SayPro Monthly March SCMR-5 SayPro Monthly Classified URL Structure: Use clean and descriptive URLs for ad listings by SayPro Classified Office under SayPro Marketing Royalty
Objective
To ensure all classified ad listings use clean, keyword-rich, descriptive, and logically organized URLs that improve both user experience and search engine visibility.
π οΈ Key Responsibilities
1. Design URL Structure Standards
- Develop and maintain a standardized URL format across all SayPro classified categories.
- Ensure URL templates incorporate category-specific keywords, geographical identifiers (if applicable), and ad title slugs.
- Example URL format: rubyCopyEdit
https://classifieds.saypro.online/category/location/keyword-title-id/
Example: rubyCopyEdithttps://classifieds.saypro.online/jobs/cape-town/digital-marketing-specialist-12345/
2. Keyword Optimization
- Collaborate with the SayPro SEO team to determine the most effective keywords to include in URL slugs.
- Ensure that URLs are descriptive and relevant to the content of each ad to enhance SEO.
- Strip unnecessary parameters or codes that do not add semantic value.
3. Maintain User-Friendliness
- Ensure URLs are easily readable and understandable by users at a glance.
- Use hyphens (-) to separate words, avoid underscores (_), and eliminate special characters.
- Remove stop words (e.g., βaβ, βandβ, βtheβ) unless they contribute significantly to meaning.
4. Implement Logical Hierarchy
- Ensure a consistent hierarchy reflecting:
- Main category (e.g., jobs, vehicles, property)
- Sub-category or location (e.g., accounting, Johannesburg)
- Unique title slug derived from the ad’s headline
- Ad ID for internal tracking and conflict avoidance
- Example: swiftCopyEdit
/vehicles/johannesburg/toyota-hilux-2015-98765/
5. Automate URL Generation
- Work with SayPro developers to automate the creation of URL slugs from ad form input fields.
- Ensure automated scripts:
- Strip invalid characters
- Truncate overly long titles
- Append unique ID to prevent duplication
6. URL Version Control and Auditing
- Keep a log of URL format changes with timestamps and approval notes from the SayPro Classified Office.
- Run monthly audits to:
- Check for malformed URLs
- Ensure compliance with current URL standards
- Detect and fix broken or inconsistent links
7. Integrate Multilingual Compatibility
- When required, ensure the URL system supports localized slugs for multilingual listings (e.g., English, isiZulu, French).
- Use URL encoding standards to accommodate accents or special letters if applicable.
8. Monitor Performance Metrics
- Track the performance of URL structures via:
- Bounce rate
- CTR (Click-Through Rate) on classified listings
- Search engine rankings
- Refine the template as needed based on data insights.
9. Documentation and Training
- Develop training materials and documentation for internal SayPro teams and contributors explaining:
- The logic behind URL formats
- How to use tools to preview or generate clean URLs
- Best practices to follow during manual posting
β Expected Outcomes
- Clean, SEO-friendly URLs that attract organic traffic.
- Higher engagement and trust due to consistent and readable URL structures.
- Streamlined ad listing process and fewer user complaints regarding navigation.
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