What is RSS feeds and How can they help me?

Discussion in 'Search Engine Optimization' started by TeDWooD, Aug 9, 2010.

  1. #1
    I don't really know what rss feeds are. I know they can help with getting your pages indexed faster but that's about it.
    What are the top rss directories?
    How do i get people to subscribe to my RSS feed, i don't even know how to get one?
     
    TeDWooD, Aug 9, 2010 IP
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  3. TeDWooD

    TeDWooD Member

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    Hi thanks for the reply. Do you know how i can get a feed address and also get feed subscribers?
     
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  4. CariNet

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    RSS feeds can be great for SEO.

    People subscribing to RSS feeds, and someone finding one that they actually enjoy reading and staying updated on, can spread like a plague and a wildfire across the Internet, driving HUGE traffic.

    Just making content that's compelling, and stuff people want to read.
    And then just stay updated with it.
     
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  5. divva

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    The absolute easiest way to acquire an RSS feed is to set up a blog. Blogs set up using WordPress (as well as other popular blog software) automatically create an RSS feed from your blog posts.

    If you look in the address bar of this web site - you'll see a funky orange icon. That's the RSS icon. Your blog will have one of those too.

    One of the best ways to get acquainted with RSS feeds - is to actually begin using them.

    Start subscribing to RSS feeds - by clicking on a few of those funky little orange symbols - and it will help A LOT!
     
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    Yes, RSS feeds can be confusing because we are going to use them in two different fashions. First, people will register to your web site and read your site through your RSS feed. I find that about 1/10th of my visitors, on average, read info from my site through the RSS feeds.

    Second, you will be syndicating your site's RSS feed to the RSS feeder sites. This is how you get instant backlinks to your web site to help your rankings overall. Simple, but effective campaign.

    Frank
     
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    Read this article by Wikipedia to know about RSS: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RSS

    Copy and paste the same question in Google search box and you will get lot's of information on that.

    It is based on your readers interests. If your blog/website has good information which is useful to your audience they will subscribe to your RSS feed. So you will need to concentrate on pulling your audience to subscribe to your blog/website by doing some great efforts in your niche. :) All the best.
     
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    Hi

    The RSS feed is a positive impact on the search rankings and also get a backlinks to your site.

    Thx

    Unique-seo-services[dot]com
     
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    I agree with everyone above, RSS can even bring you traffic, and you can even monetize it by putting adsense for feed. Plus if you use aweber you can even increase your income. RSS feed is very important.

    Perhaps this article will be able to help you.
     
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    RSS is really simple syndication and a form of XML.It is helpful to get new updates been followed by sites or blogs.
     
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  11. TeDWooD

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    Thanks for all your replies i think i understand it a bit more now.
    Currently im not using Wordpress but developed my site with Dreamweaver and currently i use php includes.
    How can i get a feed address and subscription box on my static site?
     
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    RSS feeds really couldn't be simpler. They're basically simple text files that, once submitted to feed directories, will allow subscribers to see content within a very short time after it's updated. RSS feeds benefit those who actually own or publish a website as well, since site owners can get their updated content to subscribers fast by submitting feeds to various XML and RSS directories.
     
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    Good writing, and I very much agree with your thoughts and insights.
     
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    I also want to know this. Who can tell the steps?
     
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    RSS streamlines communication between publishers and readers.Typically, RSS feeds contain news headlines and content summaries. The content summaries contain just enough information without overwhelming the reader with superfluous details. If the reader is interested and wants additional information they can click on the item in the feed, accessing the website which contains additional details.The big benefit to RSS is that individuals opt-in to content of interest, totally controlling the flow of information that they receive.

    Information Can be Delivered in RSS Feeds is :

    Blogs Feed
    Many blogs are catalogued in an RSS feed, with each blog entry summarized as a feed item. This makes it easy for visitors to scan blog posts for items of interest.

    Article Feed
    Articles are often placed into feeds to alert readers when new articles and content are available. The feed entry is typically an article summary or introduction. Readers can then ascertain if the article is of interest and read further.

    Forum Feed
    Many forums now have add-ons that allow participants to receive forum posts via RSS. The RSS feeds often will show the latest discussion topics; if users are interested they simply click to enter the forum to participate in the discussion. As the topic is updated they will see new entries in the RSS feed.

    Schedule Feed
    Schools, clubs and organizations will often use feeds to communicate meeting times, places and events that might be occurring. The RSS feeds are often used to publicize events, notify the community of schedule changes or meeting agendas.

    Discounts / Specials Feed
    Retail and online stores have begun using RSS feeds to deliver their latest specials and discounted offers. Some online retailers have taken this a step further, allowing users to create their own feeds based on keywords or phrases.

    For example, this service will generate a URL than can be entered into a news reader. The feed is updated each time an item is added to Amazon that meets the specified criteria or keywords - Amazon Search Feed - http://www.oxus.net/amazon/

    Ego / News Monitoring
    Companies or individuals interested in receiving headline news based on a specific brand or keyword can use RSS feeds to monitor news sources.

    Industry-Specific RSS Feed Uses Include:
    Technical professionals in specific industries have also developed RSS feeds as way to market, promote or communicate within their specific industries. In many cases, this has expanded their reach and increased communication with current and prospective customers and clients.

    RSS feeds can be used by realtors to communicate the time and location for open houses, announce new property listings or promote decreased mortgage rates. Content feeds can also be used by universities to communicate sports scores or event schedules. Computer service professionals can create feeds to notify clients of potential security breaches, virus risks or outbreaks. Ultimately, RSS is molded to meet the communication needs of many sectors. Consider how RSS can benefit your business and supplement your communication needs.

    To know more contact us : info@mosaic-service.com :)
     
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    An automatic technique to send your updates to the other users. Yes RSS feeds are also helpful for increasing backlinks by submitting the feeds to rss directories.
     
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    RSS feed is an easy way for to keep updated automatically on modify to websites.
     
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    RSS Feeds is a very good source for getting backlinks to the website and make your site index frequently by the search engines.
     
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    Yes, RSS is really an important thing, since Many of us can subscribe this RSS feeds and also can get useful information about the site which we subscribed. RSS also helps in building back links.
     
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