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In the area of Search engine optimization (SEO)<\/a> a keyword is a central term or phrase that a user enters into a search engine to find information, buy products or use services. It represents the intention of the searcher and forms the linguistic bridge between the search query and the relevant content of a website. For website operators and Online Marketer<\/a> keywords are the basis for understanding the needs of your target group and optimizing content accordingly.<\/p>\n

The importance of keywords for online visibility<\/h2>\n

Keywords are the foundation of any successful digital strategy, especially in the context of SEO and Content Marketing<\/a>. They enable search engines such as Google<\/a>, to evaluate the relevance of a website for a specific search query. Precisely matching the content of a page to the keywords used by the user increases the probability that the page will appear in the search results (SERPs<\/a>) ranks high. This leads to more organic traffic<\/a>, as potential customers can find the website more easily.<\/p>\n

Choosing the right keywords requires a detailed analysis of the search behavior of the target group, the competitive situation and your own content. Various keyword types play a role here:<\/p>\n