Independence

  • Image SEO for Photographers and Other Visual Artists

    Photographers and other visual artists have a magnificent tool to show off their work these days! It’s called the Internet. On the Web everybody loves great photos and artworks. Thus they spread basically by themselves. How to succeed as a…

  • Why I Banned Google on my Blog

    It’s 2026 and many big publishers consider blocking Google search bots. It’s not a new idea to me! I banned Google on my blog in 2012. Why? Isn’t it ironic for a self proclaimed SEO (as in “search engine optimization”)…

  • Get Personal on Google! Social SEO for Personalized Search

    How to get personal on Google? You don’t have to be rude! Algorithms adapt to your preferences and choices. Google also personalizes search results by default. What does this mean? You get different results than someone else. It has a…

  • Is Pinterest Still Worth it? Or How to Evaluate Social Media Sites/Apps

    You have to evaluate social media opportunities. Pinterest is a great example here. Let’s use it as one! Is Pinterest still worth it? Even in 2026? What about traffic and engagement? See below for details! Hype vs hope Every year…

  • Google Alternatives: Search, Mail, Analytics, Docs…

    * Are you looking for Google alternatives to popular products and services like Then you are in the right place! Why? I’ve been trying to go Google-free since like 2012. Thus I tested lots of potential alternatives over the years.…