In this foundational video lesson, I will introduce you to the key website pages every business should create to build trust with users and optimize for search engines.
In this lesson, I emphasized how Google prioritizes trusted sources when delivering search results and how the right on-site content helps establish credibility and transparency.
What This Lesson Covers:
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The Importance of Trust in SEO:
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Google aims to provide the best answers from trusted sources.
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Trust is built not only through content but also through transparency about your business.
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Human users and Google both need to see evidence that a real, reliable business operates the website.
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Critical Pages to Create:
1. About Us Page
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Describe your business clearly: who you are, what you do, and when you started.
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Optional: Include your mission, vision, and any relevant business milestones.
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You can also list your team members here or link to a dedicated team page.
2. Team Page (Optional)
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Highlight the key individuals in your company.
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Helps humanize your brand and build more trust.
3. Author Bio Section (Autobio)
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A small author description is added to blog posts (either at the top or bottom).
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Signals to Google that content is produced by a real person with authority or expertise.
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Should be added site-wide to all blog content.
4. Returns & Refund Policy Page
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Reassures customers that they can return or replace faulty products.
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Builds credibility and trust, especially for e-commerce businesses.
5. Privacy Policy Page
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Important if you collect payments or user data.
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Demonstrates that user information is handled securely and ethically.
6. FAQ Page (Optional)
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Contains answers to common customer questions.
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Enhances user experience and adds relevant SEO content.
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Considered the least critical among the listed pages, but still useful.
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Key Takeaways:
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Trust is central to SEO. Your website must appear legitimate to both users and search engines.
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These core pages act as trust signals that show Google and visitors that your site is safe, transparent, and run by real people.
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A strong foundation of business information pages increases your chances of ranking and converting traffic.
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This setup also helps prevent poor reviews and builds a sustainable online presence.
What’s Next:
In the next module, students will dive into the first step in any SEO campaign: conducting an SEO audit. This will involve evaluating your website’s current state to prepare for optimization and long-term growth.