International SEO Agency for Global Visibility

International SEO: the key to your digital expansion

Does your website remain invisible on Google in new markets?

Does your site lack a clear structure for language and regions?

Are the wrong country pages leading your visitors nowhere?

International SEO ensures that your content is found, understood and clicked on in every target market-for successful expansion in the digital space.

Global success with our multilingual SEO strategy

We analyze your target markets and work with you to determine the right SEO focus for each country.

Based on this, we plan the optimal structure – including domains, subdomains and hreflang setup.

We create relevant content in the respective language – professionally localized, not just translated.

Then we take care of technical SEO, performance and crawling logic suitable for each language area.

Finally, we measure success with market precision and readjust on the basis of real data.

International SEO: Precisely controlled or haphazardly stumbled?

Global visibility requires more than translation. We show you what really matters – and what can quickly go wrong without a clear strategy.

International SEO without digitalike

Typical weaknesses that we see again and again:

Unclear page structure: Country and language versions are not clearly separated or incorrectly nested.

Missing hreflang tags: Search engines do not recognize which content belongs to which market.

Directly translated instead of localized: Content is linguistically correct, but not relevant to the target market.

Little technical sensitivity: slow loading times, duplicate content or crawl problems go unnoticed.

Success remains invisible: there is a lack of KPIs and metrics that make the market impact truly measurable.

International SEO with digitalike

This is what well thought-out, strategic international SEO looks like for us:

Clearly defined structure: domain strategy, URL logic and directory management fit every market.

Clean hreflang setup: Each language and country version is clearly assignable for Google and users.

Professional localization: content is specifically adapted to cultural, linguistic and search intentions.

Technically coordinated: performance, indexing and structure are optimized for international SEO requirements.

Transparent results: You receive KPIs and analyses per market – for clear decisions and greater visibility.

A clear overview: International SEO made transparent

You want to know what is happening – and why. We show you every step of our work and actively involve you:

Joint planning:
We define target markets, domain strategy and hreflang setup in direct exchange with you.

Insight instead of a black box:
You can see how content is localized, structures are built and SEO measures are prioritized.

Open results:
Whether ranking, traffic or market potential – we share all KPIs clearly, comprehensibly and regularly.

Localization that works: Content that really resonates

Good content is the basis for SEO – but internationally, it’s more than just translation that counts. To ensure that your content really performs in every country, we rely on genuine localization:

Pay attention to cultural nuances

Every market has its own codes – linguistically, visually and in terms of content. We adapt tonality, idioms, imagery and even call-to-actions to local expectations. What comes across as matter-of-fact in Germany can sound distant in Spain – and not emotional enough in the USA. These details determine trust, relevance and conversion.

Really understand search intentions

Only those who know how users search can reach them. We not only analyze keywords per market, but also the underlying search intention: Do users want information, comparisons or to buy directly? This results in content that is tailored to the user’s needs – not just a translated keyword.

Build relevance in the target market

SEO is not a copy-paste project. We incorporate local competitors, market trends and platforms into the content strategy. Depending on the country, this may mean focusing on other portals, prioritizing other content or even picking up on regional events. This will make you visible, relevant – and taken seriously as a brand in the market.

Implementing technology correctly

A good hreflang setup is not enough. We take care of clean URL structures, correct canonicals, loading times and indexability – for each language version and market. So that search engines can correctly assign your content and users land on the right page – without duplicate content or ranking losses.

Differentiate keyword strategy locally

A term can be used in completely different ways depending on the country. We research keywords down to the market – including language variants, synonyms and regional peculiarities. This is the only way content can really be found, because it is based on the real search language of the target group – not on the translation.

Select formats specifically

Text is not equally popular everywhere. Some target groups prefer structured guides, others videos or infographics. We analyze content preferences per market and advise you on the selection of formats that really work there. This is how you make your content visible and effective.

The result?

Dureach your target groups worldwide – with content that ranks, convinces and creates trust.

What Our Clients Say

Uwe and his team have been supporting us for a little over two years now. In this relatively short time, they have consistently impressed us with their extensive expertise and dedication to continuously enhancing the agency’s image. Through tailored analyses, product development, and a trust-based relationship, Uwe and Johannes manage to reaffirm our confidence in our decision every single week.

Mason Hönicke

Teamlead SEO at BAUHAUS

Over the years, our relationship with Digitalike has grown beyond a typical agency-client dynamic – we’ve become colleagues working towards the same goal. Their deep understanding of our business allows us to co-create our SEO strategy, making the collaboration both seamless and enjoyable. The results speak for themselves, as we’ve exponentially increased our SEO budget over the past three years!

Mario Berger

Senior Digital Marketing Manager at A1 Digital

I brought Uwe on board as an SEO expert for one of my projects. The initial SEO audit was convincing in terms of content. With a prioritized roadmap, implementation was smooth and successful.

Charlotte Altmann

CSE-Ventures

Like all other online marketing activities, SEO must contribute to a company’s success. Not everything that can be done is economically sensible – and it’s precisely this balance between effort and benefit that the Digitalike team understands perfectly.

Stephan Czysch

Former Supervisor of the Digitalike Founders

I just wanted to thank you again for the keyword training.
It was absolutely brilliant! It added so much value and, above all, showed me that there’s always more to learn, even if you’re already working in the same field.

Luca Coconi

Founder of BEYONDER

Uwe is professional, competent, fast, 100% reliable, and full of positive energy. With his extensive SEO expertise, he is a tremendous asset to us. Digitalike comes highly recommended. I look forward to further projects together in the future!

Tatjana Todorovic

Former Head of Marketing at Datenschutzexperte.de

We’ve been working closely and trustfully with Digitalike for a long time. They support us not only strategically and technically but also directly implement solutions in our system. They are also a great help with content creation, as they dive deep into complex financial topics and incorporate SEO expertise into the texts!

Tom Orzikowski

Director of Marketing at Gini

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International durchstarten – mit der richtigen SEO-Strategie.

Erreiche mit deiner Website neue Märkte, stärk deine Sichtbarkeit und mach deine Inhalte weltweit erfolgreich – mit einer International-SEO-Strategie, die wirklich funktioniert. Wir unterstützen dich dabei, Schritt für Schritt.

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Do you have any questions?

No problem, we have the answers! Here you will find the most frequently asked questions about international SEO, the process and everything you need to know. If anything is still unclear, contact us at any time – we will be happy to help you personally!

What does international SEO involve?

International SEO is targeted search engine optimization for websites that are to be visible in several countries or languages. It’s not just about translating content, but about a well thought-out SEO strategy for each target market – including technical structure (e.g. hreflang tags), localized content, domain selection, keyword analysis for each country and monitoring visibility in international search engines.

How does international SEO help my visibility abroad?

International SEO ensures that your content appears where your customers are searching – in their language, in the right country version and with relevant search terms. This significantly increases the visibility of your multilingual website in search engines such as Google, Bing or Yandex. At the same time, a clean hreflang setup prevents incorrect language versions from being displayed – a common mistake that weakens rankings and user experience.

How does the collaboration on an international SEO project work?

First, we analyze your target markets, existing content and technical requirements together. We then develop a customized SEO strategy – tailored to the language, structure (e.g. subdomains or directories), content and search intent for each market. We then implement optimizations and provide you with long-term support for localization, backlink strategy, performance measurement and technical adjustments. Regular coordination ensures full transparency and efficient implementation.

Do you use tools or is the evaluation done manually?

We combine powerful SEO tools such as SEMrush or use DataForSEO with manual evaluation by experienced SEO experts. Because not every “toxic link” that a tool recognizes is actually dangerous – and vice versa. Only by comparing your goals, your industry and your previous link building can you get a realistic picture. Automated reports alone are not enough for well-founded decisions.

Is a link audit also useful if I don’t have a penalty?

Yes, absolutely – a link audit is not just a reaction to a problem, but a proactive measure for SEO protection. Risks often lie dormant in the background that only have a negative impact later on. You can also use an audit to identify targeted potential, e.g. which link sources are particularly valuable or where your profile appears unnatural. This will strengthen your SEO performance in the long term and better prepare you for future Google updates.

Which tools or methods do you use for international SEO?

We work with professional SEO tools such as SISTRIX, DataForSEO, Screaming Frog, SEMrush and Google Search Console – each adapted to the international perspective. We use specialized technical audits to analyse hreflang implementations, duplicate content, loading times and indexing. Keyword research is also carried out on a country-specific basis – e.g. with local SERPs and search volume tools. In this way, we ensure data-based decisions for each region.

What role does the right domain strategy play in international SEO?

The choice between country-specific domains (ccTLDs), subdomains or language directories is crucial for SEO performance. Each structure has advantages and disadvantages in terms of indexing, authority, maintenance effort and user behavior. We help you to find the right domain strategy for your internationalization – depending on your goals, technical resources and the market structure of your target regions.

Does international SEO also make sense for small and medium-sized companies?

Absolutely. International SEO is a key success factor, especially for SMEs that want to expand into new markets. It enables you to have a targeted presence in search engines without having to rely on expensive advertising budgets. With a clear strategy, suitable content and technical precision, you can also hold your own against larger competitors – regionally adapted, efficiently implemented and scalable in the long term.

International SEO Agency digitalike: Globally Visible. Truly Successful.