Technical Definition
Image SEO optimizes images for search visibility and page performance. Elements: descriptive file names, alt text, image compression, proper sizing, responsive images, lazy loading, image sitemaps. Images appear in image search and universal results. Balance quality with file size for Core Web Vitals.
Simple Explanation (ELI13)
Image SEO is optimizing your images for search and performance. Use descriptive file names and alt text so Google understands what images show. Compress images so they load fast. Images can bring traffic through Google Images, and slow-loading images hurt your Core Web Vitals.
Related Terms
Alt Text, Image Compression, Image Sitemap, Performance
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