Local SEO and Timing – Dallas SEO

There are 3 major types of directories you must be listed in:

1. Major data providers
2. National and Local search engines
3. National and Local directories

Is there a specific order for Local SEO campaigns?

The simple answer is yes.

Step 1: Start with Google places.

Step 2: Major Data Providers – supply information to local directories and search engines

• Localeze
• Acxiom
• ExpressUpdateUSA (previously infrogroup)
• CityGrid (previously CitySearch)
• iBegin

Step 3: Search Engines

• Google places (for business, revise if necessary)
• Bing business portal
• Yahoo! local
• Yelp (for business owners)

Step 4: Local directories – these are niche, vertical, and Geo-directories. Usually aggregate information and have a review based system.  getlisted.org is a great resource, but not complete.

 

Rules:

Keep your entries uniform.

Pay special attention to your NAP.

Remember your timing

 

With Local SEO and timing, there are a few steps you will need to keep in mind when moving forward with your Dallas SEO Campaign.