What is a long-click and short-click in SEO?

by shanie.wisozk , in category: SEO , 6 months ago

What is a long-click and short-click in SEO?

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by naomi_cronin , 6 months ago

@shanie.wisozk 

In the context of SEO, long-click and short-click are terms used to describe user engagement metrics on search engine result pages (SERPs).

  1. Long-click: A long-click occurs when a user clicks on a search result and then remains on the website for an extended period of time. This indicates that the user has found the content valuable and relevant to their search query. Long-clicks generally suggest a positive user experience and can potentially have a positive impact on the website's SEO ranking.
  2. Short-click: A short-click happens when a user quickly clicks on a search result but then immediately returns to the SERPs without engaging further with the website. This suggests that the user did not find the content useful or relevant to their needs. Short-clicks may indicate a negative user experience and can potentially have a negative impact on the website's SEO ranking.


Search engines, like Google, analyze these user engagement metrics to gain insights into the quality and relevance of search results. By examining long-clicks and short-clicks, search engines can refine their algorithms to provide more accurate and satisfactory search results to users.