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  • Is it okay to rewrite thread titles for better SEO?

    Paula Derrenger

    Member

    Updated: Apr 30, 2025
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    n our community, members often post discussions with titles like “Need help!” or “Quick question.” These aren’t very helpful for others browsing or searching later. So I usually rewrite them to be more descriptive and clear. It also helps with SEO and makes the threads easier to find.

    But recently, one of the members reached out and asked why I changed their title. They said they preferred their original version.

    Is it okay to rewrite thread titles posted by members for better clarity and SEO?

    How do others handle this? Do you ask for permission, inform the member, or just go ahead and do it? Curious to know what’s worked in your communities.

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  • Kaustubh Katdare

    Founder • 3w

    Hi Paula, great question! Yes, it's absolutely okay to change titles of threads for clarity and better SEO. We do it all the time in all our communities. Some of the members won't like it; but that's okay. There are several advantages of rewriting titles from vague "help please" to something more sensible and descriptive.

    • It improves the user experience for other members
    • It helps search engines understand the content
    • Your local community search will return better results
    • It shows the seriousness of the community towards creating good content

    So, don't worry. Feel free to update the titles for better SEO.

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  • Paula Derrenger

    Member • 3w

    Thank you, Kaustubh. I didn't for a moment think that updated title would offend the member.

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  • Erin May

    Member • 2w

    This is a very interesting topic. Could you share a few examples of titles optimized for search engines?

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  • Kaustubh Katdare

    Founder • 2w

    Sure. I've used ChatGPT to give you examples from the actual communities that we run -

    1. User's intention: Needs help fixing an error

      • User's title: Help needed
      • SEO title: How to Fix Login Issues in WordPress (Step-by-Step Help Needed)

    2. User's intention: Wants to know about advertising

      • User's title: Question about ads
      • SEO title: How Do Google Ads Work for Small Businesses? [Beginner Question]

    3. User's intention: Facing a technical error while uploading images

      • User's title: Error when uploading images
      • SEO title: How to Solve “Image Upload Failed” Error in Shopify

    4. User's intention: Seeks advice on website design

      • User's title: Need advice on website design
      • SEO title: Best Website Design Tips for Service-Based Businesses (Need Advice)

    5. User's intention: Wants SEO improvement tips

      • User's title: SEO help please
      • SEO title: How Can I Improve My Blog’s SEO Ranking? (Help Requested)

    6. User's intention: Looking for ideas for a community event

      • User's title: Community event ideas?
      • SEO title: Creative Event Ideas to Boost Engagement in Online Communities

    7. User's intention: Facing issues with payment processing

      • User's title: Issue with payment gateway
      • SEO title: How to Troubleshoot Stripe Payment Gateway Errors in WooCommerce

    8. User's intention: Wants to grow an online presence

      • User's title: How to grow?
      • SEO title: How to Grow a New YouTube Channel to 1000 Subscribers (Fast Methods)

    There are several advantages of rewriting titles optimised for SEO:

    1. Easy to understand
    2. Better SEO
    3. More clicks
    4. Better self-learning
    5. Reduces moderator work
    6. Sets a positive standard
    7. Improves search and discovery

    Let me know if you need more examples.

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  • Paula Derrenger

    Member • 2w

    Thank you! This is really helpful.

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