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Take your business global without losing relevance

Expanding into new markets is complex — language, search behavior, and technical requirements all change. I make sure your site is structured, optimized, and authoritative in every market you want to reach.

Hreflang implementation Market research Multilingual SEO Global link building International site structure Cultural search behavior

Who this is for

Is this the right service for you?

Here's who gets the most out of International SEO — and what they typically come to me with.

Businesses expanding internationally

You've built a strong foundation domestically and you're ready to enter new markets. I make sure your SEO infrastructure is built to scale across borders from day one.

E-commerce with global products

If you sell products that ship internationally, ranking in the right markets means you're not leaving revenue on the table — or handing it to competitors.

SaaS and digital-first companies

Digital products often have global audiences from the start. I help you build the visibility infrastructure to capture demand in every major market relevant to your product.

How it works

A clear process with no black boxes

Here's exactly what happens when we work together on International SEO — step by step.

International market research

Before targeting any market, I research search volume, competitive landscape, and user behavior by country. Not every market is worth the same investment — I help you prioritize based on opportunity and feasibility.

Technical international setup

Hreflang tags, URL structure (ccTLDs vs subdirectories vs subdomains), international sitemaps, and geo-targeting in Google Search Console — I implement the technical foundation that tells search engines exactly which content is meant for which audience.

Market-specific content strategy

Search behavior varies significantly across languages and cultures. I develop content strategies that reflect how people in each target market actually search — not just translated versions of your English content.

Global authority building

Building links from locally-relevant, authoritative publications in each target market is essential for international ranking. I run targeted outreach campaigns to build the regional authority signals each market requires.

What's included

Everything you need, nothing you don't

Every International SEO engagement includes the following — clearly scoped, transparently delivered, and tailored to your specific situation.

International market analysis

Opportunity sizing and competitive analysis for each target market before you commit budget.

Hreflang implementation

Full technical setup ensuring search engines serve the right content to the right audience.

International site architecture

Recommendations and implementation for optimal URL structure across languages and regions.

Market-specific keyword research

Keyword research conducted in each target language — not just translated English terms.

Regional link building

Outreach to authoritative publications and websites in each target market.

International GSC setup

Google Search Console configured for each target market with ongoing monitoring.

Case Study — E-commerce

Page 1 rankings in 4 markets within 8 months

An e-commerce client selling premium home goods had strong US rankings but no international presence despite shipping globally. After a full international SEO buildout covering the UK, Canada, Australia, and Germany — including hreflang implementation, market-specific keyword research, and regional link acquisition — they achieved page 1 rankings for their primary product terms in all four markets within 8 months. International revenue grew to represent 38% of total online sales.

Markets on page 1

38%

International revenue

8mo

To rankings

UK flagship term

We were shipping globally but invisible internationally. Now we're ranking in every market we care about.

Alex H.

Hearthwell Home Co.

FAQ

Questions about International SEO

Honest answers to what most people ask before getting started.

Do I need separate websites for each country?

Not necessarily. The right structure depends on your resources, goals, and the markets you're targeting. I'll recommend between ccTLDs, subdirectories, or subdomains based on what makes the most strategic and technical sense for your situation.

What if I don't have translated content yet?

We can phase the international rollout to align with your content production capacity. I'll help you prioritize which markets and which pages to tackle first for the biggest impact.

Is Google the dominant search engine in every market?

Not always. In Russia, Yandex is significant. In China, Baidu dominates. In South Korea, Naver matters. I'll advise on which search engines to prioritize based on your target markets.

Do you handle translation?

I work with professional translation partners and can manage the process, but translation itself isn't included in the base engagement. What I do provide is search-intent guidance to ensure translated content matches how people in each market actually search — not just literal translations.

How do reviews and local signals work internationally?

They work similarly to domestic local SEO but on market-specific platforms. Google Reviews matters everywhere Google is dominant, but platforms like Trustpilot (UK/Europe) and market-specific directories also play a role.

Ready to get started?

Let's talk about your international seo goals

Book a free 30-minute strategy call — no pressure, no pitch. Just an honest conversation about where you are and how I can help get you where you want to be.

Free 30-min call · No contracts · Results in 90 days or less