On-Page SEO

Partial Match

Quick Definition

Partial match refers to keyword use where some but not all words appear, or appear in a different order.

In context

Partial-match anchor text and keyword use is more natural than exact-match. Combining exact-match, partial-match, branded, and generic anchors creates a healthy distribution.

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