While backlinks from high DA sites are a very important component of off-page SEO, if you want to rank on the first page of Google, you’re going to need to do a lot more. Top-ranking pages on Google are those that the search engines consider relevant to the user’s search query, have the most traffic, and come from authoritative industry publications.
Here’s what you’re going to need to do if your page is going to see daylight on Page 1. And that’s just to start you off:
- Improve your page speed and have a quick loading time.
- Get traction on social media and amplify your social signals.
- Create content that’s relevant to the search intent.
- Create an HTTPS-secure website.
- Go for a mobile-first approach.
- Optimize your content.
- Use AMPs.
- Ensure technical SEO best practices.
- Build consistent traffic.
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Written by Ahsan Mustafa
Ahsan Mustafa is the Co-Founder and CEO of Link Building HQ, where he drives editorial strategy, client partnerships, and SEO operations. With years of hands-on experience in link building and content-driven SEO, Ahsan brings a data-backed approach to authority building for agencies and brands worldwide. He is a trusted voice in the link building space and actively contributes to LBHQ's thought leadership content.