The Truth About Google Supplemental Results
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Understanding Google’s Supplemental Results
Introduction
You've created a stunning, visually appealing website complete with eye-catching graphics and animations?"congratulations! However, when you search for your site on Google, it appears in the supplemental results. What does this mean, and why is it not ideal for your site to be there?
What Are Google Supplemental Results?
Google’s supplemental results are part of an auxiliary index, different from the main index, where the primary results are sourced. According to Google’s FAQ, these results have "fewer restrictions" than those in the main index and placement is automated, not affecting page rank.
In reality, pages from the main index are prioritized in search results. Supplemental results typically show up if the main index has few or no matches, with older websites often appearing here. Being in the supplemental index is generally undesirable, although ironically, some have requested their sites to be included there.
Why Does a Site End Up in Supplemental Results?
To avoid ending up in the supplemental index, it's essential to understand the factors that could lead a site there. Here are some key considerations:
Content Quality
1. Title Tags: Each title should be unique and relevant to the page’s content. Avoid overly long or "spammy" titles, as Google may deem them irrelevant.
2. Description Tags: Descriptions should be concise, avoid repetition, and be related to the page's content. Using undecipherable or different languages can also be problematic.
3. Duplicate Content: Avoid using the same content across different pages. Pages with minimal text, primarily consisting of image tags or prices, can be seen as commercial and pushed to the supplemental index.
4. URL Structure: Long URLs or those with excessive dashes often land in the supplemental index, as they can appear spammy. Free hosting sites frequently face this issue.
Site Structure
1. Orphaned Pages: Pages not linked from your site or others may end up in the supplemental index, as can those with few or no backlinks.
2. Link Depth: Nesting pages too deeply within your site makes them appear less important to Google.
Steps to Improve Your Site’s Position
If your website ends up in the supplemental results, there are several steps you can take:
1. Enhance Content: Provide comprehensive, relevant content that visitors find engaging. Aim for at least 50 words per page, and ensure no content is copied from other sites.
2. Revise Tags: Make title and description tags descriptive yet concise, without overusing keywords.
3. Improve Site Structure: Distribute backlinks across all pages, not just one, and keep pages no deeper than two levels within the site. Address any orphaned pages.
4. Create Prominent Links: Establish more visible links from your homepage to stubborn pages in the supplemental index. If necessary, consider a complete overhaul of your site’s link structure or even use a new URL.
Conclusion
Avoiding the supplemental index is easier than escaping it. By addressing these factors proactively and designing your website with these principles in mind, you can enjoy the benefits of being listed in the main index, leading to higher search rankings.
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