> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://newwebsite.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# SEO

> Optimize your website for search engines and social media sharing

# SEO

SEO (Search Engine Optimization) helps your website rank better in search results and appear more attractive when shared on social media. new\.website provides built-in SEO tools to optimize your site's metadata, including page titles, descriptions, and OG meta tags.

## Built for Performance

new\.website automatically builds super fast, SEO-optimized websites so you don't have to do extra work. Your sites are optimized for performance, accessibility, and SEO best practices right out of the box.

<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/newwebsite/images/features/seo/performance.png" alt="Performance metrics showing excellent scores" />

## Setting up SEO

### Step 1: Access SEO Settings

In the editor, locate and click the **SEO** button in the top navigation bar.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/newwebsite/Z_VRK3RlJdmz2aWE/images/features/seo/step-1.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=Z_VRK3RlJdmz2aWE&q=85&s=5a3cc494a6d3bd6230e6127983e5f442" alt="Click the SEO button in the editor" width="3016" height="1350" data-path="images/features/seo/step-1.png" />

### Step 2: Configure SEO Settings

The Website SEO Settings modal will open, allowing you to optimize how your site appears when shared on social media and search engines.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/newwebsite/Z_VRK3RlJdmz2aWE/images/features/seo/step-2.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=Z_VRK3RlJdmz2aWE&q=85&s=bdc855e4c930e932bf337a1e1de2bd72" alt="SEO settings modal with configuration options" width="1836" height="1346" data-path="images/features/seo/step-2.png" />

## SEO Configuration Options

### Page Title

Set a compelling title for your page that will appear in:

* Search engine results
* Browser tabs
* Social media shares

**Best practices:**

* Keep it under 60 characters
* Include your main keywords
* Make it descriptive and engaging

### Meta Description

Write a concise description of your page content that will appear in:

* Search engine result snippets
* Social media previews

**Best practices:**

* Keep it between 120-160 characters
* Include relevant keywords naturally
* Write a compelling summary that encourages clicks

### OG Meta Tags (Open Graph Image)

Upload or select an image that will be displayed when your page is shared on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

**Recommended specifications:**

* Dimensions: 1200x630px
* File format: PNG or JPG
* File size: Under 1MB for optimal loading

## SEO Health Indicators

The SEO modal provides real-time feedback on your SEO optimization:

* **Title Length**: Shows character count (optimal: 51/60 characters)
* **Description Length**: Shows character count (optimal: 121/160 characters)
* **OG Meta Tags**: Indicates if an image is set (✓ Set)

These indicators help ensure your content is properly optimized for search engines and social media platforms.

## Testing Your SEO

After configuring your SEO settings, you can verify how your page will appear when shared using new\.website's built-in tool:

**[OG Meta Tags Checker](https://new.website/tools/open-graph-meta-tags)**

This tool allows you to:

* Preview how your page will look on social media
* Validate your OG meta tags
* Ensure all SEO elements are working correctly

## SEO Best Practices

### Title Optimization

* Use your primary keyword early in the title
* Keep it descriptive and compelling
* Avoid keyword stuffing
* Make each page title unique

### Description Optimization

* Write unique descriptions for each page
* Include relevant keywords naturally
* Create compelling copy that encourages clicks
* Summarize the page content accurately

### Image Optimization

* Use high-quality, relevant images
* Ensure images load quickly
* Include alt text for accessibility
* Choose images that represent your content well

### Regular Monitoring

* Check your SEO settings regularly
* Update titles and descriptions as content changes
* Monitor how your pages perform in search results
* Test social media sharing to ensure proper display

## Advanced SEO Tips

* **Keyword Research**: Use tools like Google Keyword Planner to find relevant keywords
* **Content Quality**: Focus on creating valuable, original content
* **Page Speed**: Ensure your website loads quickly
* **Mobile Optimization**: Make sure your site works well on mobile devices
* **Internal Linking**: Link to other relevant pages on your website

By following these SEO best practices and using new\.website's built-in SEO tools, you can improve your website's visibility in search engines and create more engaging social media shares.