History of blogs
At Inkpen, we understand the evolving landscape of blogging, from the Content Creation Era to today’s Authority Maintenance Era. With our expertise, we ensure your brand stays relevant and highly ranked in search results, adapting seamlessly to industry changes.
2000-2005
The Blogging Boom
Brands embraced blogging to establish online presence, sharing insights and news, as Google began to recognize and rank valuable content.
Content Creation Era
2006-2010
SEO Awakening
Focus shifted to SEO strategies, keyword optimization, and backlinks. Brands aimed for higher Google rankings and increased web traffic.
Keyword Optimization Era
2011-2015
Content is King
Quality content became crucial. Brands invested in well-researched, engaging blogs, leveraging Google’s algorithm updates favoring meaningful content.
Quality Focus Era
2016-2018
Mobile and Social Surge
Mobile optimization and social media integration became vital. Brands adapted blogs for mobile devices and promoted content via social platforms.
Mobile Integration Era
2019-2021
E-A-T Era
Google’s E-A-T (Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) guidelines led brands to prioritize credible, authoritative content to improve search rankings.
Credibility Building Era
2022-Present
The SGE Shift
With Google’s SGE gaining prominence, brands focus on high-quality, consistent blogging to maintain visibility and authority in search results.
Authority Maintenance Era