Web Site Seeding / Indexing

Being online is not enough by itself. People have to be able to easily find your site. There are a wide variety of Web search engines, directories and portals available where Web sites and their pages can be indexed ("seeded"). Only those URL addresses that have been "seeded" / submitted into the various individual search engine databases will be part of search results. In order for these search engines to find your site, their individual databases must know your site URL address. The most frequently used search engines are free services both to users and site listers. Announce site to indexing and directory services A familiarity with the numerous search engines and how each goes about indexing Web site pages is required in order to effectively get positive results. Staying current with the available search engines is a continuous process where change is rapid. This indexing / seeding process must also be kept in mind during the design process, since certain design strategies can actually undermine and/or render the search engine listing process useless. The most well-designed Web site in the world will not be found if not designed with search engine indexing in mind or if it has not been properly listed in as many search engines as possible. At Houck & Associates, we pay special attention to the design and coding techniques that facilitate good search engine seeding / indexing. We can assist with your Web strategy and site development. Whether planning a Web site for the first time or in the midst of revising your site / taking it to the "next level," we can assist with your planning and development efforts. Contact us now. To request more information about: Web site design & development services Web site revision / updating services Other services: Content & Target Audience(s) - Assessment / Planning Navigation & Site Layout Planning and/or Analysis Web Site Planning (new sites) Web Site Review / Analysis (current sites) Feasibility Studies Online Customer Service & Support Online Marketing Services Marketing Material & Graphic Design Services