Parasite SEO ?
Hello,
I'm sure most already know, but the word in the SEO world is that Google is cracking down on what they call "parasite SEO". This term is new to me so I'm not sure if I grasp exactly what it is. We are members of local travel companies that also have a business directory with the option to add your business description and a link to our website. Some of our descriptions are 900 words or so long. These are very solid, reputable, and relatable companies.
Is this something that could be considered parasite seo? No underlying intentions on anything...just wanted to describe our company.
Any input or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Honestly, this happens on the Seoforum too. Some people try to take advantage of reputable websites by publishing their content there and driving traffic away to their money page... That's why you can't link from posts, so there is little motivation to do that.
Back to your question though. I don't think niche directory listings qualify. It's actually valid way of let people know about their options and choose from them. Unless you're exploiting third party platform authority to gain traffic from unrelated websites by spamming, we're likely not talking about parasite SEO.
Okay, thanks. If that happened to be the case, GOOGLE would definetely be taking away a big chunk of companies ability to advertise.
Appreciate the reply.
