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Why Isn't My Photography Website Showing Up On Google?

Feb 27, 2026 | By: PhotoBiz Knowledge Base

Why Isn’t My Photography Website Showing Up on Google?

If your photography website is not appearing in Google search results, it does not necessarily mean something is broken.

PhotoBiz websites are built with search engine best practices already in place. When a site does not appear in Google, the cause is typically related to indexing, content, or timing, not the platform itself.

This guide walks you through the most common reasons a website may not appear in search results and how to troubleshoot each one.

STEP ONE

Check if your website is indexed.

Go to Google and search for:
site:yourdomain.com

(Replace yourdomain.com with your actual domain.)

This search shows the pages Google has indexed for your website.

  • If results appear: Google has already indexed part (or all) of your site.

  • If no results appear: Your website or specific pages may not be indexed yet.

If only your homepage appears, Google may still be processing the rest of your pages.

STEP TWO

Verify Your Domain in Google Search Console

Google Search Console allows you to confirm that Google can properly crawl and index your website.

Log into Google Search Console and verify your website using the Domain property option.

If your DNS is managed by PhotoBiz, verification is completed by adding a TXT record in your PhotoBiz DNS settings.

Once verified:

  1. Open the Page Indexing report.

  2. Review whether pages are:

    • Indexed

    • Crawled but not indexed

    • Excluded due to an error

    • Blocked by a setting

If your domain is not verified, Google cannot provide accurate indexing data.

Need help verifying your domain?
How to Verify Your Domain with Google Search Console Using PhotoBiz DNS Tools
https://support.photobiz.com/blog-post/how-do-i-verify-my-website-with-google-search-console

STEP THREE

Review and Customize Your SEO Settings

PhotoBiz pages automatically use Auto SEO, which generates meta information based on your site name and page content. While this is a strong starting point, customized SEO often improves performance.

To review your settings:

  1. Log into your PhotoBiz account.

  2. Open the page you want to appear in search results.

  3. Click SEO in the top-right corner.

Confirm that the page:

  • Is set to Auto or Custom SEO

  • Has a clear, descriptive Meta Title

  • Includes a compelling Meta Description

  • Uses a short, descriptive Friendly URL (slug)

For stronger results, include:

  • Your photography specialty

  • Your city or service area

  • Clear language describing who the page is for

You can use ASK PHOTOBIZ AI to generate optimized SEO based on your services and location, or manually enter custom metadata.

After making updates, click SAVE CHANGES.

Step-by-step guide:
How to Customize SEO for Your PhotoBiz Website Pages: 

https://support.photobiz.com/blog-post/how-to-customize-seo-for-pages

STEP FOUR

Make Sure Your Content Is Strong and Unique

Google prioritizes helpful, original content.

Pages may struggle to rank if they:

  • Contain very little text

  • Repeat the same content across multiple pages

  • Do not clearly describe services or location

Each page should clearly explain:

  • What type of photography you offer

  • Where you provide services

  • What makes your approach unique

Adding detailed, location-specific content helps Google understand exactly what you do and who you serve.

You can use Text Editor Blocks to expand your content or use ASK PHOTOBIZ AI to generate structured, relevant copy.

Learn more:
How to Use Text Editor Blocks

https://support.photobiz.com/blog-post/how-to-use-text-editor-blocks

Why PhotoBiz Websites Are Built for Google

All PhotoBiz websites are developed with search engine best practices already in place. You do not need additional plugins, third-party tools, or custom coding to make your website search-friendly.

Every PhotoBiz site includes:

  • Clean, crawlable code structure

  • Mobile-responsive design (optimized for mobile-first indexing)

  • Fast, optimized hosting

  • Secure HTTPS encryption

  • Built-in XML sitemap

  • Customizable meta titles and descriptions

  • Friendly URL structure

  • Image optimization tools and alt text

  • Integrated Google Search Console verification support

The technical SEO foundation is already built into your website.

If your site is not appearing in search results, it is almost always related to indexing status, content quality, domain verification, or time, not the platform itself.

FINAL STEP

Allow Time for Google to Process Changes

SEO updates are not instant.

After publishing new content or updating SEO settings, it can take several weeks for Google to:

  • Re-crawl your site

  • Re-index updated pages

  • Adjust search rankings

New domains often take longer to gain visibility.

Continue adding helpful content and avoid making frequent major changes while Google processes updates.

Additional Helpful Notes

  • Paid ads do not improve organic rankings.
  • Submitting your sitemap in Google Search Console can help Google discover pages faster.
  • Consistent content updates improve long-term visibility.
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