Glossary

SEO (Search Engine Optimisation)

A clear definition of SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) for UK business owners, with notes on why it matters and where you will see it in practice.

Definition

The practice of improving a website so it can be found in unpaid search results for relevant queries.

Why it matters

Understanding SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) helps you read reports, brief a provider, and spot claims that sound impressive but mean little. Good SEO partners explain terms like this in plain English.

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Where you will meet it

You may see SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) in a technical audit, a Search Console conversation, a content brief, or a monthly progress report. Ask for an example on your own site when a term feels abstract.

Next steps

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