Keyword Difficulty is the process of evaluating how difficult it is to rank in Google’s organic search results for a specific term. A keyword’s difficulty is based on a number of different factors, including domain authority, page authority, and content quality. Search Engine Journal contributor Benj Arriola has published an article explaining how to measure keyword difficulty. He says, “Keyword difficulty can come in a variety of metrics from various tools. In some cases, keyword difficulty is synonymous with keyword competition or competitiveness. Or, you may hear some SEO... [...]

Keyword difficulty is a metric used to determine how difficult it is to rank for a keyword. Assessing keyword difficulty can help you determine whether or not it’s worth your time and money to either. Practical E-commerce contributor Ann Smarty has published an article featuring useful tips on assessing keyword difficulty, She says, “Identifying keywords for organic search rankings is easier now than a decade ago owing to advanced tools. A key factor in choosing a keyword is competition — the number and quality of sites already ranking for that term. How can we know if a keyword is... [...]