Give your image files clear names before uploading

Tip · SEO & Google

Give your image files clear names before uploading

"chocolate-birthday-cake-sialkot.webp" tells Google more than "IMG_20261105.jpg".

File names are a small clue Google uses to understand your images, and they show up in image search.

  • Rename photos before uploading: chocolate-birthday-cake-sialkot.webp.
  • Use lowercase words separated by hyphens, no spaces.
  • While you're at it, compress the image so your page stays fast.
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Posted 5 Nov 2026 · All tips

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