Domain Extension Affect Search Engine Rankings?

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Domain Extension Affect Search Engine Rankings?

[Maria Jonas]

There are about 200 ranking factors in Google's algorithm, and domain name is only one of them; thus it has very little to no effect with the site's SEO. However, having a well thought SLD and TLD will definitely help in many ways.

[neelseowork]

Although Google confirms that alternative gTLDs do not directly affect a website's search rankings, they might influence the audience's perception of a brand — therefore affecting the brand's click-through rate!

[godwin]

Your domain extension has no effect on your search results ranking. The only exception is country-code top level domains

[jayam]

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net and . org, .com has become the default domain extension, and therefore the most memorable. This, in essence, is why .com is the best domain extension for SEO. As .com domains are the most powerful, they have become more popular.

[jayammrg]

As the survey above stated that domain extension has a low effect on your SEO, the real impact of TLD is not sure yet. ... It can favor your SEO strategy. Google has once again confirmed that the new domain extensions will offer no ranking advantage over traditional .com or . org domains.

[chandrao7]

While they aren't a major ranking factor, domain names can have significant impacts on SEO. Using a mix of relevant and branded words to create a short, concise, and click-worthy domain name will significantly increase your chances of ranking well in search engines.

[dennis123]

Yes, , domain names can have significant impacts on SEO. Using a mix of relevant and branded words to create a short, concise, and click-worthy domain name will significantly increase your chances of ranking well in search engines.