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Video SEO: Getting Your Videos Found in Search

Video appears in search results, AI answers, and social feeds. Here's how to optimize your videos for maximum visibility.


YouTube optimization

  • Descriptive titles with target keywords
  • Detailed descriptions (300+ words) with timestamps
  • Custom thumbnails that attract clicks
  • Chapters for longer videos
  • Cards and end screens for engagement
  • Website video optimization
  • Video schema markup (VideoObject) on pages with embedded videos
  • Video sitemaps submitted to Google Search Console
  • Transcripts for accessibility and additional text content
  • Fast-loading video hosting (don't self-host large videos)
  • References & Further Reading

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