Can Google Really Deliver Country Specific Searching
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Can Google Truly Deliver Country-Specific Searches?
Overview
Is Google capable of delivering high-quality search results specifically tailored to different countries? The answer is currently "sort of." This article explores this issue, using Canada as a case study to examine the effectiveness of Google’s country-specific search results.
Canadian Search Results via Google.ca
When using Google.ca with a focus on "Canada," you might find numerous companies listed that aren't genuinely Canadian. This issue is not unique to Canada; other regions like the UK face similar challenges.
A significant portion of "paid results" originates from American companies. While some argue that this is expected due to larger budgets, the issue persists as many "Canadian-specific" results are also dominated by American entities.
Business owners from outside the US often prefer competing with local companies to ensure more relevant search results. Irrelevant results lead to poor user experience, causing users to be skeptical of search outcomes.
For instance, searching "web design" in Canada often yields top results from non-Canadian sources. This becomes problematic when users utilizing the "I'm feeling lucky" feature are taken to companies outside Canada, diminishing trust in Canadian-specific searches.
The more relevant and content-specific the results are, the more users will rely on them and recommend them to others. Web marketers have the power to popularize search terms. Consider "blogging," which once puzzled many but now returns over 900,000 Google results.
Changes in Google’s Approach
Google increasingly lists websites with country-specific domain extensions. If tasked with improving search results for Canada, Google might:
1. Prioritize domains ending with ".ca" (e.g., www.example.ca).
2. Ensure the contact information is country-specific, including street, city, province/state, and country.
These factors significantly influence Google's rankings, especially your site’s contact page. Clearly listing your business location can boost your local search rankings.
Additionally, acquiring country-specific domain names is crucial. If based in Canada, aim for a ".ca" domain; in the UK, a ".uk"; and in the US, a ".us".
If local targeting isn’t your sole focus, consider separate websites for different regions. While ".com" is common, country-specific targeting is essential for local visibility.
The Future of Search Engines
Local searching is on the rise, and evidence supports this trend. Starting with local targeting is a strategic move that can enhance future international reach.
I hope this article provides valuable insights!
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