Mobile use is growing rapidly, now at 75% as of December 2014. This is critical for businesses since 94% mobile users are seeking local information from their smartphone. With the increase of mobile users shopping on their smartphones, Google will soon be releasing an algorithm that penalizes non mobile-friendly sites.
What Exactly is Mobile Friendly?
Google insist that a mobile-friendly site must meet the criteria listed below:
- Avoid Flash
- Readable text that does not need zoom
- Content is sized according to the screen
- Links are spaced out so the correct one can be tapped
How Can I Test My Site?
If you are looking to test your entire site, use the Google Webmaster’s Mobile Usability Report. Check individual URL’s with the Google Developers Mobile-Friendly Test Tool.
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