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    Video

    Video Overlays: Introducing Non-Linear Ads in Our Video Player

    It’s been a while since Mediavine last introduced a new ad unit. We typically spend our time optimizing existing ad units for top viewability and performance for publishers, increasing revenue without the need for additional ads on page. It’s been a while since Mediavine last introduced a new ad unit. We…

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    General Blogging

    Easy Graphic Design Tools For Bloggers

    Don’t let blog graphics keep you from taking your brand to the next level — instead, try one of these easy graphic design tools recommended by Mediavine’s Graphic Design Specialist. As bloggers, we wear all the hats. Sure, when we started our sites we thought we’d be writers and photographers, in…

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    SEO Like A CEO

    What is a Keyword: Focus on Keyphrases, User Intent For Best SEO Results

    When it comes to SEO, keywords are everything. Fundamentally, keywords are what you think they are: The search terms, or key words, that you’re targeting — the lifeblood of web traffic. When it comes to SEO, keywords are everything. Fundamentally, keywords are what you think they are: The search terms, or…

  • SEO Like A CEO

    Backlinks: Inbound Links Are the Lifeblood of SEO, and Here’s Why

    In the previous edition of Mediavine’s SEO series, we discussed the importance of external links, or links you send out to other websites. On the other side of the SEO coin, and perhaps even more fundamental to your longterm website health, are inbound links or backlinks. The terminology can be confusing….

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    General Blogging

    Six Ways To Make Your Website More Accessible

    In my last post, I introduced the basic concepts of website accessibility, and how making your website more accessible will benefit everyone. Based on that, here are six accessibility improvements that you can work on for your site right away. In my last post, I introduced the basic concepts of website…

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    SEO

    External Links: How Outbound Links HELP Your SEO, Directly and Indirectly

    In today’s edition of the Mediavine SEO series, we’re going to delve into the role of the external link. What is an external link? It’s exactly what you think it is — an outbound link from your web page that points to a third-party site, or a different domain or sub-domain…

  • Advertising

    What is Mediavine Travel? A Roadmap For Long-Term Success

    If you’re wondering what is Mediavine or what Mediavine does, chances are you associate us with ads in some way. We are an advertising management service, but ads are just the beginning. Our mission is helping content creators build sustainable businesses. Ad management is the linchpin of this goal, no doubt….

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    SEO

    Internal Links: PageRank and Simple SEO You Can Control

    Welcome to another installment of the Mediavine SEO series, in which we break down the best practices for optimizing content as you build your website. SEO or search engine optimization, involves a little technical know-how, smart keyword usage, well-formatted content and making the best use of links. Links are mentioned more…

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    Interview

    Publisher Interview: Lia Garcia of Practical Wanderlust

    I know we say this often, but it’s true: Our Mediavine publishers are incredible! Besides being hard working, they are often willing to provide tips and advice, while sharing their expertise to help others learn and grow. I know we say this often, but it’s true: Our Mediavine publishers are incredible!…

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    Advertising

    Coalition For Better Ads Announces Short Form Video Standards

    Since 2018, Mediavine has been a proud member of the Coalition for Better Ads (CBA), an organization of global leaders dedicated to improving consumers’ experience with online advertising. While our goal as an ad management provider is to increase content creators’ earnings, we see improving user experiences and the overall health of…

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    General Blogging

    Proofreading for Bloggers (Even if You’re Not an English Major)

    I’ve been a blogger since 2006, so I’ve read quite a lot of blog posts before and after that time. I also had a previous career as a copyeditor, which means that many of the posts I’ve read (including my own) have made me cringe at the errors. I’ve been a…

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    Advertising

    What is Mediavine Home? Ad Solutions, Higher Earnings For Every Niche

    If we had a dime for every time we were asked the question “What is Mediavine” … well, we’d be sitting on a pretty big pile of dimes. The short answer: We’re an indispensable partner in helping content creators build sustainable businesses. Offering not only advertising management solutions but the support,…