International SEO Services
Get found around the world with JDR Group's international SEO services.

Get Found Worldwide
If you want to attract new customers to your website from specific countries and regions around the world, then you need specialist international SEO services.
On this page you'll discover the work that international SEO involves and what is required to get your business ranking well around the world. You'll also find our approach to international SEO, as part of a comprehensive digital marketing strategy - plus case studies and success stories.
So read on to learn more - and if you're ready to see how JDR can help your business, then click the button below to book a meeting with us, and let's get started!
Take Your Business Global With Confidence
In the digital age, businesses are no longer confined to their local markets. The world is your oyster, and international SEO services are the key to unlocking global growth.
But what is international SEO?
Simply put, it's a set of strategies aimed at improving your visibility on search engines in different countries and languages. It's about reaching out to potential customers around the globe, in a way that resonates with them.
This is where JDR Group comes in.
We specialise in providing comprehensive international SEO services. Our goal is to help your business get found by customers around the world. We understand the challenges small business owners face in developing effective global marketing strategies.
That's why we're here to help.
Our approach to international SEO is tailored to your specific needs. We believe in creating a global SEO strategy that is measurable, sustainable, and that is part of a successful overall marketing strategy.
So, are you ready to take your business to the next level with international SEO?
Let's dive in and explore how JDR Group's international SEO services can help you increase sales and achieve predictable growth.
Set Your Website Up for International SEO Success
International SEO is more than just translating content for new markets. It involves optimising a website so that search engines recognise which countries you want to target. It's also about which languages you use for different regions.
Imagine your product resonating with audiences in diverse cultures. This is crucial for businesses looking to expand globally. Effective international SEO improves visibility across search engine results in various countries and languages.
Consider how search engines function differently across the world. While Google dominates many markets, others like Baidu and Yandex are leaders in specific regions. An international SEO strategy takes these nuances into account, ensuring your content aligns with the preferences of local search engines. With international SEO, businesses can expand their reach, engage a wider audience, and stand out in the competitive global market.

The Role of International SEO in Global Expansion
Expanding into international markets opens up new opportunities. However, success in these markets depends on visibility and engagement. This is where international SEO plays a vital role.
By optimising your site for international audiences, you make it easier for potential customers to find you. International SEO ensures that your business can engage effectively with audiences across different markets, thus driving sales and growth.
Why Small Businesses Need International SEO
Small businesses often struggle with limited resources. working with an International SEO agency can help optimise your resources for maximum return. By leaving SEO to the experts, it frees you and your team up to work on other important work, and means you get better results.
Many small businesses face challenges in marketing efforts that fail to deliver. International SEO not only helps achieve better visibility and more traffic in the short-medium term, but in the long run it's one of the best investments you can make in your marketing.
Part Of Your Wider Marketing Strategy
International SEO will work best as part of an overall marketing digital marketing strategy. JDR Group are more than just an international SEO agency, we can be an entire outsourced marketing department for your business. With our clients, we help them to create a strategy, produce content, and drive traffic through SEO, PPC, Social Media and more. We also specialise in using HubSpot as a CRM system to track all leads and as a marketing automation platform to nurture leads.
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OUR Approach to International SEO Services
At JDR Group, we recognise the complexities of international SEO. We offer tailored solutions that address these challenges. Our approach begins with a thorough understanding of your business goals and target markets.
We believe in creating strategies that align with your unique needs. This involves identifying the right keywords for different regions and tailoring content for cultural relevance. We prioritise a comprehensive strategy that covers both technical SEO and content optimisation.
Our team conducts in-depth market analysis. This identifies opportunities and potential competition. By understanding local market dynamics, we craft effective SEO plans that ensure your website ranks well internationally. To get started, use our live calendar to book a meeting with us below:
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Key Components of Successful International SEO
Building a successful international SEO strategy involves several core components. These include multilingual SEO, technical SEO elements like hreflang tags and geo-targeting, keyword research, and targeted international link building.
Finally, a successful international SEO strategy must be supported by reliable analytics and KPIs to track performance. This data-driven approach ensures your strategies deliver results.
Multilingual SEO and Global Keyword Research
Global keyword research is essential for targeting specific regions. Different cultures use different search terms. Identifying these keywords requires an understanding of local dialects and vernacular usage. By researching keywords within each cultural context, businesses improve the relevance of their SEO efforts. This leads to better search engine rankings and improved user engagement. JDR Group employs cutting-edge tools to conduct thorough keyword research, ensuring your business stands out in global markets.
If your target customers search in different languages, then you'll need to consider multilingual website content, and multilingual SEO. You may need to have multiple versions of your website or landing pages for different languages and/or regions to ensures your content speaks directly to each relevant audience. This can require more than word-for-word translations, and even involve adjusting idiomatic expressions and cultural references.
Hreflang Tags and Geo-Targeting
Technical SEO elements like hreflang tags ensure that search engines present the right version of your website to users. These tags communicate the language and regional targeting, reducing user confusion.
Geo-targeting involves setting up strategies to deliver content relevant to specific locations. This technique includes using URLs, server settings, and localised content to cater to regional audiences.
Ensuring mobile compatibility is crucial as well. Mobile usage varies globally, requiring adaptive strategies. JDR Group focuses on optimising websites for mobile devices, ensuring seamless user experience across markets. These technical aspects ensure your content reaches the right audience in the most effective way.
Accelerate Your Reach With International Paid Advertising
Google Ads, Facebook advertising and LinkedIn advertising are all ways of reaching highly targeted international markets quickly and effectively and should be considered alongside an SEO campaign.
You may want to test your website, landing pages and keywords first with Google Ads before investing big resources into SEO – or you may find that to get the traction you want at the speed you want, SEO won’t do it alone and you need to have these paid channels to accelerate the process.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OUR International SEO SERVICES?
Keyword research
The starting point for any search marketing decisions is understanding how your customers search. We'll research which words and phrases they search for, and in which language, on a country-by-country basis. This will determine the SEO strategy we choose to use.
SEO strategy
There has to be an overall SEO strategy for you to see the best possible results. This includes factoring in keywords, but also your customers buying behaviour and search intent, your competition, and your websites user experience – and tying this in with your business goals and marketing strategy overall.
Onsite SEO
Once the best keywords have been identified, the pages of your website need to be amended to make them as relevant as possible for those search terms and to ensure they have the content which your prospects are looking for. Onsite SEO includes editing the on-page content, as well as page headlines, images and meta tags.
Link Building
Links are still a significant part of SEO, and despite a number of changes made by Google over the years the quantity and quality of links to your website from other sites around the web remain one of the most important ranking factors.
Technical SEO
Most websites have lots of technical errors in the code, and minimising and correcting these technical errors, as well as reducing the load speed of your website will improve your Google rankings.
Content Marketing
Publishing fresh, unique and thought-leading articles and videos on a regular basis is a key part to growing your website traffic, building an audience and attracting inbound links as well as getting found for ‘long tail’ keywords. Our team can write articles and produce these videos for you, as a ‘done for you’ service.
Monitoring rankings & Analytics
With Google making regular updates, as well as competitors changing and adjusting their websites, your rankings will fluctuate. We monitor these for you so that if your rankings drop for any reason, we can act quickly - and also so that we can regularly report back to you on progress being made.
Ecommerce SEO
Ecommerce websites tend to have large numbers of product pages and there are some SEO challenges that come with this, so ecommerce SEO helps overcome these and ensure you get found for searches for your products ad your brands.
Tailoring An InternationAl SEO Programme
Every business is unique, and so are its marketing needs. JDR Group customises global marketing strategies to suit each client. We begin with a deep dive into understanding your industry and target audience.
By recognising the distinct factors of each market, we tailor strategies that resonate locally. This includes cultural customisation and SEO localisation. Our aim is to ensure your brand message aligns seamlessly with diverse cultural contexts.
Our customised strategies extend to various channels. We leverage social media, content marketing, and link building to enhance your international presence. With JDR Group, you gain a marketing plan that is both comprehensive and uniquely suited to your global ambitions.
Overcoming International SEO Challenges
Expanding globally introduces numerous challenges. At JDR Group, we tackle these head-on. One major challenge is managing different languages and cultural nuances. We address this with multilingual SEO and cultural customisation.
Another challenge is the complexity of technical SEO across borders. Different search engines have unique requirements. We apply our technical expertise to ensure compliance and effectiveness. We implement strategies like hreflang tags and mobile optimisation to meet these demands.
Navigating privacy laws and regulations is also crucial. Different countries have varying data protection requirements. We ensure your SEO strategies comply with these laws, safeguarding your business against potential pitfalls. By addressing these challenges, JDR Group helps your business thrive globally without unnecessary hurdles. So to get started today, book a free discovery call with us.
Case Studies & Example Results
Here are a few example case studies & example results - too see more go to our Case Studies page or watch this video.
This case study is from the professional services sector - a small, specialist firm of consultants. The background of the business was a group of partners that had performed a management buyout a few years ago - and while they are subject matter experts, they are not experts in sales and marketing and had no method (other than word of mouth) of winning new accounts.
This case study comes from a specialist machine manufacturer who sell products worldwide and wanted to improve their digital/online presence, to compliment the sales they achieve through trade shows/exhibitions. They have a technical product, which involves a large capital investment from customers, so there is a long sales cycle. We have been working with them since June 2016 to develop their marketing... this is their story.
This client is a manufacturer who sell via resellers and to trade customers, but decided to open up an E-commerce website in 2013 to allow them to sell direct to the general public. The new website provided a useful source of additional leads as well as sales with better margins and better cash flow, but did not take off so after a frustrating experience with a previous marketing agency, they decided to start working with JDR in 2017.
Over the course of 14 years we have worked on hundreds, even thousands of marketing campaigns - ranging from traditional outbound campaigns (telemarketing, direct mail, events etc) to modern inbound techniques (SEO, content, social media etc). In the past two years we have developed something which goes beyond a campaign, or individual marketing tactics - we've developed an entire system for sales and marketing that helps businesses grow.
When people are considering working with us, the main question is 'what results can I expect?' In the marketing industry, false hopes are a problem - marketing agencies often over promise, which leads to customers becoming disappointed and even disillusioned with marketing as a whole. At JDR, we try to paint a realistic picture and also to avoid making specific forecasts - but we can share examples of other clients' results. We do this through our marketing case studies, but in this article we can share the average results that our customers get - and even track these results over a three year period.
Wrendale Designs is a giftware company, selling B2B and B2C, who have experienced massive growth over the past few years. Unfortunately, their technology stack hadn’t kept up with the speed of their growth and they were outgrowing their systems. The various platforms marketing, sales, and service were using were cobbled together and all data was siloed. Marketing was fractured across MailChimp, their website, and their ERP, with no sync between the three platforms. They wanted to monitor their marketing success and better communicate with their customers.
How to Get Started with International SEO on a Budget
Starting international SEO doesn’t have to break the bank. With strategic planning, small businesses can achieve substantial results even with limited resources.
Focus first on markets with the highest potential. Conduct basic market research to understand where your products or services may find a receptive audience abroad.
Next, prioritise cost-effective tactics. Start with simple multilingual SEO adjustments like translating key pages. This ensures your offer resonates with local audiences without hefty investments.
Tips for Small Business Owners
Begin by optimising your existing content for international markets. This involves minimal outlay but can significantly increase reach and relevance abroad.
Focus on building a local presence in new markets. Claim free business listings on region-specific platforms. This enhances visibility and improves search engine rankings locally.
Regularly update and refine your strategies. Monitor metrics carefully and be ready to adapt. Agile approaches help capitalise on emerging opportunities without requiring extensive resources.
Partner with an experienced international SEO agency like JDR Group. They can offer valuable guidance to maximise your budget and streamline efforts for growth. Small businesses can effectively venture into international markets with these thoughtful approaches.
Measuring the Success of Your International SEO Efforts
Tracking the effectiveness of your international SEO strategy is crucial. Without measurement, it’s impossible to know what’s working or where improvements are needed.
Set specific, measurable goals to evaluate progress. These should align with your broader business objectives. By doing so, you gain insight into your strategy's impact.
Monitoring organic traffic growth in international markets provides a clear indicator of success. It's important to track both global and country-specific metrics.
The user engagement rate is another valuable metric. It reveals how your international audience interacts with your content. Regular analysis of these metrics ensures ongoing improvement.
Analytics and KPIs for International SEO
The use of analytics is fundamental in tracking international SEO performance. Tools such as Google Analytics offer insights into user behavior, referral sources, and geographic data.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are essential. They include metrics like conversion rates, bounce rates, and page load times, tailored to each target market.
Tracking keyword rankings across different countries is also vital. It helps identify opportunities for improvement and measures competitive standing. JDR Group utilises comprehensive analytics to refine SEO strategies and drive international growth.
The Future of International SEO and Staying Ahead
The landscape of international SEO is constantly evolving. With changing algorithms and user preferences, staying updated is crucial for success. Adapting quickly to these changes ensures continued global visibility.
Businesses must remain proactive. Keeping a pulse on industry shifts helps identify new opportunities and mitigate risks. Being ahead of the curve is essential in competitive global markets.
Leveraging advanced technologies is key. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are revolutionising SEO. These technologies enhance accuracy in targeting and offer improved user insights, paving the way for more refined strategies.
Emerging Trends and Innovations
Voice search is reshaping how users find information. Tailoring content to match conversational queries increases accessibility and engagement worldwide. Businesses must adapt to accommodate this growing trend.
Localising mobile experiences has gained importance. People use their phones more than ever, especially in emerging markets. Ensuring mobile-friendly content can improve reach and usability.
AI-powered tools are enhancing international SEO efforts. These innovations offer automated insights into market behaviors and competitor actions. Utilising them can lead to more informed and effective SEO strategies, fostering global growth.
JDR Group: More Than Just AN SEO Agency
To make the most of international SEO, you also need an effective overall marketing strategy, and high levels of lead generation. With JDR, we can help beyond SEO alone, we have an entire sales and marketing system that will mean you get results.

Our Six Step Marketing System
Over the past ten years, we have created a comprehensive 6-step sales and marketing system which we use and follow in our own business as well as with many small and medium sized businesses around the UK.

GET A CLEAR MARKETING STRATEGY
We can help you develop your messages, your USPs, your branding and develop a wider marketing strategy including your website, SEO, email marketing, lead generation and more.

GET AN EFFECTIVE SALES STRATEGY
We can help you improve your sales systems and processes to convert more leads and enquiries successfully.

WEBSITE DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
To get the best results, you may need to develop, improve or even redesign your website – this is something we can do for you.

CONTENT CREATION
We write articles, guides, eBooks and blogs for a wide range of different businesses in a variety of different industries, as well as creating videos, and visual content (like infographics). We can create content for your business too – so you can have this content 100% ‘done for you’.

CRM
It’s vital not to let a single lead slip through the net, and also to track how every lead is dealt with – this requires a good CRM system and it to be used effectively by you and/or your salespeople. We advise business owners on cost-effective (often free) CRM systems, and set up and implement CRM for them as well as providing training so that you and your team actually use it effectively.

FOLLOWING UP LEADS
Not all leads will buy straight away, you’ll need to follow up effectively and persistently in order to get the best possible results from any lead generation activity and marketing investment. We can help, with use of CRM system, but also email marketing, retargeting, and using automated follow up systems using marketing automation software.

MEASUREMENT & TRACKING
As a client of JDR, you’ll know where every single lead, enquiry and sale has come from, so we know which marketing efforts are working and which ones are not. We set up systems to track inbound phone calls, emails, form submissions and online transactions/sales via your website, and then to track what happens to every new contact past the initial enquiry or purchase.
Speak To An International SEO Expert
To find out more, let’s start a conversation - you can book a call with one of our experts using our online diary link.
There’s no cost and we can provide some free initial advice as well as discuss your options with you.