Understanding Semantic Markup
Semantic HTML is the foundation of a modern, accessible, and search-engine-friendly website. By using semantic elements like <article>, <section>, <header>, and <footer> instead of generic <div> tags, we provide meaningful context to search engines about the content structure. This makes it easier for crawlers like Googlebot to index your pages accurately.
Heading Hierarchies
Proper hierarchy using heading tags (from H1 to H6) establishes a clear layout roadmap. A page should have exactly one H1 tag defining its main topic, followed by H2 and H3 tags for subtopics. Google ranks pages higher when content is logically divided and easily parseable by screen readers and crawling software alike.