How to make react application seo friendly?

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by jamison , in category: SEO , a year ago

How to make react application seo friendly?

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by julio , a year ago

@jamison 

Making a React application SEO friendly requires implementing certain techniques to optimize the application for search engines. Here are some steps you can follow:

  1. Server-side rendering (SSR): React applications are typically rendered on the client-side, which means search engine crawlers may have difficulty reading the content. Implementing server-side rendering allows the server to generate the initial HTML content, which is easily readable by search engines.
  2. Use semantic HTML: Properly structuring your HTML with semantic tags helps search engines understand the content and context of your website. Use descriptive headings, paragraphs, lists, and other semantic HTML elements to improve SEO.
  3. Meta tags: Include relevant meta tags in the head section of your HTML. The title tag should accurately describe each page, and the description tag should provide a concise summary. This helps search engines understand the purpose of your page and improves the click-through rate from search engine results pages.
  4. URL structure: Use descriptive, keyword-rich URLs that represent the content of each page. Avoid using generic or randomly generated URLs.
  5. XML sitemap: Create an XML sitemap that lists all the pages of your application. This helps search engines discover and index your pages more efficiently.
  6. Page titles and headings: Ensure that each page has a unique and descriptive title tag and use headings (H1, H2, etc.) to structure your content. Include relevant keywords in these elements to improve SEO.
  7. Lazy-loading and code-splitting: Use lazy-loading and code-splitting techniques to optimize the loading speed of your application. Faster loading times improve user experience and SEO rank.
  8. Social media sharing: Implement Open Graph Protocol (OGP) and Twitter Card tags to enhance how your website appears when shared on social media. This can improve click-through rates and visibility.
  9. Optimized image and media: Optimize your images by using proper file formats, compressing them without losing quality, and adding descriptive alt or title attributes. Provide transcripts or captions for video and audio content to make them more accessible and SEO-friendly.
  10. External links and backlinks: Include relevant external links within your content to provide additional value to your users. Seek backlinks from other reputable websites, as search engines consider these as signals for credibility and relevance.


Remember that SEO is an ongoing process, and it takes time for search engines to discover and index your content. Regularly monitor your website's performance and make necessary adjustments to improve your SEO rankings.