How to use your server logs to their full potential
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Scanning your log files is a great way to get new blog post ideas.
I mentioned previously that I currently rank number 1 on Google for various permutations of the phrase “make a quick buck online.” What value does this hold?
- My server logs say this is my top search keyword
- I now know that people are searching for the phrase
- I can now target more posts to that demographic
My site, as of July 20, 2007, is just under 2 months old, so my logs are fairly skimpy at the moment. However, if you have a site that’s been around for a while, take a moment to scan your server logs for ideas.
Pay particular attention to search engine query terms and your most popular pages. Is there a certain keyword that attracts a lot of search engine traffic? Write a post about that keyword. Is there a certain post that receives a lot of visits? Follow up on it with another post.
If you’ve got the time and energy to run multiple blogs, it may even give you ideas for a new niche. Inspiration is everywhere. Sometimes you just need to remember where to find it.
If this post inspired you, please link to it.
on July 25th, 2007 at 5:00 am
This disturbs me. My niche would be something I’m not too interested in blogging about. :-P
on July 25th, 2007 at 4:48 pm
So, I assume you’ve ruled out the Daily Underwear Report as a regular feature.