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Has anyone had success getting their Webflow blog site to appear in Google News' feed and if so, what key site adjustments did you make?

Published on
September 22, 2023
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To increase the chances of your Webflow blog site appearing in Google News' feed, there are several key site adjustments you can make. These adjustments involve optimizing your site for SEO and ensuring that you meet Google News' specific requirements. Here are some key steps to get started:

  1. Publish high-quality content: Google News prioritizes sites that publish fresh, relevant, and high-quality content. Ensure that your blog posts are well-written, informative, and valuable to your target audience. Consistently publishing new content will also help your site to appear in Google News.

  2. Optimize your blog structure: Google News prefers sites that have a clear and well-organized structure. Make sure your blog posts are categorized properly and have relevant tags. Use headings (H2, H3) and subheadings to indicate the hierarchy and structure of your content. Ensure that your blog site has a user-friendly navigation menu and easily accessible archives.

  3. Implement schema markup: Schema markup helps search engines understand the content on your website and display it more effectively in search results. By implementing schema markup for articles, you can provide additional details such as the headline, datePublished, and author information to Google News. Webflow's built-in SEO settings allow you to add schema markup easily.

  4. Optimize metadata and headlines: Pay attention to your blog post headlines and meta descriptions. They should be concise, descriptive, and contain relevant keywords. Customize each blog post’s meta title and meta description through Webflow's SEO settings to make them more appealing and optimized for search engines.

  5. Increase site speed: Google News favors sites that load quickly. Optimize your site's performance by compressing images, minifying CSS and JavaScript files, and using caching techniques. A faster site not only improves your chances of appearing in Google News but also enhances the overall user experience.

  6. Submit your site to Google News: Once you've made the necessary adjustments to your Webflow blog site, you can submit it to Google News for consideration. Visit the Google Publisher Center and follow their guidelines to submit your site. Note that Google News has specific eligibility requirements, so ensure that you meet them before submitting.

By implementing these key site adjustments, you increase the likelihood of getting your Webflow blog site to appear in Google News' feed. It's important to note that appearing in Google News requires consistent effort, quality content, and adherence to Google's guidelines. Regularly monitor your site's performance, make necessary updates, and adapt as needed to improve your chances of getting featured.

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