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Are outbound links on your website good for SEO?

Following a recent comment from John Mueller of Google an opinion and optic was revealed about the use of outbound links on a website and the benefits or drawbacks for SEO. Outbound links are links on your website that point to an external source calling out to sources other than your own website or network. That's what we want to cover in this blog post! Quotes from John Mueller: "No one at Google counts the links or the words in your blog posts and even if they did I would still recommend writing

Three WordPress plugins you should update immediately WPML Litespeed GIveWP

This month three WordPress plug-ins were released in which security vulnerabilities were found. If you have installed these plug-ins you should install the corresponding updates as soon as possible. In this blog we will explain which vulnerabilities are involved and how you can fix them on your website. WPML The widely used WordPress multilingual (multiple languages) plugin WPML which is used on more than a million websites has recently fixed a remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2024-6386).

Advantages of hosting your website in the Netherlands

If you have a website that is visited internationally the choice of server location is crucial. At MijnHostingPartner.nl we know how important it is to choose a server location that is both fast and reliable for visitors from all over the world. The Netherlands is an excellent choice as a server location for your website for several reasons. In this blog post we look at the advantages of the Netherlands as a hosting location and explain why it can be a strategic choice for your international website.

Risks when buying links for your website

Every website owner is looking for other websites and sources to link to their website. Once you start looking into this you come across the possibility of buying links which may seem tempting at first glance. The idea that you can quickly improve your search engine ranking through paid links is tempting for many website owners. But appearances can be deceiving. While buying links may seem like a quick fix to improve your search engine optimization it can have serious drawbacks and dangers especially

The importance of SSL certificates for more than just security

If you have a website you've probably heard of SSL certificates. They are often presented as an essential element for the security of your website. While data security is an important aspect SSL certificates offer many more benefits than just protection from malicious actors. In this blog post we'll take a closer look at how SSL certificates can also improve your SEO (search engine optimization) and build trust with your customers. We also explain how you can order an SSL certificate or install

Display a map on your website with OpenStreetMap

OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a free and open-source mapping platform maintained by a community of volunteers. It is an open source alternative to Google Maps and offers similar features. The biggest advantage is that you don't have to pay a license fee to display this map on your website and you can simply embed it on your website without having to worry about it any further. In this blog post we'll look at the steps you can take to do this and how you can exclude them on your website. If you decide

View website statistics on the move

There are several ways to view your website statistics on the go on a mobile device. The most popular option is the Google Analytics app which displays the same data as the desktop version but in a compact format. In this blog post we'll take a look at the Google Analytics app which is available for both Android and IOS and how you can use it to see your website performance on the go. Installing the Google Analytics app Installing the Google Analytics app is just like installing any other app on

Which databases are included in your hosting package?

Databases play a central role for almost every website when it comes to storing content and configurations for your website. So a fast and connected database is a pillar that can make or break your website. In this blog post we take a look at the different databases we offer in our hosting packages and which one is best to choose for your next project. And did you know that you can also easily switch your existing database? Let's get started! MySQL 8 MySQL 8 is one of the most popular databases

Types of links on a website

Links play a crucial role in the structure of your website both for improving the user experience and for optimizing your SEO performance. As a web host we at MijnHostingPartner.com know how important it is to have a well thought-out link strategy that not only guides visitors through your website but also ensures better search engine rankings. In this blog post we'll take a closer look at the different types of links you can use and how best to use them for your website. What are internal and