Long-tail keywords work to boost sales conversions in many ways. In search engine optimisation (SEO), website owners make sure their content includes the words people most often use to search for products and services. The simplest keywords – such as ‘clothing’, ‘toys’, ‘insurance’ and ‘hotels’ – are difficult to rank for in organic searches because the competition is so intense. However, if you optimise your content with a long-tail keyword – such as ‘Sydney hotels under $50’ – the keyword is less competitive and gives you a better chance to rank higher. Long-tail keywords often describe products more completely so that potential customers can click on the most appropriate website. When people can find what they’re looking for faster, they’re more likely to convert.