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@Boodreaux said in My visibility went from 14% to 3.33% this week. HTTPS Change?:

So I am trying to figure out how my google rankings dropped from 3 to 9 This past week.  Could it be the new HTTPS security issue?  My site was created in HTTP not HTTPS.  Is this an easy fix? Can I hire someone on this site to fix this?

A drop in your Google rankings from 3 to 9 could definitely be influenced by several factors, and HTTPS security issues are a common cause. Google prioritises sites with HTTPS over those with HTTP for security reasons, as HTTPS offers a more secure browsing experience by encrypting data between the user and the website. Websites that aren't secured with HTTPS can see a decline in rankings, especially if competitors have moved to secure protocols.

If your site is still using HTTP, this could be contributing to the ranking drop. The good news is, switching to HTTPS is a fairly straightforward fix. You will need to install an SSL certificate on your site, which ensures the HTTPS protocol. Once the SSL certificate is installed and configured, all HTTP traffic can be redirected to the new HTTPS version, maintaining your SEO value.

This task can be handled by a web design agency in Melbourne or a skilled website designer in Melbourne with experience in custom web design and technical SEO. They can ensure the transition is smooth, implement proper redirects, and resolve any potential security warnings.

Yes, you can hire someone through this platform or directly from a custom web design Melbourne provider to implement SSL and ensure your rankings don't continue to drop due to security issues. Let me know if you'd like any recommendations or help with this process.

@sarahwalsh said in My visibility went from 14% to 3.33% this week. HTTPS Change?:

This could be because the business has possibly incurred an algorithmic or a manual penalty? Do consult with an SEO company to see if this is applied to your website or not.

Is this because the company may have received a human or algorithmic penalty? To find out if this applies to your website or not, do speak with an SEO provider. here

@Boodreaux said in My visibility went from 14% to 3.33% this week. HTTPS Change?:

So I am trying to figure out how my google rankings dropped from 3 to 9 This past week.  Could it be the new HTTPS security issue?  My site was created in HTTP not HTTPS.  Is this an easy fix? Can I hire someone on this site to fix this?
It's possible that the drop in your Google rankings is related to the HTTPS issue. Google prioritizes secure sites (HTTPS) over non-secure ones (HTTP). Switching your site from HTTP to HTTPS can help improve your rankings and provide a better user experience.

Yes, it’s an easy fix, and you can certainly hire someone to help with this transition. [Small Biz Marketing Agency] we specialize in helping businesses with their SEO and website security needs. We can assist you in making the switch to HTTPS smoothly and efficiently. Feel free to reach out to us!

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Yes, changing from HTTP to HTTPS can impact your website's visibility. Search engines like Google always prioritize secure websites (HTTPS) over non-secure ones (HTTP). When you switch to HTTPS, This can surely improve your website's security and trustworthiness, which can positively influence your search engine rankings.

If your website does not have an SSL certificate users will not trust your website, Therefore, installing SSL is generally beneficial for SEO terms as well.

When it comes to transitioning your site from HTTP to HTTPS is typically considered an easy task,

-Choose hosting providers that offer SSL certificates, or you can purchase an SSL certificate from a trusted reseller.

-Once you have the certificate, it needs to be installed on your web server. Some providers offer tools or support to help with the installation.

This could be because the business has possibly incurred an algorithmic or a manual penalty? Do consult with an SEO company to see if this is applied to your website or not.

Hi Boodreaux!

Have you migrated to https? If you havent migrated to https, then you should have that in your immidiate backlog.

Did you know that last week there was a massive algorithm update? Your site could have been hit.

Here four of the best articles about that. Grab a cup of coffe and read them so as to understand whether you were hit.
Analysis and Findings From The August 1, 2018 Google Algorithm Update – A Massive Core Ranking Update - GSQi
Google's August 1st Core Update: Week 1 - Moz Blog
Google’s August algorithm update strengthens as roll-out continues - Sistrix
The August 1, 2018 Google Update strongly affected YMYL sites - Marie Haynes

Hope it helps.
Best luck.
GR