Schema markupA type of structured data to a web page's HTML code and used to provide more information about a web page to search engines, including details about products, recipes, and events.
Search engineA program used to search for information on the internet, such as Google, Bing, and Yahoo.
Search engine marketing (SEM)The practice of using paid advertising to appear in search engine results, including pay-per-click (PPC) and display advertising.
Search engine optimization (SEO)The practice of improving the visibility and ranking of a website or web page in search engine results.
Search engine results page (SERP)The page displayed by a search engine in response to a user's query, often including organic and paid listings.
Search intentThe underlying motivation behind a user's search query. Understanding search intent is important for creating content that meets users' needs and interests.
Search queryThe words or phrases that a user enters into a search engine in order to find information.
Search volumeThe number of times a particular keyword or phrase is searched for in a search engine over a given period of time.
SEM (Search engine marketing)The practice of using paid advertising to increase visibility and traffic to a website through search engine results.
SERP featuresAdditional elements and information displayed on a search engine results page, including rich snippets, images, and featured snippets.
Site speedThe time it takes for a website or web page to load, often used as a metric for user experience and search engine visibility.
SitemapA file or page that provides a map of a website's content and structure, often used to help search engine bots crawl and index web pages.
Social mediaWebsites and applications that allow users to create and share content and connect with others. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, are some of the more popular social media networks.
Social media optimization (SMO)The practice of optimizing a website's content and structure to improve its visibility and sharing on social media platforms.
Social proofThe use of social signals and endorsements to establish credibility and trust with users, often used to support marketing and conversion strategies.
Social signalsIndicators of a website's social media presence and popularity, often used as a signal for search engine optimization and user engagement.
SpamUnwanted and unsolicited messages or content, often used in reference to email and comment spam.
SpiderA program used by search engines to crawl and retrieve web pages and content for storage in an index.
Sponsored listingAn advertisement that appears in search engine results, often identified as a paid listing.