer and leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, not all searches are like this. People often click through from Google to visit more pages. However, not all clicks are equal value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_understanding-search-intent\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Search Intent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SEO experts pay a lot of attention to search intent \u2014 the motivation behind each user search. When you understand what is driving people to search, you can provide content that matches their needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Search intent is often broken down into four categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Informational<\/strong>: How-to or what-is searches (e.g., \u201chow to make tea\u201d)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Navigational<\/strong>: Branded searches (e.g., \u201cFacebook login\u201d or \u201cCapital One\u201d)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commercial<\/strong>: Specific attributes queries (e.g., vs. or best queries, \u201cwomen\u2019s plus size dresses\u201d)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transactional<\/strong>: Searches directed toward a purchase (e.g., buy, download, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re planning and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-create-content-marketing-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">creating content<\/a> for your site, it\u2019s wise to consider which of these categories you\u2019re catering to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want people to buy your product? Optimize your content for transactional search terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/social-media-strategy-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">building a loyal audience<\/a>? You might be better off targeting informational keywords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TOFU Vs. BOFU<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"2042\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Infographic &quot;TOFU, MOFU, &amp; BOFU: Explained&quot; showing a funnel shape with short descriptions for their functions.\" class=\"wp-image-47465 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-300x239.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-1024x817.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-768x612.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-1536x1225.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-2048x1633.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-600x479.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-1200x957.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-730x582.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-1460x1164.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-784x625.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-1568x1250.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-877x699.webp 877w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/04_tofu_mofu_bofu_explained-1754x1399.webp 1754w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2560px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2560\/2042;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the goal of your website is to attract clients, you can also think about search intent in terms of the \u201cfunnel.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This concept comes from marketing. Imagine a funnel shape, with the wide part at the top and the narrow end at the bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a potential customer first visits your website, they enter the <strong>top of the funnel (TOFU<\/strong>). They may be looking for information at this stage, and haven\u2019t made any firm decisions about making a purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can target TOFU keywords to raise awareness of your brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, as customers become more interested in your products or services, they move down into the <strong>middle of the funnel (MOFU)<\/strong>. Here, they might be interested in content that compares brands or helps them choose the right product. You can use content to influence buying decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If all goes well, our customer will move to the <strong>bottom of the funnel (BOFU)<\/strong>. At this point, they are ready to gladly part with their hard-earned cash. Here\u2019s where you\u2019ll find the most transactional searches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that there\u2019s plenty of competition for BOFU keywords in search results. After all,&nbsp; that\u2019s where the money is!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"article-newsletter article-newsletter--gradient\">\n\n\n<h2>Get Content Delivered Straight to Your Inbox<\/h2><p>Subscribe now to receive all the latest updates, delivered directly to your inbox.<\/p><form class=\"nwsl-form\" id=\"newsletter_block_\" novalidate><div class=\"messages\"><\/div><div class=\"form-group\"><label for=\"input_newsletter_block_\"><input type=\"email\"name=\"email\"id=\"input_newsletter_block_\"placeholder=\"Enter your email address\"novalidatedisabled=\"disabled\"\/><\/label><button type=\"submit\"class=\"btn btn--brand\"disabled=\"disabled\"><span>Sign Me Up!<\/span><svg width=\"21\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 21 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M13.8523 0.42524L12.9323 1.34521C12.7095 1.56801 12.7132 1.9304 12.9404 2.14865L16.7241 5.7823H0.5625C0.251859 5.7823 0 6.03416 0 6.3448V7.6573C0 7.96794 0.251859 8.2198 0.5625 8.2198H16.7241L12.9405 11.8535C12.7132 12.0717 12.7095 12.4341 12.9323 12.6569L13.8523 13.5769C14.072 13.7965 14.4281 13.7965 14.6478 13.5769L20.8259 7.39879C21.0456 7.17913 21.0456 6.82298 20.8259 6.60327L14.6477 0.42524C14.4281 0.205584 14.0719 0.205584 13.8523 0.42524Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/button><\/div><\/form><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_choosing-your-keyword-research-tools\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing Your Keyword Research Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most simple form of keyword research is typing something into Google and seeing what autocomplete suggestions come up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But this is really just the starting point for your research. To uncover deeper insights, you need to use dedicated tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free Keyword Research Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re just starting out, there are plenty of free keyword research tools and low-cost options to choose from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ads.google.com\/intl\/en_uk\/home\/tools\/keyword-planner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Google Keyword Planner<\/strong><\/a>: The go-to free tool for conducting keyword research. We\u2019ll take a closer look at this platform in a minute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/answerthepublic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>AnswerThePublic<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Put in any word or phrase, and this free keyword generator will help you find every possible related keyword.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/soovle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Soovle<\/strong><\/a>: A simple tool that helps you build a keyword list from multiple search sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/moz.com\/explorer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Moz\u2019s Keyword Explorer<\/strong><\/a>: This extensive platform lets you analyze keywords by search volume, access predictive keyword metrics, perform competitive keyword analysis, and review SERP details by keyword.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/keywordseverywhere.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Keywords Everywhere<\/strong><\/a>: A paid browser extension for Firefox or Chrome that offers valuable data on monthly search volume, and competition data of keywords across multiple websites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/neilpatel.com\/ubersuggest\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Ubersuggest<\/strong><\/a>: This tool goes beyond keyword suggestions, offering competitor insights, top SEO page reports,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-create-link-building-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> valuable backlink data<\/a>, and SEO analysis of top-performing content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paid Keyword Research Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Why go premium when there\u2019s so much free stuff? Premium SEO tools offer access to more features and therefore, more <em>data<\/em>, meaning you can build a more comprehensive SEO strategy. The downside is that they usually have a learning curve, and most are not cheap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We would only recommend investing in these tools once you have a firm grip on the basics of keyword research:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Ahrefs<\/strong><\/a>: Possibly the best keyword research tool around. In fact, we use it here at DreamHost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/semrush.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Semrush<\/strong><\/a>: Ahrefs&#8217; main competitor, with similar features.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketmuse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MarketMuse<\/strong><\/a>: An AI-powered tool that helps you plan content around keywords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/buzzsumo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>BuzzSumo<\/strong><\/a>: A versatile research tool that also covers social platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_how-to-perform-keyword-research-for-seo-5-easy-steps\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Perform Keyword Research for SEO: 5 Easy Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phew, that\u2019s the theory lesson complete. You\u2019re now fully prepared to dive into SEO keyword research! Strap in, kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a step-by-step walkthrough of the process, from finding high-flying keywords to analyzing your efforts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Go Exploring With Google<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in keyword research is to find some promising search terms for your SEO strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start the research process, let\u2019s visit Google.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Try typing in some \u201cseed\u201d keywords<\/strong> \u2014 broad terms that relate to your website \u2014 and see which autocomplete suggestions appear. This will reveal what people are actually searching for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An example: if your site sells smartphone accessories, you could type in \u201ciphone case\u201d as a seed keyword.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords.webp\" alt=\"Google search for &quot;iphone case&quot; with related results showing iphone case with strap, iphone case with card holder, etc.\" class=\"wp-image-47467 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-1024x640.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-768x480.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-1536x960.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-2048x1280.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-600x375.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-1200x750.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-730x456.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-1460x913.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-784x490.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-1568x980.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-877x548.webp 877w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/05_typing_in_some_seed_keywords-1754x1096.webp 1754w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2560px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2560\/1600;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll want to repeat this process with multiple keywords and make a note of the autocomplete suggestions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also run a search for each of these keywords. In the results, look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Related searches<\/strong>: Scroll to the bottom of the search results to explore similar searches, as suggested by Google.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>People also ask<\/strong>: Somewhere in the search results, you should find a list of FAQs related to your search.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Make notes on everything you find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Try AnswerThePublic<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This platform takes your seed keyword and provides a <em>huge<\/em> list of related searches and variants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can sort the results by content type, and then visualize them in graphs. It\u2019s a great way to explore niche keywords that other sites might have missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Dive Deeper With Google Keyword Planner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Probably the best free keyword analysis tool is Google\u2019s Keyword Planner. It\u2019s actually designed for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/ppc-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PPC (pay-per-click)<\/a> advertisers, but the built-in features can help you find the right keywords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get started with the Keyword Planner, you will need a<a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/google-ads\/answer\/6366720?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Google Ad account<\/a>. Once your account is set up, select <strong>Tools<\/strong> from the left-hand menu and navigate to <strong>Planning> Keyword Planner<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2324\" height=\"1388\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner.webp\" alt=\"Google Ad account's dashboard with &quot;Keyword Planner&quot; annotated and selected from the drop-down menu under &quot;Planning.&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-47469 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner.webp 2324w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-300x179.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-1024x612.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-768x459.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-1536x917.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-2048x1223.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-600x358.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-1200x717.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-730x436.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-1460x872.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-784x468.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-1568x936.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-877x524.webp 877w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/06_google_keyword_planner-1754x1048.webp 1754w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2324px) 100vw, 2324px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2324px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2324\/1388;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, click on <strong>Discover new keywords<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2236\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords.webp\" alt=\"In &quot;Keyword Planner,&quot; the left-most tile &quot;Discover new keywords&quot; with a lightbulb illustration is selected.\" class=\"wp-image-47471 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords.webp 2236w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-300x137.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-1024x467.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-768x350.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-1536x701.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-2048x934.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-600x274.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-1200x547.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-730x333.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-1460x666.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-784x358.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-1568x715.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-877x400.webp 877w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/07_discover_new_keywords-1754x800.webp 1754w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2236px) 100vw, 2236px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2236px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2236\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the search box, you\u2019ll enter words and phrases related to your business or enter your site URL. Click <strong>Enter<\/strong>, but remember to add a comma between multiple entries. Click on <strong>Get results<\/strong>. You can now adjust or add keywords or add filters to refine your keyword search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1606\" height=\"1312\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner.webp\" alt=\"Tab &quot;Start with keywords&quot; selected with instruction to enter products related to business. In this case, &quot;smartphone case.&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-47473 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner.webp 1606w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-300x245.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-1024x837.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-768x627.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-1536x1255.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-600x490.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-1200x980.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-730x596.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-1460x1193.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-784x640.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-1568x1281.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/08_keyword_planner-877x716.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1606px) 100vw, 1606px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1606px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1606\/1312;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s say you enter a few keywords related to your website\u2019s niche, such as \u201csmartphone case.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In one table, Keyword Planner will give you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Additional keyword suggestions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Average monthly search volume.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Competition level (how many people have bid for that particular keyword in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/add-google-adsense\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google AdWords<\/a>.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bid price ranges for specific keywords (this can help you judge the commercial intent of a searcher.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2022\" height=\"1374\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches.webp\" alt=\"Results for keyword ideas for &quot;smartphone case&quot; including competition, avg. monthly searches, relevance, etc.\" class=\"wp-image-47475 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches.webp 2022w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-300x204.webp 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-1024x696.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-768x522.webp 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-1536x1044.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-600x408.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-1200x815.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-730x496.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-1460x992.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-784x533.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-1568x1065.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-877x596.webp 877w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/09_keyword_planner_searches-1754x1192.webp 1754w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2022px) 100vw, 2022px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2022px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2022\/1374;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can analyze the data by filtering the results. You can also download keyword ideas, check out some lovely visualizations, and take a closer look at volume data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to find keywords that answer your customers\u2019 questions and aid them in making smart buying decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Look For Long-Tail Keywords<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, you gradually want to narrow the results, to identify keywords with low competition and more search volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Short, popular keywords tend to be captured by major brands that have endless resources to throw at SEO. The big boys generally ignore keywords that are longer, more obscure. These are called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/glossary\/seo\/long-tail-keyword\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>long-tail keywords<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To call on our earlier example, the keyword \u201cnew iPhone\u201d is dominated by Apple and big retailers. In contrast, \u201cnew iPhone 15 plus case blue\u201d has much lower competition (also known as keyword difficulty.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-tail keywords usually see low individual search volume. Yet as a group, they generate a large amount of search traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Targeting long-tail keywords can help you rank well and drive traffic to your blog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest way to identify long-tail topics? 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In fact, that\u2019s the ideal time to make SEO decisions about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/domains\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your domain<\/a>, title, and tagline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve got an established site, proceed carefully with rebranding. You\u2019ve likely already built a following and should avoid whiplashing your visitors with sudden changes. If you\u2019re still looking to boost your SEO (and every website should be), focus on adding your keywords in other places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, add customized keywords to your headers and sliders. Make sure to add descriptive alt text for every image, and also put some effort into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-write-meta-descriptions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">writing meta descriptions<\/a> for every blog post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, add optimized keywords to individual posts and pages. Try to add targeted keywords at the beginning of each blog post in a natural way \u2014 like casually dropping something into a conversation. SEO-specific plugins like<a href=\"https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Yoast<\/a> can help you here.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"single__related-article\">\n\t<span>Related Article<\/span>\n\t<div class=\"single__related-article__wrap\">\n\t\t<div class=\"single__related-article__title\">\n\t\t\tImprove Your Rankings Using These 20 SEO Techniques\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/improve-seo\/\" class=\"btn btn--sm btn--brand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\tRead More\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-analyze-your-efforts\">4. Analyze Your Efforts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you know if your keywords are making a difference? You can answer that question by tapping into <a href=\"https:\/\/search.google.com\/search-console\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Search Console<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/analytics.google.com\/analytics\/academy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Analytics<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These tools allow you<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/most-important-seo-metrics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> to track analytics and user engagement<\/a> from your keyword implementation. The results can help you adjust your strategy as necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Search Console helps you understand and improve how Google sees your site. The tool gives you an overview of search and site performance, helping you to check your indexing status and optimize the visibility of your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Coverage<\/strong> section is particularly important because it shows which pages on your site Google can and can\u2019t index. This can help you identify technical issues that need to be resolved to earn better search rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Google Search Console provides a general SEO health check, Google Analytics looks at the performance of your site, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The number of visitors to your site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where visitors are coming from<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How much time they spend on your site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What devices they\u2019re using<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as importantly, you can use Google Analytics to identify which channels bring visitors to your site (under the <strong>Acquisition<\/strong> tab). This data can help you gain a better understanding of your audience and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-come-up-with-new-content-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> develop valuable content ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding analytics can take some time. However, utilizing Google\u2019s free tools to improve upon even the smallest aspects of your site can boost your website\u2019s visibility in search engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep on workin\u2019!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_learn-more-about-seo\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn More About SEO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to dive deeper into keyword research and SEO strategy? 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