How are you tackling SEO, what tools (ideally free) would you recommend?

Question

I've realized that I need to increase organic traffic to my website, and I started working on my site SEO.

One obvious way is to publish more relevant content in some blog-like format, but I'm interested what other strategies / tools have you found helpful?

Accepted Answer

Remember that these tools' efficacy can differ based on your unique requirements and objectives.

Google Search Console:

This is a crucial tool for tracking how Google views your website, finding problems, and improving the way your website performs in search results.
Google Monitoring

Google Analytics is usually used for website analytics, but it also offers insightful information about user behavior and can assist you in understanding the SEO performance of your content.

Amelia Nguyen · Answer

My tech stack for SEO:

Google Search Console (Free):

The ideal tool for tracking ranks, impressions, and click-throughs on your links. It also helps troubleshoot technical issues on your website. If Google penalizes your site, Search Console provides notifications.

Google Analytics (Free):

Suitable for tracking overall website performance, not just in terms of SEO.

Ahrefs/SEM Rush/Moz (Paid):

Use these tools for competitor analysis, keyword research, and page optimization.

Screaming Frog (Free for 500 URLs)

For larger websites prone to technical issues, Screaming Frog is the go-to tool to detect and resolve these issues. It's a powerful tool with many features, but mastering it requires a significant time investment.

How are you tackling SEO, what tools (ideally free) would you recommend?

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