Showit SEO Guide: What You Need To Know

You know what makes me laugh? When people say, “Showit isn’t good for SEO” or “Showit SEO is too complicated.” Think about it: you’ve built this gorgeous Showit website that looks amazing… but now you’re worried no one will find it on Google. Trust me, I get it!

Here’s something wild – after working with hundreds of Showit websites, I discovered that SEO isn’t nearly as complicated as some “experts” make it sound. Actually, Showit comes packed with SEO features that work beautifully when you know where to find them (and I’ll show you exactly where they are!).

Want to know the best part? You don’t need to be some technical genius to make Showit SEO work for you. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to boost your existing site’s performance, I’m going to walk you through everything – from basic setup to advanced tricks that actually work.

Ready to make your beautiful Showit website visible to the right people? Let’s do this!

The Truth About Showit SEO (Because There’s a Lot of Myths Out There!)

You know what drives me nuts? When people say “Showit isn’t good for SEO.” After working with hundreds of websites, I can tell you – that’s just not true!

Here’s something wild – Showit’s integration with WordPress for blogging is actually genius. Think about it: you get Showit’s gorgeous design tools PLUS WordPress’s SEO power. Plus, every site gets automatic SSL certificates to keep things secure. Pretty sweet, right?

Want to know what makes Showit special for SEO? (Because this stuff actually matters!)

Showit gives you two main places to work your SEO magic: Page SEO Settings and Website Content SEO Settings. Here’s exactly what I use with my clients:

• Custom page titles and meta descriptions (super important!)
• HTML text tags that Google loves
• Image optimization with alt text
• WordPress + Yoast SEO plugin magic
• Mobile-friendly settings (because Google cares about this!)

Fun fact: Showit automatically compresses images when you upload them. Though between us? I still optimize mine manually for the best results!

Let me bust some myths that make me cringe:

“Switching to Showit will tank your SEO!”

Nope! There might be a tiny dip when you first launch (totally normal), but combine good design with quality content and watch your traffic grow!

“Showit’s too design-focused for good SEO!”

This one makes me laugh! SEO works exactly the same way here as anywhere else. Showit gives you all the tools you need to rock your SEO game.

Here’s the truth that nobody talks about: about 80% of SEO success has nothing to do with your platform. It’s all about how you use the tools you’ve got!

Think about it: your success with Showit SEO isn’t about the platform – it’s about knowing exactly how to use what’s right in front of you. And I’m going to show you how!

Setting Up Your Showit SEO (The Easy Way!)

Setting up Showit SEO isn’t nearly as complicated as some people make it sound. After helping hundreds of clients with their websites, I’ve figured out exactly what works (and what doesn’t!).

Here’s exactly what I do to make Showit SEO work like magic:

First Stop: Basic Showit SEO Settings

You’ll find these under each page’s SEO Settings (I spend a lot of time here!). Here’s what matters most:

1. Page Title: Keep it short and sweet – 60 characters max with your keywords
2. Meta Description: Make it snappy in 150 characters
3. Share/Featured Image: Pick something that pops for social media

Getting Your Analytics Game On

Fun fact: proper tracking changed everything for my business!

Here’s the simple process for Google Analytics:

1. Grab your Google Analytics account and find that Measurement ID
2. Head to Showit’s Third Party tab (it’s hiding in Site Settings!)
3. Pop that Measurement ID where it belongs
4. Set up Search Console with HTML tag verification

I personally prefer to use Fathom Analytics now and have been loving it for a couple of years now. If you dislike Google Analytics and find it hard to use, Fathom is a great alternative!

WordPress Plugin Magic

You know what’s awesome? Showit comes with Yoast SEO already installed! But here’s what else I love adding for my blog clients:

• WP Smush (because fast-loading images matter!)
• Redirection (trust me, you’ll need this)
• Antispam Bee (goodbye spam comments!)

After you’ve got these installed, make sure to activate everything in your WordPress dashboard. These tools together? Pure SEO magic for your website!

Here’s something I learned the hard way: take time setting up Yoast SEO properly from the start. I spent hours fixing things later because I rushed this part. Don’t make my mistake!

Remember: setting up SEO right the first time saves you so much headache later. (Trust me, I’ve been there!)

Making Your Showit Content Work For SEO (The Real Way!)

Here’s something that took me years to figure out – technical SEO is great, but content? That’s where the magic happens!

Let me share what actually works (and what’s just fluff).

The Truth About Keywords (Because Nobody Talks About This!)

I cringe when I see people just throwing random keywords into their content.

Here’s what I actually use:

• Google’s Keyword Planner
• Keywords Everywhere browser extension
• SEMrush
• Keysearch
• Google’s related searches
• Google’s autocomplete suggestions
• Search Console data (once you’ve got it)

Think about it: targeting “best photographer” is like shouting into a crowded room. But “best family portrait photographer in the tri-city area”? That’s speaking directly to your people!

Making Your Content Structure Shine

You know what drives me crazy? When people treat their page titles like an afterthought.

Here’s exactly what I look for in every title:

1. SEO friendly (but not stuffed!)
2. Grabs attention instantly
3. Makes people want to act
4. Actually tells people what they’ll get
5. Stands out from the cookie-cutter stuff

Let’s Talk About Images (Because This Matters!)

Fun fact: I used to upload massive images saved directly from stock photo sites, thinking quality was everything. Big mistake! Now I keep everything at a maximum of 500KB, but I aim for 300KB. Your website (and site loading speed) will thank you!

Here’s my exact process for blog images:

• Resize to 1500px before uploading
• Add real alt text (not keyword soup!)
• Keep everything organized in WordPress

Speaking of alt text – this isn’t just about SEO. It’s about making your site accessible to everyone. I learned this the hard way when my visually impaired cousin couldn’t navigate a client’s site. Now, I make sure every image has clear, descriptive alt text that actually makes sense.

Remember: your content isn’t just for search engines – it’s for real people looking for real solutions. Let’s make it count!

The Hidden Power of Showit’s SEO Tools (Let Me Show You!)

Want to know something that makes me excited? Showit’s built-in SEO tools are actually amazing when you know how to use them! After years of testing, I’ve figured out exactly what works.

Making Those Titles Sing! Google typically displays only 60 characters in the title, but that’s plenty of space to work magic! Think about it: your title is like your first impression – make it count!

Here’s exactly what I do with meta descriptions (your website’s elevator pitch!):

• Write something unique for every single page
• Slip in those keywords (but keep it natural!)
• Stay within 150-160 characters
• Add a clear “what next?” for readers

Image Magic (Because This Really Matters!)

When it comes to images, I focus on two big things:

1. SEO Title: Gets your images noticed
2. SEO Description: Makes your site accessible to everyone

You know what changed everything for me? Starting to write alt text like I’m describing the image to my friend who can’t see it. Keep it clear, keep it detailed, but don’t stuff it with keywords!

The WordPress Secret Weapon

Here’s something wild – Showit’s WordPress integration is like having a secret SEO superpower! I always:

• Use that pre-installed Yoast SEO plugin (it’s there for a reason!)
• Customize SEO for every single blog post
• Take advantage of WordPress’s SEO tools
• Add extra plugins when needed

Think about it: combining Showit’s built-in tools with WordPress is like having the best of both worlds! The Yoast plugin comes ready to go when your blog is set up – how cool is that?

Want to know my favorite thing about Showit’s SEO tools? They’re powerful but not overwhelming. I’ve helped so many clients boost their Google game without getting lost in technical mumbo-jumbo!

Remember: these tools are here to help you shine online. Let’s make them work for you! 🚀

Let’s Talk About Tracking Your Showit SEO Success!

Want to know something that changed everything for my business? Learning to actually understand my SEO numbers! After years of staring at analytics (and making plenty of mistakes), I’ve figured out exactly what matters.

The Numbers That Actually Matter

Here’s what I check religiously in Fathom Analytics and Google Search Console:

• Who’s visiting your pages (and what they’re doing!)
• Where your visitors come from
• Which keywords are working
• How many people click through
• How long they stick around
• Bounce rates (when they leave too fast)

Fun fact: Fathom Analytics or Google Analytics shows you all the traffic patterns, while Google Search Console tells you exactly how your keywords are performing. Pretty cool, right?

Making Those Numbers Work For You

You know what makes me laugh? When people say they’re “data-driven” but don’t know what to do with their data! I personally use Fathom Analytics now since Google’s Universal Analytics is gone.

Here’s exactly what I track (because it actually matters):

1. Sales patterns (show me the money!)
2. Which pages people love
3. What stuff gets downloaded
4. How people interact
5. Content that works

I check Google Search Console monthly to find hidden gems – especially those blog posts sitting on page 4 or 5 that need a little love!

When Things Go Wrong (Because They Sometimes Do!)

After helping hundreds of clients, here are the biggest headaches I’ve seen:

Can’t Find Your Site?

• Find your sitemap, likely www.yourwebsite.com/sitemap.xml
• Submit that sitemap URL to Google Search Console
• Check if you accidentally told Google to ignore pages

Technical Stuff Acting Up?

• Double-check that SSL certificate
• Make sure it works on phones
• Watch those loading speeds

Here’s something wild – most problems happen because URLs don’t match exactly. Maybe there’s a www or a slash where it shouldn’t be. (I learned this one the hard way many years ago!)

My husband tells me I’m too impatient with Google, but seriously – give it time after making changes. Focus on creating amazing content while you wait!

Pro tip: Showit’s support team is amazing with technical stuff, especially sitemap issues. Don’t be shy about reaching out – they’ve saved my bacon more times than I can count!

Remember: SEO tracking isn’t about perfect numbers – it’s about understanding what your audience needs and giving it to them! 📊

The Real Truth About Showit SEO (From Someone Who’s Been There!)

You know what makes me laugh? When people think Showit SEO needs some fancy technical degree or “expert secrets.” After years of helping hundreds of websites grow, I can tell you – it’s way simpler than that! I hate those overcomplicated, technical approaches that make SEO feel scary.

Showit gives you everything you need right out of the box.

The real magic happens when you:

• Set up your technical stuff right (I showed you how!)
• Create content people actually want (no fluff!)
• Keep an eye on what’s working

Here’s something nobody tells you – SEO takes time. Those “rank #1 in 30 days” promises? They make me cringe! Give it a few months of consistent effort, and you’ll start seeing real results.

Want to know my secret weapon? The Ultimate Showit Canvas Kit! It gives you hundreds of templates to jumpstart your website while you focus on the SEO stuff that actually matters.

But here’s what I really want you to know (and this comes from my heart): SEO isn’t a “set it and forget it” thing. It’s like tending a garden – you need to keep nurturing it, trying new things, and watching what grows.

I’ve seen too many people give up because they treated SEO like a one-time task. Don’t make that mistake! Keep testing, keep learning, and most importantly – keep showing up for your audience.

Remember: your success with Showit SEO isn’t about following some magic formula. It’s about consistently showing up, providing value, and making adjustments based on what your analytics tell you.

You’ve got this! And if you need help along the way, I’m right here in your corner.