Semantic Cocoon
Structure your content into thematic clusters for SEO.
A semantic cocoon is a content architecture method that organizes a site's pages into thematic clusters connected by strategic internal linking. Each cocoon starts from a pillar page and branches into child pages covering sub-topics. This structure helps Google understand the site's expertise on a topic and strengthens the ranking of the entire cluster.
Iradia helps you design and populate your semantic cocoons by identifying relevant sub-topics and generating interconnected content for each branch.
How do you create a semantic cocoon?
Define a central theme (pillar page), identify 5 to 10 sub-topics (child pages), create the content, and link pages together with contextualized internal links.
How many pages should a cocoon have?
A minimum of 5 to 7 pages to create critical mass. The best-performing cocoons have 10 to 20 pages comprehensively covering a topic.
Does the semantic cocoon still work in 2025?
Yes, more than ever. Google values topical authority. A site that thoroughly covers a subject through a well-built semantic cocoon is favored in rankings.