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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 10 MIN

#20: Do I Have to Be on WordPress to Rank Better?

from Sara Does SEO Podcast - Wedding SEO Podcast for Wedding Pros, Photographers, and Creatives by Sara · host Sara Does SEO Podcast

For years, there’s been this belief that you have to be on WordPress to rank well on Google. I’ve been working in SEO for over a decade now, and I’ve heard this same advice over and over. So how much truth is there to this? Do you have to be on WordPress for the best rankings in the wedding industry? Let's talk about it. If you’ve ever felt pressured to switch your website just for SEO, this episode is for you.What I cover:- The long-standing belief that you need WordPress to rank and where it comes from- What we found in our study of 100+ high-ranking wedding websites across different platforms- Why general SEO agencies often push WordPress- The real factors that impact your rankings beyond your platform- Why I want you to choose a platform you can actually use and maintain confidently- My experience working with WordPress, Showit, Squarespace, Wix, and moreResources mentioned:- Sara Does SEO Website Platform Study: https://saradoesseo.com/wedding-seo-tips/what-website-platform-ranks-best-for-seo/ Your Next Steps:👉 Learn more about Sara Does SEO: https://saradoesseo.com/👩‍💻 Check out our SEO services for wedding pros and photographers: https://saradoesseo.com/get-more-info/💌 Connect with me on Instagram @saradoesseo!

For years, there’s been this belief that you have to be on WordPress to rank well on Google. I’ve been working in SEO for over a decade now, and I’ve heard this same advice over and over. So how much truth is there to this? Do you have to be on WordPress for the best rankings in the wedding industry? Let's talk about it. If you’ve ever felt pressured to switch your website just for SEO, this episode is for you.What I cover:- The long-standing belief that you need WordPress to rank and where it comes from- What we found in our study of 100+ high-ranking wedding websites across different platforms- Why general SEO agencies often push WordPress- The real factors that impact your rankings beyond your platform- Why I want you to choose a platform you can actually use and maintain confidently- My experience working with WordPress, Showit, Squarespace, Wix, and moreResources mentioned:- Sara Does SEO Website Platform Study: https://saradoesseo.com/wedding-seo-tips/what-website-platform-ranks-best-for-seo/ Your Next Steps:👉 Learn more about Sara Does SEO: https://saradoesseo.com/👩‍💻 Check out our SEO services for wedding pros and photographers: https://saradoesseo.com/get-more-info/💌 Connect with me on Instagram @saradoesseo!

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