How do you keep your gig on the first page search results?

[xabyart]

For years my gig has always been in the first page but was suddenly somewhere around page 20 last month. I did some research, and I learned more about SEO optimizing, and I was able to bring my gig back to page 1. But suddenly now my gig is in page 2 and then 3. The strange thing is, other gigs similar to mine are still on the first page (I frequently check who's on the first page) and they never changed their gig titles. Also when I tried to edit my gig, the gig SEO options is no longer there.

[Guest lloydsolutions]

In the marketplace, a Gig's position is based on the seller’s performance over a set period. Gig positions are not permanent and can rotate daily. 

There are many factors to take into consideration, some of which may include: 

• Order cancellations
• Delivery rate
• Responsiveness
• The particular Gig’s maximum number of active orders in the queue, as based on your seller level.  
• Other Gigs performing at a higher rate.

If other sellers are ranked higher, they may be consistently getting 5-star feedback, delivering on time, communicating quicker, and so on. It all counts. For this reason, ensure that you provide high-quality and original work, avoid late deliveries and cancellations, are responsive, and always remain professional.

The above is from the Help Centre.