For better filters for duplicate content

For better filters for duplicate content

• Use a tool like Similar Page Checker http://www.webconfs.com/similar-page-checker.php to ensure that your site’s pages do not reflect content from other sources. If there are other URLs with similar or identical content, the tool will show you them and you can make changes to your pages.• Be vigilant and find out who has “used” your content. You can use www.copyscape.com to determine which websites have stolen or copied your work.

• Even if you use syndicated content, you can add a comment or make changes to the page, focusing on linking to your website. By creating your own content, you make it unique and different, which guarantees that your pages are not filtered by search engines.

• Even if you run an e-commerce website, you need to include product descriptions that are clearly yours and non-standard.

Find out as much information as possible about duplicate content and the associated risks. Read the topics discussed at SES 2006 in New York and other forums. Remember that most search engines, Google, Yahoo and the Open Directory Project, do not want to be flooded with duplicate content and websites. Jake Baillie, president of True Local, listed the following duplicate content errors: circular navigation; printable pages; inconsistent links; Pages containing only products; transparent service areas; and poor masking.

It is important for websites to achieve high rankings in an honest and non-vulgar manner.