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#1 in Google untill.......

Discussion in 'Search Engine Optimization' started by storesf1, Jun 6, 2010.

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    I was recently surprised and happy at having a website appear at #1 in Google :).
    BUT....I have noticed something strange.
    When I open Google and search for my keyword I appear at the top.
    When I sign in to i-Google and type in my keyword I appear at #12 !!!
    Does anybody know why this is ?

    thanks
    Dave
     
    storesf1, Jun 6, 2010 IP
  2. ARTidas

    ARTidas Active Member

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    Signing in and out of your Google account is altering your Search Engine Result Page because Google uses your previous searches and search history to serve better results. If you want to see the "real" result page try to use InPrivate browser function.

    Cheers,
     
    ARTidas, Jun 6, 2010 IP
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    Nigel Lew Notable Member

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  4. sultanofseo

    sultanofseo Notable Member

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    I noticed it is also different in different regions and especially countries. There is no one universal spot for any site.
     
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    Connections Well-Known Member

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    Add this to the end of your search query - "&pws=0"

    You are lookign at personalised search results currently.
     
    Connections, Jun 6, 2010 IP
  7. storesf1

    storesf1 Peon

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    Thanks for the info guys. really helpful....
    my site now appears at the top of page 2 :-( whether I am signed in or not.
    Aaahhh wel back to the backlinking.

    Dave
     
    storesf1, Jun 8, 2010 IP
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    I'd try clearing cookies etc and searching again without signing in.

    Most likely it is showing you personalized results based on how often you visit your own site.

    Does your traffic match what you'd expect with a #1 ranking?
     
    MarkAse, Jun 8, 2010 IP
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    Before you take over the position for good it will take you quite some time, so get used to being on different pages everytime you search :p
     
    hornetss, Jun 8, 2010 IP
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    clearing cookies etc and searching again without signing in
     
    julietevents, Jun 8, 2010 IP
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    in my point of view you should try to disable the history tab in the google search when you are signed in. in this way you will be able to get exact and right results.
     
    seoguy5, Jun 9, 2010 IP