Pennfoster.edu - SEO Checker

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Overview of the SEO Check
Meta information
80% 
Page quality
85% 
Page structure
67% 
Link structure
75% 
Server
78% 
External factors
100% 
SEO Score
Response time
1.23 s
File size
217.90 kB
Words
1406
Media files
66
Number of links
167 internal / 27 external

Task list of SEO Improvements

Meta specifications

Title
(Critically important)
Accredited College, High School & Career School Online | Penn Foster
The page title should be shorter than 580 pixels. It is 633 pixels long. Optimize title
There are word repetitions in the page title.
Meta description
(Critically important)
Penn Foster offers self-paced, affordable programs in our high school, college & career school. Your education is here. Learn about our programs today.
The length of the meta description is perfect. (932 pixels out of 1000 max pixel length)
Crawlability
(Critically important)
There are no problems in accessing the website.
Canonical URL
(Important)
https://www.pennfoster.edu/
There is a valid canonical link specified.
Language
(Somewhat important)
Language detected in text: en
Language defined in HTML: en
Server location: Canada
The following language is defined by HTML: en
Alternate/Hreflang Links
(Somewhat important)
There are no alternate links specified on this page.
Other meta tags
(Somewhat important)
There is no rel next meta tag on this page.
There is no rel prev meta tag on this page.
Domain
(Somewhat important)
The domain is no subdomain.
The domain length is good.
The domain does not contain non-latin characters.
Page URL
(Somewhat important)
No parameters were found in the URL.
No session ID was found in the URL.
The URL does not have too many subdirectories.
Charset encoding
(Somewhat important)
The charset encoding (UTF-8) is set correctly.
Doctype
(Nice to have)
The doctype HTML 5 is set correctly.
The doctype is placed at first in the HTML code.
Favicon
(Nice to have)
The favicon is linked correctly.

Meta tags

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Page quality

Content
(Critically important)
Words from the H1 heading are not used in the page content.
This page contains 1406 words. That's ok.
22.8% of the text are stop words.
Keywords used in the page title are also used in the page content. That's good!
The page contains a listing, which indicates a good text layout.
9 paragraphs were found on this page.
No placeholders texts or images were found.
There are no duplicates on the site.
The average number of words per sentence of 15.92 words is good.
Frames
(Critically important)
This page does not use a frameset.
Mobile optimization
(Somewhat important)
No Apple touch icon is specified.
A viewport "width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0" is provided.
Bold and strong tags
(Somewhat important)
The usage of strong and bold tags is perfect. We recommend the use of up to 28 tags for this page.
Image SEO
(Somewhat important)
Alt text (alternative text) is correctly used on all found images.
Social Networks
(Nice to have)
This page is optimized perfectly for social networks.
Additional markup
(Nice to have)
No additional page markup was found.
HTTPS
(Somewhat important)
This website uses HTTPS to protect privacy and integrity of the exchanged data.
All included files are also transferred via HTTPS.

Media list

URLAlt attributeTitle
...31&hash=F98D61E82D584480BCB07EE1CB8F0C3EPenn Foster logo.

Page structure

H1 heading
(Critically important)
Thrive Your Way
Too many H1 headings
The H1 heading is too short (15 characters). It should be at least 20 Characters long.
Headings
(Important)
The heading structure is perfect.

Heading structure

Heading levelContent
H1 Thrive Your Way
H1 Career Training on Your Timeline
H2 Our Top Programs
H2 Learn In-Demand Skills
H2 Not sure if the Penn Foster program you’re interested in will fit your budget?
H2 Your Goals, Your Timeline
H3 How does online school work?
H3 Need to provide training for your workers?
H4 See How Penn Foster Worked For These Students
Some internal link anchor texts are too long.
Some anchor texts are used more than once.
The number of internal links is ok.
All internal links are not using dynamic parameters.
There are too many external links (27) on this page.

Found links on this page

LinkAttributesAnchor text
https://www.pennfoster.edu/Anchor Skip to content
/request-info-formSubdomain Request Info
A-TITLE Request Info
https://enroll.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Enroll Now
A-TITLE Enroll Now
https://www.pennfoster.edu/IMG-ALT Penn Foster logo.
/programs/automotiveAutomotive & Engine Repair
/programs/automotive/auto-repa...Subdomain Automotive Repair Technician Career Diploma
/programs/automotive/diesel-me...Subdomain Diesel Mechanics/Heavy Truck Maintenance Career Diploma
/programs/automotive/motorcycl...Subdomain Motorcycle Repair Technician Career Diploma
/programs/automotive/small-eng...Subdomain Small Engine Repair Career Diploma
/programs/automotiveAll 4 Programs
A-TITLE All 4 Programs
/blog/is-diesel-mechanic-a-goo...Is Becoming a Diesel Mechanic a Good Career?
IMG-ALT Is Diesel Mechanic a Good Career
/blog/can-i-get-ase-certified-...Can I Get ASE Certified Online?
IMG-ALT Get ASE Certified Online
/programs/businessBusiness
/programs/business/accounting-...Subdomain Accounting Associate Degree
/programs/business/administrat...Subdomain Administrative Assistant Career Diploma
/programs/business/bookkeeping...Subdomain Bookkeeping Career Diploma
/programs/business/business-ma...Subdomain Business Management Associate Degree
/programs/business/business-ma...Subdomain Business Management Bachelor's Degree
/programs/business/tax-prepara...Subdomain Tax Preparation Career Diploma
/programs/businessAll 22 Programs
A-TITLE All 22 Programs
/blog/how-to-start-your-own-bu...How To Start Your Own Business
IMG-ALT How to start your own business
/blog/bookkeeper-and-accountin...What’s the Difference Between Bookkeeping & Accounting
IMG-ALT Bookkeeper Vs. Accounting
/programs/computersComputers & Electronics
/programs/computers/autocad-ce...Subdomain AutoCAD® Certificate
/programs/computers/computer-i...Subdomain Computer Information Systems Associate Degree
/programs/computers/electronic...Subdomain Electronics Technician Career Diploma
/programs/computers/it-support...Subdomain IT Support Specialist Career Diploma
/programs/computersText duplicate All 4 Programs
A-TITLE All 4 Programs
/blog/why-become-an-it-support...4 Reasons to Become an IT Support Specialist
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/programs/educationChild Care & Education
/programs/education/cda-prep-u...Subdomain CDA Credential Prep Undergrad. Cert.
/programs/education/child-care...Subdomain Child Care Professional Career Diploma
/programs/education/child-psyc...Subdomain Child Psychology Certificate
/programs/education/early-chil...Subdomain Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
/programs/education/general-st...Subdomain General Studies Undergrad. Cert.
/programs/educationAll 6 Programs
A-TITLE All 6 Programs
/blog/how-to-get-the-education...How to Get the Education to Work with Children
IMG-ALT How to get the education to work with children
/blog/catch-up-with-2013-gradu...Catch Up With 2013 Graduate of the Year De Janiera Thomas
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/programs/legalCriminal Justice & Legal
/programs/legal/criminal-justi...Subdomain Criminal Justice Associate Degree
/programs/legal/criminal-justi...Subdomain Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree
/programs/legal/legal-secretar...Subdomain Legal Secretary Career Diploma
/programs/legal/paralegal-care...Subdomain Paralegal Career Diploma
/programs/legal/paralegal-stud...Subdomain Paralegal Studies Associate Degree
/programs/legal/private-invest...Subdomain Private Investigator Career Diploma
/programs/legalAll 7 Programs
A-TITLE All 7 Programs
/blog/how-to-become-a-private-...How to Become A Private Investigator
IMG-ALT How to Become a Private Investigator
/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-cri...How to Prepare for a Criminal Justice Career
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/programs/creativeDesign & Creative Services
/programs/creative/dressmaking...Subdomain Dressmaking and Design Career Diploma
/programs/creative/event-plann...Subdomain Event Planning Career Diploma
/programs/creative/interior-de...Subdomain Interior Decorator Career Diploma
/programs/creative/interior-de...Subdomain Interior Design Associate Degree
/programs/creative/graphic-des...Subdomain Graphic Design Associate Degree
/programs/creative/wedding-pla...Subdomain Wedding Planner Career Diploma
/programs/creativeAll 9 Programs
A-TITLE All 9 Programs
/blog/should-i-become-a-graphi...Should I Become A Graphic Designer?
IMG-ALT A P and an F designed to look like an open book and resemble a graduation cap
/blog/why-should-i-get-a-degre...Why Should I Get a Degree in Interior Design?
IMG-ALT A P and an F designed to look like an open book and resemble a graduation cap
/programs/healthcareHealthcare
/programs/healthcare/medical-a...Subdomain Medical Assistant Career Diploma
/programs/healthcare/medical-a...Subdomain Medical Administrative Assistant Career Diploma
/programs/healthcare/medical-b...Subdomain Medical Billing and Coding Career Diploma
/programs/healthcare/dental-as...Subdomain Dental Assistant Career Diploma
/programs/healthcare/optician-...Subdomain Optician Exam Prep Career Diploma
/programs/healthcare/pharmacy-...Subdomain Pharmacy Technician Professional Career Diploma
/programs/healthcareAll 18 Programs
A-TITLE All 18 Programs
/blog/what-healthcare-career-i...What Healthcare Career is Right for You?
IMG-ALT A person in a suit and tie wearing a lab coat and a stethoscope, holding an ipad and gesturing to another person with folded hands
/blog/medical-billing-and-codi...Medical Billing & Coding Diploma Helps Grad Enter Growing Field
IMG-ALT A person with dark skin and dark hair wears a suit and uses a calculator
/programs/tradesSkilled Trades & Industrial
/programs/trades/construction-...Subdomain Construction Trades Career Diploma
/programs/trades/gunsmith-care...Subdomain Gunsmith Career Diploma
/programs/trades/hvac-technici...Subdomain HVACR Technician Career Diploma
/programs/trades/industrial-el...Subdomain Industrial Electronics and Electrical Maintenance Technology Associate Degree
/programs/trades/plumber-caree...Subdomain Plumber Career Diploma
/programs/trades/residential-e...Subdomain Residential Electrician Career Diploma
/programs/tradesText duplicate All 18 Programs
A-TITLE All 18 Programs
/blog/how-to-study-for-a-hands...How to Study for a Hands-On Job as an HVACR Technician
IMG-ALT How to study to be a HVAC Technician
/blog/how-to-become-an-electri...How to Become a Residential Electrician
IMG-ALT How to Become an Electrician
/programs/fitnessFitness & Nutrition
/programs/fitness/fitness-and-...Subdomain Fitness and Nutrition Certificate Certificate
/programs/fitness/gourmet-cook...Subdomain Gourmet Cooking Certificate Certificate
/programs/fitnessAll 2 Programs
A-TITLE All 2 Programs
/blog/how-to-boost-your-career...How to Boost Your Career in Fitness and Nutrition
IMG-ALT A P and an F designed to look like an open book and resemble a graduation cap
/blog/how-your-health-can-fuel...How Your Health Can Fuel Your Career
IMG-ALT A P and an F designed to look like an open book and resemble a graduation cap
/programs/travelTravel & Hospitality
/programs/travel/caterer-caree...Subdomain Caterer Career Diploma
/programs/travel/guest-service...Subdomain Guest Service Agent Career Diploma
/programs/travel/hotel-and-res...Subdomain Hotel and Restaurant Management Career Diploma
/programs/travel/travel-and-to...Subdomain Travel Agent Career Diploma
/programs/travelText duplicate All 4 Programs
A-TITLE All 4 Programs
/blog/guide-to-becoming-an-eve...Guide to Becoming an Event Planner
IMG-ALT A P and an F designed to look like an open book and resemble a graduation cap
/blog/reasons-to-become-a-trav...3 Reasons to Become a Travel Agent
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/programs/veterinaryVeterinary
/programs/veterinary/dog-obedi...Subdomain Dog Obedience Trainer/Instructor Career Diploma
/programs/veterinary/pet-groom...Subdomain Pet Grooming Certificate
/programs/veterinary/veterinar...Subdomain Veterinary Assistant Career Diploma
/programs/veterinary/veterinar...Subdomain Veterinary Practice Management Undergrad. Cert.
/programs/veterinary/veterinar...Subdomain Veterinary Technician Associate Degree
/programs/veterinary/veterinar...Subdomain Veterinary Technology Bachelor's Degree
/programs/veterinaryAll 8 Programs
A-TITLE All 8 Programs
/blog/q-and-a-with-a-veterinar...Q&A With a Veterinary Technician Graduate
IMG-ALT A P and an F designed to look like an open book and resemble a graduation cap
/blog/what-does-a-vet-tech-doWhat Does a Veterinary Technician Do?
IMG-ALT A woman with fair skin and dark hair wears scrubs and holds a small dog whose leg is wrapped
/high-schoolHigh School
/high-school/diplomaHigh School Diploma
A-TITLE High School Diploma
/high-school/high-school-diplo...English Language Training
A-TITLE English Language Training
/blog/question-and-answer-with...Q&A With a Penn Foster High School Parent
IMG-ALT Two woman look at a computer screen, smiling
/es-mx/high-school/diploma-de-...Aprende inglés o mejora tu dominio mientras obtienes tu diploma de escuela secundaria.
IMG-ALT niña estudiando en la computadora portátil en casa.
/why-penn-fosterLearn More
/admissionsText duplicate Learn More
/why-penn-foster/learningAbout Online Education
/admissions/tuitionTuition & Payment Options
/about/accreditationAccreditation & Affiliations
/why-penn-foster/reviewsStudent Success Stories
/academicsAcademics
/admissions/militaryMilitary Benefits
/why-penn-foster/instructorsOur Faculty
https://www.pennfoster.edu/blogLearner Resources
/why-penn-foster/learning/faqFrequently Asked Questions
https://partners.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain For Organizations
A-TITLE For Organizations
/programsAll Programs
A-TITLE All Programs
https://www.pennfostergroup.co...New window External Subdomain Login
A-TITLE Login
/why-penn-fosterText duplicate Learn More
/admissionsText duplicate Learn More
/why-penn-foster/learningText duplicate About Online Education
/admissions/tuitionText duplicate Tuition & Payment Options
/about/accreditationText duplicate Accreditation & Affiliations
/why-penn-foster/reviewsText duplicate Student Success Stories
/academicsText duplicate Academics
/admissions/militaryText duplicate Military Benefits
/why-penn-foster/instructorsText duplicate Our Faculty
https://www.pennfoster.edu/blogText duplicate Learner Resources
/why-penn-foster/learning/faqText duplicate Frequently Asked Questions
https://partners.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Text duplicate For Organizations
A-TITLE For Organizations
https://www.pennfostergroup.co...New window External Subdomain Text duplicate Login
A-TITLE Login
/request-info-formSubdomain Text duplicate Request Info
A-TITLE Request Info
https://enroll.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Text duplicate Enroll Now
A-TITLE Enroll Now
https://enroll.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Get Started
A-TITLE Enroll Now
/programsExplore All Programs
A-TITLE Explore All Programs
https://enroll.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Get Started Today!
A-TITLE Enroll Now
/programsText duplicate Explore All Programs
A-TITLE Explore All Programs
/high-school/diplomaText duplicate Learn More
A-TITLE Learn More
/programs/veterinary/veterinar...Subdomain In Demand Veterinary Technician Associate Degree Penn Foster's online, AVMA-CVTEA accredited Vet Tech Program can help prepare you for a career working in ve...
IMG-ALT veterinary technician checks dog's ear.
/programs/healthcare/medical-b...Subdomain In Demand Medical Billing and Coding Career Diploma This online, self-paced program can train you to start working toward a medical billing and coding career...
IMG-ALT medical billing and coding technician organizing medical records.
/programs/trades/hvac-technici...Subdomain In Demand HVACR Technician Career Diploma Prepare to become an HVAC technician, HVAC installer, or refrigeration mechanic with our self-paced, online trainin...
IMG-ALT HVACR technician working on commercial air conditioner.
/programs/healthcare/medical-a...Subdomain In Demand Medical Assistant Career Diploma 11 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT two medical assistants reading charts
/programs/computers/it-support...Subdomain In Demand IT Support Specialist Career Diploma 3 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT IT technician using laptop in server room.
/programs/healthcare/dental-as...Subdomain In Demand Dental Assistant Career Diploma 3 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT dental assistant talking with patient.
/programs/trades/residential-e...Subdomain In Demand Residential Electrician Career Diploma 7 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT electrician on ladder installing lights in home.
/programs/healthcare/pharmacy-...Subdomain In Demand Pharmacy Technician Professional Career Diploma 13 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT pharmacy technician reading chart in pharmacy.
/programs/veterinary/veterinar...Subdomain In Demand Veterinary Assistant Career Diploma 12 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT veterinary assistant getting face licked by dog.
/tuition-calculatorCalculate Your Tuition Now
A-TITLE Calculate Your Tuition Now
https://www.pennfoster.edu/blogSee Our Learner Resources
A-TITLE Visit Our Career Resource Center
/programs/healthcare/medical-b...Subdomain In Demand Medical Billing and Coding Career Diploma 10 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT medical billing and coding technician organizing medical records.
/programs/veterinary/pet-groom...Subdomain Updated Pet Grooming Certificate 2 months As low as $50/mo
IMG-ALT pet groomer brushing dog on a table.
/programs/business/starting-a-...Subdomain Starting Your Own Business Certificate 3 months As low as $50/mo
IMG-ALT clothing designer working at a desk.
/programs/business/administrat...Subdomain Administrative Assistant Career Diploma 6 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT administrative assistant talks on headset.
/programs/business/bookkeeping...Subdomain Bookkeeping Career Diploma 6 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT man sitting at a desk with papers and a calculator.
/programs/business/tax-prepara...Subdomain New Tax Preparation Career Diploma 4 months As low as $59/mo
IMG-ALT tax preparer at desk with client.
/blog/how-do-online-classes-workText duplicate Learn More
A-TITLE Learn More
/college/individual-coursesText duplicate Learn More
A-TITLE Learn More
/why-penn-foster/reviewsRead Student Stories
A-TITLE Read Student Stories
https://partners.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Training for Organizations
A-TITLE Training for Organizations
/request-info-formSubdomain Text duplicate Request Info
A-TITLE Request Info
https://enroll.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Text duplicate Enroll Now
A-TITLE Enroll Now
https://www.pennfoster.edu/IMG-ALT penn foster footer logo.
https://www.facebook.com/pennf...New window External Subdomain IMG-ALT Facebook social icon.
https://www.instagram.com/penn...New window External Subdomain IMG-ALT Instagram social icon.
https://x.com/PennFosterNew window External IMG-ALT X social icon.
https://www.youtube.com/pennfo...New window External Subdomain IMG-ALT YouTube social icon.
https://www.linkedin.com/schoo...New window External Subdomain IMG-ALT LinkedIn social icon.
https://www.pinterest.com/penn...New window External Subdomain IMG-ALT Pinterest social icon.
https://www.tiktok.com/@penn_f...New window External Subdomain IMG-ALT TikTok social icon.
/about/accreditationAccreditation
/about/our-history-missionOur History & Mission
/why-penn-foster/instructorsText duplicate Our Faculty
/admissions/militaryMilitary
https://partners.pennfoster.edu/New window External Subdomain Partnership
https://us232.dayforcehcm.com/...New window External Subdomain Careers @ Penn Foster
https://partners.pennfoster.ed...New window External Subdomain News & Media
/affiliate/contact-usSubdomain Affiliate Partnerships
https://pennfoster.creator-spr...New window External Subdomain Bookstore
/about/contact-usContact Us
/sitemapSite Map
https://www.pennfoster.edu/blogText duplicate Learner Resources
https://www.pennfostergroup.co...New window External Subdomain Student Login
https://www.ashworthcollege.edu/New window External Subdomain Ashworth College
https://www.nyiad.edu/New window External Subdomain New York Institute of Art & Design
https://www.nyip.edu/New window External Subdomain New York Institute of Photography
/copyright-and-termsCopyright And Terms
/privacy-policyPrivacy Policy
/accessibilityAccessibility
https://optout.portal2learn.co...New window External Subdomain Do Not Sell My Personal Information
/request-info-formSubdomain Text duplicate Request Info
A-TITLE Request Info
https://enroll.pennfoster.edu/External Subdomain Text duplicate Enroll Now
A-TITLE Enroll Now

Server configuration

HTTP redirects
(Critically important)
This page redirects to "https://www.pennfoster.edu/"
HTTP header
(Important)
The X-powered header is sent within the response header. (unnecessary)
The web server transmits the web page (HTML) in compressed form.
Performance
(Somewhat important)
The page response time is slow (1.23 seconds). The response time should be less than 0.4 seconds. Slow websites are bad for search engine bots and also result in bad user experience.
The file size of the HTML document is fine (218 kB).

HTTP Response Header

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