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Meta information
77% 
Page quality
67% 
Page structure
79% 
Link structure
63% 
Server
20% 
External factors
24% 
SEO Score
Response time
0.94 s
File size
101.10 kB
Words
667
Media files
17
Number of links
138 internal / 34 external

Task list of SEO Improvements

Meta specifications

Title
(Critically important)
Home Page | NC Wildlife
The length of the page title is perfect. (222 pixels out of 580 max pixel length)
There are no duplicate words in the title
Meta description
(Critically important)
The meta description is missing.
Crawlability
(Critically important)
There are no problems in accessing the website.
Canonical URL
(Important)
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/
There is a valid canonical link specified.
Language
(Somewhat important)
Language detected in text: en
Language defined in HTML: en
Server location: United States of America
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)
No favicon is linked in the HTML code.

Meta tags

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Page quality

Content
(Critically important)
Some words from the page title are not used within the pages content
The average number of words per sentence of 7.91 words is low.
This page contains 667 words. That's ok.
16% of the text are stop words.
The page contains a listing, which indicates a good text layout.
4 paragraphs were found on this page.
No placeholders texts or images were found.
There are no duplicates on the site.
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, shrink-to-fit=no" is provided.
Bold and strong tags
(Somewhat important)
The usage of strong and bold tags is perfect. We recommend the use of up to 13 tags for this page.
Image SEO
(Somewhat important)
12 images have no alt attribute. The content of alt attributes is used by search engines.
Social Networks
(Nice to have)
There are only a few social sharing widgets on the page. Make your website popular in social networks with social sharing widgets.
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
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...EOSyZtvx.Rf2p1h&h=cb92f23b&itok=rydiolsbThe cover of the July August Issue of Wildlife in North
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...3703hiXCtlP2JXl2gN2CDsfKn0&itok=RvvKKsdrNew 2024 Hard Card Licenses
...UO7R0txXV54f7OV.ejSUWfTgyh&itok=pKjfRM2YTwo Bald Biologists Podcast link

Page structure

H1 heading
(Critically important)
There is no H1 heading specified.
Headings
(Important)
The structure of headings is missing one or more levels. Do not skip heading levels.

Heading structure

Heading levelContent
H2 Utility Menu
H2 Popular Topics
H2 Work With Us
H2 Report Wildlife Violations
H2 Follow Us
H2 Podcast
H2 Network Menu
H3 Regulations
H3 Hunting & Trapping
H3 Know CWD
H3 Permit Hunts
H3 Maps & Access
H3 Fishing
H3 Podcast: Listen & Subscribe
H3 Living with Wildlife
H3 Accessible Opportunities
H3 Visit 1 of our 10 Ranges
H3 Classes, Workshops & Events
H3 Subscribe Today! Wildlife In NC Magazine
H3 Latest News
H3 Public Notices
H3 NC Wildlife Merchandise – Something for Everyone!
H3 Download The App
H3 Hard Cards Available
Some internal links have dynamic parameters. All internal URLs, which are not marked as nofollow, should not contain dynamic parameters.
Some anchor texts are used more than once.
The number of internal links is ok.
None of the anchor texts is too long.
There are too many external links (34) on this page.

Found links on this page

LinkAttributesAnchor text
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/Anchor Skip to main content
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/Anchor How you know
https://www.nc.gov/privacyExternal Subdomain view our full privacy policy
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Buy a License
https://vessel.gooutdoorsnorth...External Subdomain Renew a Vessel
/hunting-trapping/after-hunt/b...Report a Harvest
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain eStore
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/donateDonate
/terms-useTerms Of Use
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/IMG-ALT Home
A-TITLE Home
/wildlife-habitatWildlife & Habitat
/wildlife-habitatText duplicate Wildlife & Habitat
/wildlife-habitat/conservation...Conservation & Restoration Programs
/wildlife-habitat/private-land...Private Lands Management
/wildlife-habitat/species-cons...Species Conservation Plans
/wildlife-habitat/speciesSpecies
/wildlife-habitat/aquatic-nuis...Aquatic Nuisance Species
/wildlife-habitat/conservation...Restoring Aquatic Species to North Carolina
/wildlife-habitat/habitatsHabitats
/wildlife-habitat/prescribed-firePrescribed Fire
/wildlife-habitat/nongame-wild...Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee
/wildlife-habitat/conservation...Learn/Resources
/wildlife-habitat/ncwrc-resear...NCWRC Research Initiatives
/wildlife-habitat/wildlife-act...Wildlife Action Plan
/hunting-trappingHunting
/hunting-trappingText duplicate Hunting
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Buy A Hunting License
/hunting/fishing-hunting-trapp...Regulations
/hunting/chronic-wasting-disea...Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)
/hunting-trapping/hunting-trap...Hunting & Trapping Licenses
/hunting/trapping-north-carolinaTrapping
/hunting/huntBefore The Hunt
/hunting/where-hunt-shootWhere to Hunt & Shoot
/hunting/what-huntWhat to Hunt
/hunting/after-huntAfter the Hunt
/hunting/hunter-educationHunter Education
/hunting/resources-huntersResources for Hunters
/hunting/harvest-statisticsHarvest Statistics
/hunting/waterfowl-north-carolinaWaterfowl in North Carolina
/fishingFishing
/fishingText duplicate Fishing
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Buy a Fishing License
http://www.eregulations.com/no...External Subdomain Fishing License Information
/fishing/regulationsText duplicate Regulations
/fishing/where-fish-north-caro...Where to Fish in North Carolina
/fishing/fishing-programsFishing Programs
/fishing/hatcheries-and-stocki...Hatcheries and Stocking
/fishing/coastal-rivers-fisher...Coastal Rivers Fisheries Reports
/fishing/north-carolina-fishin...North Carolina Fishing Records
/fishing/black-bass-north-caro...Black Bass in North Carolina
/fishing/striped-bass-fishing-...Striped Bass Fishing Information
/fishing/trout-fishing-north-c...Trout Fishing in North Carolina
/wildlife-habitat/aquatic-nuis...Text duplicate Aquatic Nuisance Species
/fishing/fishing-research-reportsFishing Research Reports
/boatingBoating
/boatingText duplicate Boating
/boating/registration-and-titlingRegistration and Titling
/boating/boating-access-areasBoating Access Areas
/boating/laws-safetyLaws & Safety
/boating/boating-access-area-e...Boating Access Area Event Permits
/boating/marina-resourcesMarina Resources
/boating/abandoned-and-derelic...Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Program
/boating/report-found-or-missi...Report a Found or Missing Buoy
/educationEducation
/educationText duplicate Education
/education/classes-workshops-e...Classes, Workshops & Events
/hunting/hunter-educationHunter Education Opportunities
/education/boating-education-c...Boating Education Courses
/education/john-e-pechmann-fis...John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center
/education/national-archery-sc...National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP)
/education/youth-hunter-educat...Youth Hunter Education Skills Tournament
/wildlife-control-agentsWildlife Control Agents
/education/educator-workshopsEducator Workshops
/education/educator-resources/...Lesson Plans and Activities
/education/ncwrc-science-commu...Understanding our Wild Life Webinar Series
/education/educator-resources/...Video Links
/education/womens-outdoor-skil...Women's Outdoor Skills Academy: Coming Your Way in Late 2025!
/law-enforcementEnforcement
/law-enforcementText duplicate Enforcement
/enforcement/law-enforcement-o...Law Enforcement Officers
/enforcement/law-enforcement-c...Law Enforcement Careers
/enforcement/boating-safety-ca...Boating Safety Campaigns
/enforcement/fallen-wildlife-e...Fallen Wildlife Enforcement
/enforcement/ginseng-regulationGinseng Regulation
/enforcement/ncwrc-swift-water...NCWRC Swift Water Rescue Program
/enforcement/request-accident-...Request an Accident Report
/outdoorsOutdoors
/outdoorsText duplicate Outdoors
/outdoors/shooting-ranges-nort...Shooting Ranges in North Carolina
/outdoors/accessible-opportuni...Accessible Opportunities
https://www.ncpaws.org/ncwrcma...External Subdomain Interactive Maps
/outdoors/birdwatchingBirdwatching
/geocaching-policy/openGeocaching Policy
/connectConnect
/connectText duplicate Connect
/connect/email-updatesEmail Sign Up
/connect/contact-usContact Us
/connect/have-wildlife-problemHave a Wildlife Problem?
/connect/two-bald-biologists-p...Two Bald Biologists Podcast
/connect/ncwrc-operations-clos...NCWRC Operations, Closings and Alerts
/connect/latest-newsLatest News
/connect/blogBlog
/connect/volunteerVolunteer
/connect/nc-mobile-appNC Mobile App
/connect/wildlife-north-caroli...Wildlife In North Carolina Magazine
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/aboutAbout
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/aboutText duplicate About
/about/commissionersCommissioners
/about/meetingsMeetings
/about/awards-and-recognitionsAwards and Recognitions
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Text duplicate Buy a License
https://vessel.gooutdoorsnorth...External Subdomain Text duplicate Renew a Vessel
/hunting-trapping/after-hunt/b...Text duplicate Report a Harvest
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Text duplicate eStore
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/donateText duplicate Donate
/terms-useText duplicate Terms Of Use
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Text duplicate Buy a License
https://vessel.gooutdoorsnorth...External Subdomain Text duplicate Renew a Vessel
https://www.ncwildlife.org/hun...External Subdomain Report a Big Game Harvest
/hunting/fishing-hunting-trapp...Text duplicate Regulations
/outdoors/accessible-opportuni...Text duplicate Accessible Opportunities
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Take a Class
/hunting/fishing-hunting-trapp...Text duplicate Regulations
IMG-ALT The cover of the 2024-2025 Regulations Digest features a Black Bear looking sideways
/hunting-trappingHunting & Trapping
/connect/have-wildlife-problem...Know CWD
/hunting/hunting-trapping-lice...Permit Hunts
https://www.ncpaws.org/ncwrcma...External Subdomain Maps & Access
/fishingText duplicate Fishing
/connect/two-bald-biologists-p...Podcast: Listen & Subscribe
/connect/have-wildlife-problemLiving with Wildlife
/outdoors/accessible-opportuni...Text duplicate Accessible Opportunities
/outdoors/shooting-ranges-nort...Visit 1 of our 10 Ranges
/education/classes-workshops-e...Text duplicate Classes, Workshops & Events
/connect/wildlife-north-caroli...Subscribe Today! Wildlife In NC Magazine
IMG-ALT The cover of the July August Issue of Wildlife in North
/news/press-releases/2025/02/2...Wildlife Agency Provides Condition of Western NC Trout Waters, Post-Helene
/news/press-releases/2025/02/2...Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee Seeks Membership Nominations
/news/press-releases/2025/02/2...Wildlife Commission Announces Roanoke River Striped Bass Season Closure
/news/latest-newsView More Latest News
/news/press-releases/2025/02/1...Public Comment Period Now Open for 2025-2026 Migratory Game Bird Seasons
/news/press-releases/2025/02/1...Wildlife Commission Notices Temporary Rule to Close Recreational Spotted Seatrout Harvest
/news/press-releases/2025/01/2...Public Notice of January 30, 2025 NWAC Meeting
/news/latest-news?field_press_...View More Public Notices
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain NC Wildlife Merchandise – Something for Everyone!
/connect/nc-mobile-appDownload The App The Go Outdoors North Carolina mobile app helps you have a better day on the water and in the field.
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...External Subdomain Hard Cards Available Upgrade to a collectible, credit-card style license. It’s durable, waterproof, and built for your lifestyle on the water and in the woods!
IMG-ALT New 2024 Hard Card Licenses
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/Anchor A-TITLE Back to top
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...New window External Subdomain Wildlife Service Agent Locator
A-TITLE Wildlife Service Agent Locator (opens up in a new window)
/hunting/regulations/proposed-...Proposed Regulations
A-TITLE Proposed Regulations
/about/meetingsCommission Meetings
A-TITLE Meetings
https://license.gooutdoorsnort...New window External Subdomain Text duplicate eStore
A-TITLE eStore (opens up in a new window)
https://www.ncwildlife.gov/adaADA Policy
https://www.governmentjobs.com...New window External Subdomain Work With Us
A-TITLE NC Government Jobs (opens up in new window)
/enforcement/law-enforcement-c...Text duplicate Law Enforcement Careers
A-TITLE Law Enforcement Careers
/connect/volunteerText duplicate Volunteer
A-TITLE Volunteer
/wildlife-habitat/ncwrc-resear...Internships
https://maps.google.com/maps?f...External Subdomain Headquarters Location
/enforcement/nc-wildtip-turn-p...Turn In Poachers
A-TITLE NC WILDTIP-Turn In Poachers Reward Program
https://www.facebook.com/ncwil...External Subdomain No Text
https://twitter.com/ncwildlifeExternal No Text
https://instagram.com/ncwildlife/External No Text
https://www.threads.net/@ncwil...External Subdomain No Text
https://www.youtube.com/user/N...External Subdomain No Text
https://www.linkedin.com/compa...External Subdomain No Text
/connect/two-bald-biologists-p...IMG-ALT Two Bald Biologists Podcast link
https://nc.gov/External nc.gov
A-TITLE The State of North Carolina
/webform/user_feedback?source_...Website Feedback
A-TITLE Website User Feedback Form
https://www.nc.gov/accessibilityExternal Subdomain Accessibility
A-TITLE Accessibility of State of North Carolina Websites
https://www.nc.gov/disclaimer-...External Subdomain Disclaimer & Terms of Use
A-TITLE Terms of Use
https://www.nc.gov/privacyExternal Subdomain Privacy Policy
A-TITLE State of North Carolina Privacy Policy
https://www.nc.gov/government/...External Subdomain Open Budget
A-TITLE State of North Carolina Open Budget
/report-website-issue-support-...Report a Website Issue with NCWildlife.gov
https://it.nc.gov/services/dig...External Subdomain Hosted on Digital Commons

Server configuration

HTTP redirects
(Critically important)
This page redirects to "https://www.ncwildlife.gov/"
HTTP header
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The HTML page should be transferred using GZip compression.
No X-Powered HTTP header is sent.
Performance
(Somewhat important)
The page response time of 0.94 seconds is longer than the recommended limit of 0.4 seconds. A high response time unnecessarily slows down search engine crawling and results in bad user experience as well.
The file size of the HTML document is fine (101 kB).

HTTP Response Header

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External factors

This page has only a few links from other websites.
This page only has backlinks from 8 referring domains.
This page only has 13 backlinks.
This page only has few backlinks from 8 different ip addresses.

Links from Wikipedia

No links from Wikipedia were found.

Robots.txt

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# and Google. By telling these "robots" where not to go on your site,
# you save bandwidth and server resources.
#
# This file will be ignored unless it is at the root of your host:
# Used:    http://example.com/robots.txt
# Ignored: http://example.com/site/robots.txt
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# For more information about the robots.txt standard, see:
# http://www.robotstxt.org/robotstxt.html

User-agent: *
# CSS, JS, Images
Allow: /core/*.css$
Allow: /core/*.css?
Allow: /core/*.js$
Allow: /core/*.js?
Allow: /core/*.gif
Allow: /core/*.jpg
Allow: /core/*.jpeg
Allow: /core/*.png
Allow: /core/*.svg
Allow: /profiles/*.css$
Allow: /profiles/*.css?
Allow: /profiles/*.js$
Allow: /profiles/*.js?
Allow: /profiles/*.gif
Allow: /profiles/*.jpg
Allow: /profiles/*.jpeg
Allow: /profiles/*.png
Allow: /profiles/*.svg
# Directories
Disallow: /core/
Disallow: /profiles/
# Files
Disallow: /README.txt
Disallow: /web.config
# Paths (clean URLs)
Disallow: /admin/
Disallow: /comment/reply/
Disallow: /filter/tips
Disallow: /node/add/
Disallow: /search/
Disallow: /user/register/
Disallow: /user/password/
Disallow: /user/login/
Disallow: /user/logout/
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Disallow: /index.php/admin/
Disallow: /index.php/comment/reply/
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Disallow: /index.php/search/
Disallow: /index.php/user/password/
Disallow: /index.php/user/register/
Disallow: /index.php/user/login/
Disallow: /index.php/user/logout/
# DS Additions
Disallow: /user
Disallow: /user/login
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