What is Schema Markup?
Schema markup is structured code (JSON-LD) added to your pages to help Google understand your content and display rich results.
Popular types
- ●LocalBusiness: Local business (address, hours, phone)
- ●Article: Blog articles
- ●Product: E-commerce products (price, availability, reviews)
- ●FAQ: Frequently asked questions
- ●BreadcrumbList: Breadcrumb navigation
- ●Organization: Company information
Rich results
Schema markup can generate "rich snippets" in Google: review stars, prices, expandable FAQs, etc. These visual elements significantly increase CTR.
Recommended format
Google recommends the JSON-LD format (JavaScript Object Notation for Linked Data) embedded in a tag.
SEO Impact
Structured data doesn't directly improve ranking, but rich results increase visibility and CTR in SERPs.
Related Terms
What is Author Schema?
Author Schema is structured markup that identifies a content's author to strengthen E-E-A-T with Google.
What is a Rich Snippet?
A rich snippet is an enhanced search result with additional visual information (reviews, prices, FAQ).
What is JSON-LD?
JSON-LD is Google's recommended format for implementing structured data (schema.org) on your web pages.
What is Schema.org?
Schema.org is the standardized vocabulary for structured data, recognized by Google, Bing, and Yahoo.
What is FAQ Schema?
FAQ schema is structured markup that displays expandable Q&A in Google results.
What is BreadcrumbList Schema?
BreadcrumbList schema displays your page's breadcrumb navigation directly in Google results.