What is SEM (Search Engine Marketing)?
Marketing strategy to increase visibility in search engine results pages, combining paid advertising (PPC) and organic optimization (SEO). Broader than just SEO. Used by businesses to capture search intent. Companies like Google and Bing provide SEM platforms.
While SEO focuses on organic search visibility, SEM includes both paid advertising and organic optimization. SEM provides immediate visibility through paid ads while supporting long-term organic growth through SEO.
Create effective SEM strategies by combining targeted PPC campaigns with strong SEO foundations. Focus on keyword research, audience targeting, and landing page optimization.
SEM best practices include comprehensive keyword research, ad copy testing, and conversion tracking. Maintain quality score, optimize landing pages, and regularly analyze performance metrics.
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