Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use Yoast or RankMath for WordPress SEO?
Both work well. The right choice depends on your existing setup and the features you need. RankMath’s free tier includes more schema types out of the box, while Yoast has a larger support ecosystem. We configure whichever the site already runs, rather than forcing a migration without good reason.
How many plugins is too many for a WordPress site?
There’s no fixed number, but every plugin adds page weight and potential conflicts. During our technical audit, we typically find that 20–30% of installed plugins on client sites are unused or redundant. Removing them is often the single fastest speed win available.
Can you fix a WordPress site that’s been hacked or flagged by Google?
Yes. This includes malware removal, security hardening, and a reconsideration request to Google if a manual action was issued. Recovery timelines vary: a few days for a clean removal, or several weeks if Google needs to re-crawl and lift a penalty.
Does the choice of WordPress hosting affect SEO?
Significantly. Server response time directly affects Core Web Vitals, a confirmed ranking factor. We audit hosting as part of every technical SEO engagement, and recommend upgrades when the current plan is the bottleneck.
How often should WordPress SEO be reviewed?
Our standard cadence is monthly reporting, plus a deeper technical re-audit every 6 months. WordPress core, theme, and plugin updates can silently introduce new SEO issues. Periodic review catches these regressions before they compound.