Lately, I came across this internet marketing site promoting so call "Freemium Site" membership by Mr Ankur Shukla. There are 3 levels of membership. Entry level Silver at US
I was promoting Ankur Shukla products earlier in the year. But it took six months to get paid my commissions. So I won't have anything to do with the guy.
Hi Glen, Thanks for the feedback. Is it Freemium membership that you have tried. I was offered 2 freemium sites for US497. That was very expensive. If he promotes it at US100, I may consider to try it out.
Nowadays, I am being bombarded with email almost daily from him and I have marked it a spam.
Anyway, glad to hear that you got back all the money that you deserved. [Kelsey]
I was not promoting his freemium membership sites. He constantly develops and releases new products into the market place.
Hi Michael, Thanks for the link. It is a good reference site for checking up on scam products. I tried to search "Freemium membership" but it was not listed. Maybe they might have it listed under a different name.
So far I have purchased 2 products from JVZoo and rather unhappy with the products. The first one cost under US10 but was loaded with Upselling. I was smart enough not to take up the offer. The second one, I felt a bit cheated. Initially, I was recommended the basic plugin at US27. Minutes later, the pro version popped up with advance features offering at US37. For that, I couldn't resist and fell for it. So now the basic version becomes a white elephant.
However, the support from JVZoo was good. I ran into some problems trying to activate the plugin hosted by WA. I raised the support ticket and within an hr after 3 emails correspondence, it was resolved on the same day. This is something that I cannot fault JVZoo as a company. [Kelsey]
I don't like the taste of the caveats on this "somewhat favorable review" https://www.newsonlineincome.com/jvzoo/
I'd run from this one!
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Freemium membership by ankur shukla?
Lately, I came across this internet marketing site promoting so call "Freemium Site" membership by Mr Ankur Shukla. There are 3 levels of membership. Entry level Silver at US
I was promoting Ankur Shukla products earlier in the year. But it took six months to get paid my commissions. So I won't have anything to do with the guy.
Hi Glen, Thanks for the feedback. Is it Freemium membership that you have tried. I was offered 2 freemium sites for US497. That was very expensive. If he promotes it at US100, I may consider to try it out.
Nowadays, I am being bombarded with email almost daily from him and I have marked it a spam.
Anyway, glad to hear that you got back all the money that you deserved. [Kelsey]
I was not promoting his freemium membership sites. He constantly develops and releases new products into the market place.
Hi Michael, Thanks for the link. It is a good reference site for checking up on scam products. I tried to search "Freemium membership" but it was not listed. Maybe they might have it listed under a different name.
So far I have purchased 2 products from JVZoo and rather unhappy with the products. The first one cost under US10 but was loaded with Upselling. I was smart enough not to take up the offer. The second one, I felt a bit cheated. Initially, I was recommended the basic plugin at US27. Minutes later, the pro version popped up with advance features offering at US37. For that, I couldn't resist and fell for it. So now the basic version becomes a white elephant.
However, the support from JVZoo was good. I ran into some problems trying to activate the plugin hosted by WA. I raised the support ticket and within an hr after 3 emails correspondence, it was resolved on the same day. This is something that I cannot fault JVZoo as a company. [Kelsey]
I don't like the taste of the caveats on this "somewhat favorable review" https://www.newsonlineincome.com/jvzoo/
I'd run from this one!
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I have incidentally made the Affiliate Disclosure as a page instead of as a post. Should I leave it as it is or change it back to a post? [Kelsey]
Hi Loes, Thanks, got it. It stays where it is.....Page. Pardon for the late response. Just got up from bed local time. You have a great day ahead. [Kelsey]
Ha ha ha. It's Mon morning 8.30am. So good night to you. Catch up with you later on. Sleep well. [Kelsey]
Kelsey, you are ok as I have mine as a page rather than a post so don't worry about it. xxx
Hi Trish, Thanks for the video clip. I didn't know that there is a plugin for this. This comes in really handy. Much appreciated. [Kelsey]
According to the FTC the affiliate disclosure should appear before or near to every affiliate link on your website.
https://marionblackonline.com/affiliate-disclosures/
According to the FTC
"Although there are no fines for violations of the FTC Act, law enforcement actions can result in orders requiring the defendants in the case to give up money they received from their violations."
https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking
Hi Marion. Thanks for the link. Will digest the article to have a better understanding. [Kelsey]
.
"Are you monitoring bloggers?
Generally not, but if concerns about possible violations of the FTC Act come to our attention, we’ll evaluate them case by case. If law enforcement becomes necessary, our focus usually will be on advertisers or their ad agencies and public relations firms. Action against an individual endorser, however, might be appropriate in exceptional circumstances."
https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking#about
.
"What is the legal basis for the Guides?
The Guides are intended to give insight into what the FTC thinks about various marketing activities involving endorsements and how Section 5 might apply to those activities. The Guides themselves don’t have the force of law. "
https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking#about
It depends on the program, but for example, you'll find it easiest to put Amazon's Affiliate Disclosure "“We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.” in the footer, using a Text Widget as it needs to be displayed where ever you show Amazon links.
Hi Richard, Thanks for the advice. That a good idea to place the Affiliate Disclosure. Will look into that. [Kelsey]
Yep, I would definitely post the affiliate disclosure as a page since it's not something you'll be updating often. That, your privacy policy, and about me section can all be published on your site as pages. Hope that helps.
Hi Pete, That's what I have done too. Seems like great men/ladies think alike. Ha ha ha. Thanks and much appreciated. [Kelsey]
I would leave it alone. On my site I made the website disclosure statement a page that can be accessed through my sub-menu. On my About Me page if you hover over this link in my navigation a drop down menu is displayed. It includes disclosure statement, privacy policy, and my contact page.
Good question
Ken
Hi Ken, Thanks for the early bird reply. Much appreciated. On second thought, I did the right thing after all. I have mine on the footer beside the privacy policy. [Kelsey]
My take is that an affiliate disclosure is important enough to be placed as a page. It should stand out and doesn't change as frequently as most content!
Hi Michael, Thanks for the prompt reply. That's what I thought too. I think it is appropriate to leave it as a page. Nobody will ever comment on it. And it is very unlikely that I need to update it all. [Kelsey]
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Affiliate disclosure - a page or post?
I have incidentally made the Affiliate Disclosure as a page instead of as a post. Should I leave it as it is or change it back to a post? [Kelsey]
Hi Loes, Thanks, got it. It stays where it is.....Page. Pardon for the late response. Just got up from bed local time. You have a great day ahead. [Kelsey]
Ha ha ha. It's Mon morning 8.30am. So good night to you. Catch up with you later on. Sleep well. [Kelsey]
Kelsey, you are ok as I have mine as a page rather than a post so don't worry about it. xxx
Hi Trish, Thanks for the video clip. I didn't know that there is a plugin for this. This comes in really handy. Much appreciated. [Kelsey]
According to the FTC the affiliate disclosure should appear before or near to every affiliate link on your website.
https://marionblackonline.com/affiliate-disclosures/
According to the FTC
"Although there are no fines for violations of the FTC Act, law enforcement actions can result in orders requiring the defendants in the case to give up money they received from their violations."
https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking
Hi Marion. Thanks for the link. Will digest the article to have a better understanding. [Kelsey]
.
"Are you monitoring bloggers?
Generally not, but if concerns about possible violations of the FTC Act come to our attention, we’ll evaluate them case by case. If law enforcement becomes necessary, our focus usually will be on advertisers or their ad agencies and public relations firms. Action against an individual endorser, however, might be appropriate in exceptional circumstances."
https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking#about
.
"What is the legal basis for the Guides?
The Guides are intended to give insight into what the FTC thinks about various marketing activities involving endorsements and how Section 5 might apply to those activities. The Guides themselves don’t have the force of law. "
https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking#about
It depends on the program, but for example, you'll find it easiest to put Amazon's Affiliate Disclosure "“We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.” in the footer, using a Text Widget as it needs to be displayed where ever you show Amazon links.
Hi Richard, Thanks for the advice. That a good idea to place the Affiliate Disclosure. Will look into that. [Kelsey]
Yep, I would definitely post the affiliate disclosure as a page since it's not something you'll be updating often. That, your privacy policy, and about me section can all be published on your site as pages. Hope that helps.
Hi Pete, That's what I have done too. Seems like great men/ladies think alike. Ha ha ha. Thanks and much appreciated. [Kelsey]
I would leave it alone. On my site I made the website disclosure statement a page that can be accessed through my sub-menu. On my About Me page if you hover over this link in my navigation a drop down menu is displayed. It includes disclosure statement, privacy policy, and my contact page.
Good question
Ken
Hi Ken, Thanks for the early bird reply. Much appreciated. On second thought, I did the right thing after all. I have mine on the footer beside the privacy policy. [Kelsey]
My take is that an affiliate disclosure is important enough to be placed as a page. It should stand out and doesn't change as frequently as most content!
Hi Michael, Thanks for the prompt reply. That's what I thought too. I think it is appropriate to leave it as a page. Nobody will ever comment on it. And it is very unlikely that I need to update it all. [Kelsey]
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Is it worthwhile installing the Clicky plugin to track web analytics? There were 2, one by clicky and another by Yoast. Which is better? Anyone using either one? Your feedb
Hi. Kelsey.
Listen...I'm going into my second year here and have not even completed the training modules yet. I am in no hurry.
I have however, followed Kyle's suggestions on leaving certain things alone regarding analytics, etc. because the WP SEO and 'Google Analytics' take care of themselves.
This is my opinion only. I am not a big fan of 'plugins' But everything that I am doing now might change over time.
I am a firm believer that a 'Website' is a living, breathing thing that needs to be nurtured daily.
I have no idea what 'Clicky' is but I thank you for bringing it our attention here at WA.
Sorry if I am off track regarding your question but hope that my response helps in some way.
Kindest always,
Paul.
Plugin clicky to track web analytics?
Is it worthwhile installing the Clicky plugin to track web analytics? There were 2, one by clicky and another by Yoast. Which is better? Anyone using either one? Your feedb
Hi. Kelsey.
Listen...I'm going into my second year here and have not even completed the training modules yet. I am in no hurry.
I have however, followed Kyle's suggestions on leaving certain things alone regarding analytics, etc. because the WP SEO and 'Google Analytics' take care of themselves.
This is my opinion only. I am not a big fan of 'plugins' But everything that I am doing now might change over time.
I am a firm believer that a 'Website' is a living, breathing thing that needs to be nurtured daily.
I have no idea what 'Clicky' is but I thank you for bringing it our attention here at WA.
Sorry if I am off track regarding your question but hope that my response helps in some way.
Kindest always,
Paul.
After installing Yoast and de-activate SEO -All In One, should I also uninstall it completely or just leave it there as it is.
It offers more information per page or post as to whether your content is compliant to Google.
Below are some of the items that are checked for by SEO Yoast. These are actual from one of my page. There are actually gree lights and red lights next to each item. As you correct items the lights will change from red to green.
OK SEO score
You have not used the focus keyword in any subheading (such as an H2) in your copy.
OK SEO score
You've used this focus keyword once before, be sure to make very clear which URL on your site is the most important for this keyword.
Good SEO score
This page has 0 nofollowed link(s) and 6 normal outbound link(s).
Good SEO score
The keyword density is 1.1%, which is great; the focus keyword was found 7 times.
Good SEO score
The meta description contains the focus keyword.
Good SEO score
The length of the meta description is sufficient.
Good SEO score
The images on this page contain alt attributes with the focus keyword.
Good SEO score
The text contains 665 words. This is more than or equal to the recommended minimum of 300 words.
Good SEO score
The page title has a nice length.
Good SEO score
The focus keyword appears in the URL for this page.
You don't get this kind of info from All In One.
Hope this helps
Ed
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Uninstall seo all in one after installing yoast?
After installing Yoast and de-activate SEO -All In One, should I also uninstall it completely or just leave it there as it is.
It offers more information per page or post as to whether your content is compliant to Google.
Below are some of the items that are checked for by SEO Yoast. These are actual from one of my page. There are actually gree lights and red lights next to each item. As you correct items the lights will change from red to green.
OK SEO score
You have not used the focus keyword in any subheading (such as an H2) in your copy.
OK SEO score
You've used this focus keyword once before, be sure to make very clear which URL on your site is the most important for this keyword.
Good SEO score
This page has 0 nofollowed link(s) and 6 normal outbound link(s).
Good SEO score
The keyword density is 1.1%, which is great; the focus keyword was found 7 times.
Good SEO score
The meta description contains the focus keyword.
Good SEO score
The length of the meta description is sufficient.
Good SEO score
The images on this page contain alt attributes with the focus keyword.
Good SEO score
The text contains 665 words. This is more than or equal to the recommended minimum of 300 words.
Good SEO score
The page title has a nice length.
Good SEO score
The focus keyword appears in the URL for this page.
You don't get this kind of info from All In One.
Hope this helps
Ed
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Currently I am using free Merlin theme and would like to purchase a feature premium theme. I read some reviews claiming that Socrates is a good theme for internet marketing. I
Hi, Did you ever come right with your Socrates Theme? I can't get mine to customize, so thinking it may not be compatible with WA.
I am using Iconic theme its clean and neat - what is so special about the Socrates theme is it a WordPress Theme?
It seems like this is popular for internet marketers. Hope the review is useful for you. [Kelsey]
http://www.socratestheme.com/rave-reviews/
Hi Kelsey, I want to change my theme as well and was thinking about Socrates, too.
Cheers
Andrew
That makes two of us. Wonder if there is any Black Friday special offer. What theme are you using right now? [Kelsey]
I have "only" iconic one. It is easy and clean, but I need more pictures.
You can look at my side if you want: internet-incomes.com
Yah your site looks a bit like plain Jane. Would be great to add some toppings and cherry to brighten it up. [Kelsey]
Hi Michael, Thanks for the fast response and the link. Visited the site and it looks impressive and highly customizable. [Kelsey]
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Premium theme - merlin or socrates?
Currently I am using free Merlin theme and would like to purchase a feature premium theme. I read some reviews claiming that Socrates is a good theme for internet marketing. I
Hi, Did you ever come right with your Socrates Theme? I can't get mine to customize, so thinking it may not be compatible with WA.
I am using Iconic theme its clean and neat - what is so special about the Socrates theme is it a WordPress Theme?
It seems like this is popular for internet marketers. Hope the review is useful for you. [Kelsey]
http://www.socratestheme.com/rave-reviews/
Hi Kelsey, I want to change my theme as well and was thinking about Socrates, too.
Cheers
Andrew
That makes two of us. Wonder if there is any Black Friday special offer. What theme are you using right now? [Kelsey]
I have "only" iconic one. It is easy and clean, but I need more pictures.
You can look at my side if you want: internet-incomes.com
Yah your site looks a bit like plain Jane. Would be great to add some toppings and cherry to brighten it up. [Kelsey]
Hi Michael, Thanks for the fast response and the link. Visited the site and it looks impressive and highly customizable. [Kelsey]
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Never heard of that