The glossary

Exact Match Domain (EMD)

A domain name that closely matches a search phrase a business wants to appear for.

A domain name that closely matches a search phrase a business wants to appear for.

A practical example

A hypothetical local business could choose a domain that combines its service and town.

What to watch for

Matching keywords in a domain is not a shortcut to rankings. Choose a usable brand and support it with relevant, reliable content.

Explore Domain Name and Keyword Research. Try our search result preview for a practical next step. See how this fits into SEO services.

Further reading

Google’s SEO starter guide.