Unit 1_Chapter 2_Digital_Marketing
Unit 1_Chapter 2_Digital_Marketing
Indexing
Ranking
2. Keyword Research
Definition
Tools
Tactics
3. On-Page SEO
Title Tags
The title tag is the main text that describes an online document.
It should be concise, include the target keyword, and be compelling
to encourage clicks.
Meta Descriptions
URL Structure
Content Optimization
Internal Linking
Link to other relevant pages within your website to improve
navigation and distribute link equity.
4. Off-Page SEO
Backlinks
Social Signals
Guest Blogging
5. Technical SEO
Site Speed
Mobile-Friendliness
XML Sitemap
Robots.txt
Local Citations
Customer Reviews
SEO Tools
Use tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Moz to track keyword rankings,
analyze backlinks, and conduct site audits.
Best Practices
2. Responsive Design
Principles
Fluid Grids: Use flexible grid layouts that adapt to different screen
sizes.
Flexible Images: Ensure images scale appropriately with varying
screen resolutions.
Media Queries: Apply CSS media queries to style the site for
different devices (e.g., mobile, tablet, desktop).
Best Practices
3. Performance Optimization
Principles
Page Speed: Fast loading times improve user experience and SEO
rankings.
Minification: Minify CSS, JavaScript, and HTML files to reduce file
sizes.
Caching: Use browser caching and server-side caching to speed up
repeat visits.
Best Practices
Best Practices
5. Content Management
Principles
Best Practices
6. Security
Principles
Best Practices
Best Practices
2. Instagram
3. Twitter
4. LinkedIn
5. TikTok
6. Pinterest
7. YouTube
2. Audience Engagement
4. Cross-Promotion
5. Paid Advertising
6. Targeting: Define who will see your ads based on various criteria.
6. Set Bids and Budget: Determine your bidding strategy and set
daily or campaign budgets.
2. Cost Per Click (CPC): The average amount you pay for each click.
o Google Ads: The largest PPC advertising platform, offering search ads,
display ads, shopping ads, and video ads.
o Microsoft Advertising: Similar to Google Ads but appears on Bing,
Yahoo, and partner sites.
o Social Media Ads: Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn,
Twitter, and Pinterest offer PPC options with varied targeting
capabilities.
5. Bidding: The process of setting the maximum amount you're willing to pay
for a click on your ad.
6. Targeting: Define who will see your ads based on various criteria.
1. Define Goals: Clearly define what you want to achieve with your PPC
campaign (e.g., brand awareness, lead generation, sales).
2. Create an Account: Set up an account on your chosen PPC platform (e.g.,
Google Ads).
5. Write Ads: Create compelling ads for each ad group, focusing on relevant
headlines and descriptions.
6. Set Bids and Budget: Determine your bidding strategy and set daily or
campaign budgets.
7. Launch and Monitor: Launch your campaign and continuously monitor its
performance.
2. Cost Per Click (CPC): The average amount you pay for each click.
3. Conversion Rate: The percentage of users who take the desired action after
clicking your ad (e.g., make a purchase, fill out a form).
5. Quality Score: A metric used by Google Ads that affects your ad ranking and
CPC. It’s based on the relevance of your keywords, ad copy, and landing page.
6. Return on Ad Spend (ROAS): The revenue generated for every dollar spent
on advertising. Calculated as revenue from ads divided by ad spend.
1. Optimize Landing Pages: Ensure your landing pages are relevant to your
ads and provide a good user experience.
o Opt-in Forms: Place signup forms on your website, blog, and social
media pages.
o Lead Magnets: Offer incentives like ebooks, discounts, or free trials in
exchange for email addresses.
o Landing Pages: Create dedicated pages designed to capture email
subscriptions.
3. Segmentation
4. Personalization
5. Email Design
Mailchimp
Constant Contact
SendinBlue
HubSpot
GetResponse
AWeber
These platforms offer features like automation, analytics, A/B testing, and
integrations with other tools.
Best Practices
3. Provide Value: Ensure your emails offer value to the recipients. This could
be in the form of useful information, exclusive offers, or entertaining content.
4. Test and Optimize: Conduct A/B tests on various elements like subject lines,
content, and send times. Use the results to optimize future campaigns.
Legal Considerations
1. CAN-SPAM Act (US): Requires you to include a physical mailing address and
an easy way to unsubscribe in every email.
2. GDPR (EU): Requires explicit consent from EU subscribers and mandates
data protection measures.
3. CASL (Canada): Requires express consent from recipients and clear
identification of the sender.
1. Define Goals: Determine what you want to achieve with your email
campaign (e.g., driving sales, increasing website traffic, building brand
loyalty).
3. Segment Your List: Divide your email list into segments based on
demographics, behavior, and preferences for more targeted communication.
7. Test and Review: Before sending, test your email on different devices and
email clients. Review for any errors and ensure all links work correctly.
8. Send at Optimal Times: Determine the best times to send emails based on
your audience’s behavior and engagement patterns.
9. Analyze and Optimize: After sending, analyze the performance metrics and
gather insights to improve future campaigns.
By following these essentials and best practices, you can create effective email
marketing campaigns that engage your audience, drive conversions, and build long-
lasting relationships.