Why the developers created a lot of H1 headings?

Stranger · Aug 03, 2022, 03:22 AM

I am confused to the point of wanting to die. The official WordPress repository features a commonly known template titled "Twenty Thirteen." Why did developers create several H1 headings and what is their purpose? Is it possible that using multiple H1 headings instead of just one will result in penalties from search engines like Google, Baidu, Bing or Yahoo?

Additionally, the article title is repeated three times. The source code provided includes various H1 headings such as "Site name," "Title of the article" (twice), "Post Navigation," "3 comments on the article 'Title of the article'," "Add comment," "Site sections" and "Recent posts." Some of these are visible to visitors while others are present only in the source code.

Sevad · Aug 03, 2022, 03:35 AM

Quote from: Stranger on Aug 03, 2022, 03:22 AMwill there be sanctions from Google, Baidu, Bing, Yandex, and others for using a large number, and not just one H1 heading?

I think, there will not be any sanctions from SEs.
As I know, if there are many H1 headings, they (H1s) will be considered (their meaning) as H2 headings.

Stranger · Aug 03, 2022, 03:45 AM

Maybe because the developers are not SEO specialists, and they spat on all this nonsense from a high tower😂
Different people from different planets...

_AnnA_ · Aug 03, 2022, 04:21 AM

Quote from: Stranger on Aug 03, 2022, 03:45 AMDifferent people from different planets...

No, they didn't want to give a damn. They just have no idea about all this nonsense.
So take a template and edit according to your knowledge. ))

Stranger · Aug 03, 2022, 04:31 AM

Quote from: Sevad on Aug 03, 2022, 03:35 AMI think, there will not be any sanctions from SEs.
As I know, if there are many H1 headings, they (H1s) will be considered (their meaning) as H2 headings.

Pretty much the same as what I was talking about.
However, among the top competitors in the niche, I did not find a single site whose pages have more than one H1 per page.

-DM- · Aug 03, 2022, 05:29 AM

Quote from: Stranger on Aug 03, 2022, 03:22 AMWhy and for what purpose did developers create many H1 headings?

What bothers you? Use - means they have in mind a certain structure of the page. If you will have a different structure, you can use one header. The HTML standard does not limit the number of headings, it only declares that the hierarchy of headings corresponds to the structure of the dоcument.

Quote from: Stranger on Aug 03, 2022, 03:22 AMIf we leave everything as it is, will there be sanctions from Google, Baidu, Bing, Yandex, and others for using a large number, and not just one H1 heading?

Spat PS on the number of headlines. They use them only as an auxiliary tool for understanding the content.

Ali_Pro · Aug 03, 2022, 05:53 AM

Quote from: Stranger on Aug 03, 2022, 04:31 AMHowever, among the top competitors in the niche, I did not find a single site whose pages have more than one H1 per page.

I don't know about your competitors, but there are 8 h1s on this page:

https://yandex.ru/

Stranger · Aug 03, 2022, 06:46 AM

With the requirements of the search engines, everything is clear.
Just in case, I've edited the template...

To spite the competitors.

jeyavinoth · Oct 06, 2022, 03:39 AM

New guidelines for HTML5 <h1> usage dictate that each root or content section should have a single set of <h1> tags. Additionally, there should always be a level header between the <h1> opening <body> tag and the first content section to indicate the entire dоcument.

When an <h1> level header is used to designate a content section, it must be the first header in that section for it to serve as a section label. Lastly, if an <h1> header is used to indicate a section of web content, any other headers within that section must be H2 or lower in order to ensure an accurately structured dоcument.

EssayPro · Aug 25, 2023, 03:34 AM

The use of multiple H1 headings in the "Twenty Thirteen" template of WordPress is primarily a design choice made by the developers. It allows for better structuring and organizing of the content on the webpage. Each H1 heading serves a different purpose, such as indicating the site name, article titles, post navigation, comments section, etc.

From an SEO perspective, using multiple H1 headings may not necessarily result in penalties from search engines like Google, Baidu, Bing, or Yahoo. While it is generally recommended to have only one H1 heading per page for SEO purposes, using multiple H1 headings alone is unlikely to lead to penalties. However, it is important to ensure that the overall structure and content of the webpage align with best practices for search engine optimization.

Regarding the repetition of the article title three times, this could be an oversight or an intentional design decision. Repetition can sometimes be used for emphasis or to improve accessibility for screen readers. However, it's hard to determine the exact intent without more information about the specific website in question.

When it comes to using multiple H1 headings on a webpage, it is generally recommended to stick to best practices for search engine optimization (SEO) and web accessibility. While there is no hard rule against using multiple H1 headings, it is important to consider the following points:

1. Semantic Structure: H1 headings are typically used to convey the main heading or title of a page. It helps search engines and users understand the primary focus of the content on that page. Using multiple H1 headings might dilute this semantic structure and make it harder for search engines to determine the main topic.

2. User Experience: Clear and concise headings can greatly enhance the user experience. Multiple H1 headings may lead to confusion or make it challenging for users to quickly grasp the content hierarchy and flow.

3. SEO Impact: While multiple H1 headings alone may not result in penalties from search engines, it is generally considered best practice to have only one H1 heading per page. Using strategic H1 headings that accurately represent the content can improve keyword relevance and help search engines better understand the page context.

4. HTML5 Sections: With the introduction of HTML5, developers have more flexibility in structuring web pages. HTML5 introduced sectioning elements like `<header>`, `<nav>`, `<article>`, `<aside>`, and `<footer>`. These elements allow for better organization of content without relying solely on multiple H1 headings.

In summary, while using multiple H1 headings might not immediately lead to penalties from search engines, it is generally recommended to adhere to best practices, which include using only one H1 heading per page. This helps maintain semantic structure, improves user experience, and allows search engines to better understand the content of the page.