How to Write Headlines That Rank and Get Clicks

Proven headline formulas for SEO and CTR.

No matter how great your content, a bad headline means no clicks.

Psychology

Best headlines combine curiosity, specificity, and promise of value.

Formulas

How to [result] without [pain]. [X] ways to [result]. The complete guide to [topic].

SEO Practices

Include primary keyword. Under 60 chars. Use numbers. Add power words.

Testing

Score on length, word count, power words, emotional words, keywords.

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