This post was written by Mark Robertson of ReelSEO.com - The Video Search Marketing Blog the author of the longest list of Video Search engines that I’ve ever seen. Mark is fast becoming the expert on Video Search
Detailed list of important tips/guidelines for video search engine optimization
People usually love video, millions of Americans consume videos online and same is the case world over. A consumer is most likely to keep in mind and refer to a video in comparison to a print advertisement. These days video making is very economical as compared to the cost of a traditional commercial. Broadband is getting enormous popularity worldwide. Now people can watch videos without long download times or quality issues. Present generation considers video to be a reliable source of news and information. Online video for them is second to nature.
Here are a few tips/hints for optimizing your video:
It is recommended that you create and submit a transcript for users and the search engines, add a transcript to each video file you've uploaded via your Video Status page. Create a Keyword Rich Title for your Transcript; include a brief introductory paragraph/synopsis that describes the subject matter of your transcript (and video) and be sure to publish your transcript.
Don't forget to encode the keywords you are targeting into your video. Try to use the word “video” as much as possible, make sure the word “video” is used in your title, description, meta data etc.
Search engine crawlers rely a lot on the link texts to figure out what the video is all about as they are not capable to figure out the contents of the video otherwise. Therefore it is advisable to get as many back links as possible for your video.
It is advisable to create a separate sitemap just for your videos in your site and try to keep your video files in one directory this would help the web crawlers to locate your video files speedily and effortlessly.
It is very difficult for the web crawlers of any search engine to crawl into the video contents inside flash players so they usually prefer to stay away from such files. It is therefore advisable not to use such kind of file formats which discourages the web crawlers.
It is advisable to optimize the URLs of your video pages for the search engines with the help of mod_rewrite function so that the pages are freely assessable by the search engines.
Various video search engines use to capture thumbnails of your in different manner. Some of them take the first frame of your video, while others try to take from the middle or end. It is better to experiment with each site individually to make sure they are displaying the right thumbnail for your video. A video thumbnail is always crucial when it comes to decide for a viewer which video to watch.
Beside the above mentioned points there are few more points relevant for the optimization:
Always make sure viewers are searching for your targeted keywords regularly. If not, try to find the closest related keywords being searched.
Viewers who offer feedback are most likely to take the desired action on your video. This could be a good opportunity for you to submit fresh contents, if the most popular videos were included months ago, it really helps.For more detailed tips on video seo, visit ReelSEO.com
- Related Videos
- Related Articles
- Ask / Related Q&A
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Web Promotion Services in Mumbai, India - Visioninfosystem.com
- Difference Between Search Engine Optimization (seo), Search Engine Marketing (sem) & Internet Marketing
- Wedding Marketing – Seo, Search Engine Marketing, Viral Marketing and Direct Email Marketing Decoded
- Denver Search Engine Marketing Companies
- The Importance of Search Engine Optimisation/search Engine Marketing
- Elite SEO and Economical Search Engine Marketing Approach
- Keyword Research & Se Optimization: the Basic Step of Search Engine Marketing
- How to be a Search Engine Marketing Expert?
Simple Steps to Your Success in Affiliate Marketing
By: abhishek | 06/07/2009The affiliate marketing business with the internet is much easier nowadays than it was before, when people use the simple technology of the communication such as telephones, newspapers, radio or TV advertisement. These days people can work from home having £Millions business very easy and using just their personal computer with internet. Of course you have to have some computing skills to surf in the internet but we are not about it.
Some essentials to obtain higher ranks in search engines
By: Editor123 | 06/07/2009SEO or search engine optimization refers to the collective techniques used to optimize a website for a search engine. The internet has facilitated a platform for small and local business to reach out to the entire globe and thus, expand their business.
Your Business Can’t Survive Without Search Engine Optimization
By: johnmak | 06/07/2009Search engine optimization is the technique which assists to entice visitors into a website. To get the websites’ desired traffic from search engines, they are designed according to search engine preferences. This assists you in better ranking of the websites as the search engine spiders can easily crawl through them. Search engines are the most powerful medium to get the website the desired ranking and the traffic. Hence, no website can avoid the importance of search engine optimization service
Effective SEO Services to Make Your Online Business Successful
By: johnmak | 06/07/2009Once you have decided to have a website for your business, you will need to make sure that people will easily find it. Usually, people use search engines to find what they are looking for online, so you will need to rank highly in these. This is not as easy as it seems, but there are some effective SEO services that you can adopt to make better ranking on the search engines.
Effective SEO Services to Make Your Online Business Successful
By: johnmak | 06/07/2009Once you have decided to have a website for your business, you will need to make sure that people will easily find it. Usually, people use search engines to find what they are looking for online, so you will need to rank highly in these. This is not as easy as it seems, but there are some effective SEO services that you can adopt to make better ranking on the search engines.
Your Business Can’t Survive Without Search Engine Optimization
By: johnmak | 06/07/2009Search engine optimization is the technique which assists to entice visitors into a website. To get the websites’ desired traffic from search engines, they are designed according to search engine preferences. This assists you in better ranking of the websites as the search engine spiders can easily crawl through them.
Overall healing the natural way: Chiropractic Care
By: search rankpros | 06/07/2009Acupuncture and Acupressure are two different healing techniques. cupuncture is the process of puncturing the tissues with the help of a needle, whereas acupressure involves the uses of hands mostly finger tips for healing. The modern day's practice of chiropractic care is only a century old.
Four Principles of Social Media
By: Jeb Walker | 06/07/2009If you know what you want to achieve, have the resources, and approach it all in an intelligent and cautious fashion, a social media marketing initiative will help any well-implemented SEO campaign.
Wealth From Forex Trading
By: lazysubmit | 15/04/2008 | Day TradingForex trading is a way of starting from scratch and building substantial wealth. This article explains what the $3 trillion forex market is about, and what steps you need to take to become a successful forex trader.
Project Payday Exposed - Does it Work?
By: lazysubmit | 14/04/2008 | Home BusinessProject Payday focuses around using IFW's to make money. There are many websites out there that say you can get a free ipod, xbox, computer, cash prize, or whatever. These sites are known as incentive freebie websites, or IFW's.
Colleges in the Usa
By: lazysubmit | 14/04/2008 | College & UniversityIt is not easy to find your ideal College in the USA. Colleges-in-the-USA.com is a new College Directory that combines easy navigation with sophisticated search functions and inquiry request option for more than 4500 Colleges.
Unlimited Xbox Game Download Service
By: lazysubmit | 12/04/2008 | Computer GamesNever pay per game again for xbox 360 games, software media and more. Learn insider secrets to unlock your Xbox 360 console like never before! Exclusive members only area teaches you step by step with tutorials, videos and expert support. Learn to flash your xbox 360 firmware, backup xbox 360 games, stream any media type to your 360, download covers & manuals, to go with your copyied Xbox 360 Games.
About Hair Extensions and Clip on Human Hair Extensions
By: lazysubmit | 12/04/2008 | MedicineHair extensions started being used in the 1980s, but because of poor results and high expense, were abandoned until about 5 years ago. Their popularity has been boosted by all the celebrities who now use them.
Create Your Own T Shirt, Stand Out in a Crowd
By: lazysubmit | 12/04/2008 | FashionMany teenagers shop at the local thrift stores for used t shirts and create their own logos and designs on them to make them stand out in a crowd. Creating your own t shirt can be a fun and rewarding activity for young and old alike. Some call it 'wearable art.'
Vinyl Windows Elegant and Easy to Clean
By: lazysubmit | 10/04/2008 | Home ImprovementHurd Windows and Doors is offering some of the most innovative designs today when it comes to vinyl windows for your home. No longer are you confined to ordinary windows that require maintenance and are difficult to clean.
Senator Obama & Reverend Wright a Bi-racial Issue
By: lazysubmit | 09/04/2008 | News & SocietyThe question, why Presidential Candidate Barrack Obama never left the church after Rev. Wright’s statements, is not a black issue, but a bi-racial identity issue. The article addresses the issues of being bi-racial and the love and devotion for a man other then your father.