Best Practices For Video SEO Through A Video Watch Page As Defined By Google
Eugen Leibundgut
Hello
I would like to create a video on a video playback page (definition by Google) so that it can be recognized by Google Bots.
Which addon or perhaps another solution could best solve this? This probably can't be solved with the video addon, right?
Do you have a suggestion?
Thanks for the support, which I really appreciate.
Best regards Eugene
Ziaul Kabir
Accepted AnswerHello Eugene,
Thank you for reaching out!
For optimal Video SEO and proper recognition by Google Bots, the Video Addon in SP Page Builder may not be sufficient on its own. However, you can enhance your setup by:
- Using Structured Data (Schema Markup) – Implement VideoObject Schema to help Google index and understand your video content.
- Creating a Dedicated Video Page – A well-structured page with relevant metadata, transcripts, and descriptions can improve searchability.
- Generating a Video Sitemap – This will help search engines discover your video content more efficiently.
If you’re looking for a solution within SP Page Builder, you might need custom code or a third-party extension to fully optimize your Video SEO. Let me know if you need further guidance!
Best regards,
Eugen Leibundgut
Accepted AnswerHello Ziaul
Thanks for the support. I have the VideoObject Schema code as a JSON file or as HTML.
A video playback page is also available.
How do I get the code to the top of the page?
JSON-LD is the structured data format recommended by Google. This code is invisible and can be placed anywhere on a page, but is typically located in the head section.
The crucial question now is how to place the code as easily as possible in the desired location in the head.
There is an HTML add-on in SPPB. But is that the solution? JSON-LD doesn't work in it.
HTML with Microdata is an alternative format that embeds structured video data according to Google's VideoObject Schema code into the HTML of a page.
Does it work in the HTML add-on? It should!
Maybe you have a good idea how to get the code to the desired location. HTML with Microdata must be used in the <body> element, but can also be used in the <head> element.
Thanks for your support.
Best regards, Eugen
Ziaul Kabir
Accepted AnswerHi Eugen,
Thanks for the update!
Since you’re using the Helix Ultimate framework, you’re in luck — it provides a simple way to insert custom code into the <head> of your site.
Here’s how you can add your JSON-LD VideoObject Schema code to the head:
Steps:
- Log in to your Joomla backend.
- Go to Templates → Styles.
- Click on your active Helix Ultimate template.
- In the left menu, go to Custom Code.
- Under the “Before ” section, paste your JSON-LD script:
<script type="application/ld+json">
{
"@context": "schema.org",
"@type": "VideoObject",
"name": "Your Video Title",
"description": "Your video description",
"thumbnailUrl": "example.com/thumbnail.jpg",
"uploadDate": "2023-01-01",
"contentUrl": "example.com/video.mp4",
"embedUrl": "example.com/embed/video"
}
</script>6. Click Save.This will add your structured data properly into the <head> section of every page (or you can use conditions to limit it if needed).
Let me know if you need further assistance.
Best regards,
Eugen Leibundgut
Accepted AnswerHello Ziaul
Thanks for the good answer.
We have 9 different video pages on our site. Can I assign this code to a specific video page? I would then define a code for each video page and assign it to the corresponding video page.
Thanks for your support.
Best regards, Eugene