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Empty or Generic Anchor Text: How to Fix It
Some links use empty text or generic words like "click here", "read more", or "learn more".
Quick fix: Replace empty or generic anchors like "click here" or "read more" with words that describe the target page.
Why it matters for SEO
Anchor text tells Google and screen reader users what the linked page is about. Generic text wastes that signal.
How to fix it
- 1Replace generic anchors with words that describe the destination.
- 2For image links, add alt text to the image.
- 3For icon links, add an aria-label.
Example
Bad: <a href="/pricing">Click here</a>
Good: <a href="/pricing">See our pricing plans</a>Frequently asked questions
Should anchors include keywords?
Use natural, descriptive phrases. Exact-match keywords on every link look unnatural.
Are "read more" buttons always bad?
They are fine if the button has an aria-label or the card heading is also a link.
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