{"id":154165,"date":"2023-02-28T21:39:24","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T02:39:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/?p=154165"},"modified":"2024-10-04T11:35:00","modified_gmt":"2024-10-04T16:35:00","slug":"keyword-tracking-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/keyword-tracking-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"Keyword Tracking Tools (To Suit All Budgets)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"intro-txt\">With so many options for tracking your website\u2019s keywords, it\u2019s hard to know which tools will suit both your business and your budget.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s look at the options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"intro-tok\" id=\"intro_tok\" style=\"display:none;\"><div class=\"intro-title\">Contents<\/div><a href=\"#\" class=\"expand-dots\"><span><\/span><span><\/span><span><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Ahrefs\" data-section=\"ahrefs\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Ahrefs \u2013 Best all-around keyword tracker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to get started tracking keywords with Ahrefs. We have two core ways to track keywords to suit most budgets and businesses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/keyword-rank-checker\"><strong>Free keyword rank checker<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 A quick way to spot-check your keyword rankings for&nbsp;free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/rank-tracker\"><strong>Rank Tracker<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Our most popular solution for most website owners to track their keywords.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free keyword rank checker (best for spot checks)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1408\" height=\"1094\" class=\"wp-image-154178\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image14-11.png\" alt=\"Ahrefs' free keyword rank tracker \n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image14-11.png 1408w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image14-11-547x425.png 547w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image14-11-768x597.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ahrefs\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/keyword-rank-checker\">free keyword rank checker<\/a> is perfect for those who want to check rankings for a few keywords and don\u2019t want to be tied to a monthly subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to use&nbsp;it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enter your keyword(s) in the first&nbsp;box<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the domain or URL related to the keyword in the box&nbsp;below<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the location (by default, it\u2019s set to the United States)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hit the <strong>Check rankings<\/strong> button<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have done that, you will get something that looks like the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1548\" height=\"1999\" class=\"wp-image-154179\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image1-17.png\" alt=\"Results from Ahrefs' free keyword rank tracker \n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image1-17.png 1548w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image1-17-329x425.png 329w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image1-17-768x992.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image1-17-1189x1536.png 1189w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1548px) 100vw, 1548px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The free keyword rank checker gives an overview of the first page of the SERP, enabling you to conduct an analysis of the top results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also gives you access to <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/big-data\">Ahrefs\u2019 data<\/a> on the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/seo\/glossary\/domain-rating\"><strong>Domain Rating<\/strong><\/a> (DR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/seo\/glossary\/url-rating\"><strong>URL Rating<\/strong><\/a> (UR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How many backlinks the domain has<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How many domains it&nbsp;has<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Amount of organic traffic it is receiving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Number of keywords that page is ranking for<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>From this data, you will understand whether you can rank for that keyword.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tool also allows you to manually check any keyword. But sometimes, you need an automated solution to track more than one keyword.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where Ahrefs\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/rank-tracker\">Rank Tracker<\/a> can&nbsp;help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rank Tracker (best for most websites)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1206\" class=\"wp-image-154180\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image5-13.png\" alt=\"Ahrefs' Rank Tracker overview\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image5-13.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image5-13-680x410.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image5-13-768x463.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image5-13-1536x927.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For most businesses, Ahrefs\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/rank-tracker\">Rank Tracker<\/a> will be the go-to solution for tracking a site\u2019s keywords.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike our free keyword rank checker, this tool allows you to track multiple keywords in your account, enabling you to monitor the total performance of your organic search campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also enables you to track and analyze the important elements of your campaign, such&nbsp;as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Share of&nbsp;voice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Average position<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organic traffic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SERP features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also compare this data to your competitors\u2019 websites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1066\" height=\"322\" class=\"wp-image-154181\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image21-2.png\" alt=\"Competitors' performance, via Ahrefs' Rank Tracker\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image21-2.png 1066w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image21-2-680x205.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image21-2-768x232.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1066px) 100vw, 1066px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And understand your performance across 15 different types of SERP features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Featured snippets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sitelinks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top stories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Image packs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thumbnails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top ads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bottom ads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shopping results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge panels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Videos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tweet box<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People also&nbsp;ask<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Video preview<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local pack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also monitor SERP features against your competitors at a page or domain level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1164\" height=\"184\" class=\"wp-image-154183\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image12-13.png\" alt=\"SERP features tracking against competitors, via Ahrefs' Rank Tracker\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image12-13.png 1164w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image12-13-680x107.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image12-13-768x121.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1164px) 100vw, 1164px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This feature shows you where you need to focus your SEO efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another really useful feature is keyword <a href=\"https:\/\/help.ahrefs.com\/en\/articles\/2139034-how-to-add-tags-for-your-keywords-list-in-rank-tracker\">tags<\/a>. Tags allow you to group keywords to analyze performance at a group&nbsp;level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s an example of a tag group I made that groups the articles I have written for Ahrefs together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1344\" height=\"448\" class=\"wp-image-154184\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image11-10.png\" alt=\"Overview of tag performance, via Ahrefs' Rank Tracker\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image11-10.png 1344w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image11-10-680x227.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image11-10-768x256.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1344px) 100vw, 1344px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Using this strategy, you can start understanding which parts of your site are performing well and which parts need improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keyword tracking tools enable you to understand the performance and effectiveness of your SEO campaigns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/rank-tracker\">Rank Tracker\u2019s features here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Google Search Console\" data-section=\"google-search-console\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Google Search Console \u2013 Keyword tracking with Google<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1038\" class=\"wp-image-154185\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image9-14.png\" alt=\"Google Search Console homepage\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image9-14.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image9-14-680x353.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image9-14-768x399.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image9-14-1536x798.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/search.google.com\/search-console\/about\">Google Search Console (GSC)<\/a> allows you to monitor your site\u2019s performance in Google. You can also track your average ranking position as&nbsp;well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It tracks this in the <strong>Performance<\/strong> tab once you have <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/webmasters\/answer\/9008080?hl=en\">verified your profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1446\" height=\"1294\" class=\"wp-image-154187\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image7-14.png\" alt=\"GSC average position, via Google Search Console\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image7-14.png 1446w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image7-14-475x425.png 475w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image7-14-768x687.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1446px) 100vw, 1446px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t want the hassle of logging in to GSC all the time, you can pull the performance data into Ahrefs by <a href=\"https:\/\/help.ahrefs.com\/en\/articles\/3275938-verifying-ownership-of-your-project-or-website#:~:text=Google%20Search%20Console%20(recommended),be%20automatically%20verified%20in%20Ahrefs.\">linking your website to your Google Search Console profile<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"893\" class=\"wp-image-154188\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image20-5.png\" alt=\"GSC performance, via Ahrefs Webmaster Tools\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image20-5.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image20-5-680x304.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image20-5-768x343.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image20-5-1536x686.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to take it further, you can use <a href=\"https:\/\/lookerstudio.google.com\/\">Google Looker Studio (formerly Google Data Studio)<\/a> to build a keyword-tracking dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The quickest, no-code way to do this is to use Ahrefs\u2014you can simply click on the button highlighted below in <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/rank-tracker\">Rank Tracker<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"414\" class=\"wp-image-154190\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image18-6.png\" alt=\"Overview page, via Ahrefs' Rank Tracker\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image18-6.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image18-6-680x141.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image18-6-768x159.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image18-6-1536x318.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have authorized your account on the next screen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose the primary <strong>Project<\/strong> that you want to&nbsp;track.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the <strong>Device type<\/strong> below&nbsp;that.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check all the boxes on the right-hand side (<strong>Allow \u201cX\u201d to be modified in reports<\/strong>) all the way down the&nbsp;page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hit <strong>Connect <\/strong>in the top right corner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1214\" height=\"1428\" class=\"wp-image-154192\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image3-11.png\" alt=\"Ahrefs' Rank Tracker setup, via Google Looker Studio\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image3-11.png 1214w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image3-11-361x425.png 361w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image3-11-768x903.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1214px) 100vw, 1214px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On the next screen, click on <strong>Create Report.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1214\" height=\"774\" class=\"wp-image-154193\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image19-2.png\" alt=\"Ahrefs' Rank Tracker setup, via Google Looker Studio\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image19-2.png 1214w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image19-2-667x425.png 667w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image19-2-260x166.png 260w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image19-2-768x490.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1214px) 100vw, 1214px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You will then get a dashboard that shows an overview of your project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1994\" height=\"1388\" class=\"wp-image-154194\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image4-16-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ahrefs' Rank Tracker report template, via Google Looker Studio\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image4-16-1.jpg 1994w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image4-16-1-611x425.jpg 611w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image4-16-1-768x535.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image4-16-1-1536x1069.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1994px) 100vw, 1994px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The screenshot shows the \u201cOverview\u201d page, but there are six other tabs on the left-hand side you can click on that will give you more detailed data on topics such&nbsp;as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Positions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SERP features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Competitors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traffic share<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keyword metrics<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main advantages of creating a dashboard is that you can take a periodic snapshot of the report and share it with other stakeholders automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To do&nbsp;this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the downward facing caret next to <strong>Share.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>Schedule email delivery <\/strong>in the drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"573\" class=\"wp-image-154195\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image15-6.png\" alt=\"Ahrefs' Rank Tracker template, via Google Looker Studio\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image15-6.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image15-6-680x195.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image15-6-768x220.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image15-6-1536x440.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The email delivery screen will then pop up and allow you to schedule the report to be sent as a&nbsp;PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s an example of what the scheduling screen looks&nbsp;like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1039\" class=\"wp-image-154196\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image22-4.png\" alt=\"Email delivery, via Google Looker Studio\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image22-4.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image22-4-680x353.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image22-4-768x399.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image22-4-1536x798.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I\u2019ve scheduled the report to be delivered weekly and added members of the team to receive the report.<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see that this setup can be a powerful and customizable option for SEO reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This combination of tools for keyword tracking is popular with agency SEOs to keep their teams aware of their client\u2019s organic performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Fat Rank Keyword Checker\" data-section=\"fat-rank-keyword-checker\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. FatRank Keyword Checker \u2013 App-based rank tracker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1014\" class=\"wp-image-154198\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image16-8.png\" alt=\"FatRank Checker's app version\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image16-8.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image16-8-680x345.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image16-8-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image16-8-1536x779.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>FatRank\u2019s Keyword Checker is another way that you can quickly spot-check keywords. The great thing about this keyword checker is its format\u2014you can use it as an app or a Google Chrome extension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means it\u2019s great for checking a keyword\u2019s ranking while you\u2019re on the move, even if you don\u2019t have your computer with&nbsp;you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Google Chrome extension has also got great feedback:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/fighto\/status\/507333488090304512<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Both versions of this tool could be useful for SEOs who are traveling and want to quickly spot-check the rankings of their most important keywords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The app and the extension are free to use, meaning that you can use them alongside your main keyword tracker if you&nbsp;want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Nozzle\" data-section=\"nozzle\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Nozzle \u2013 Good for frequent tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"980\" class=\"wp-image-154200\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image13-9.png\" alt=\"Nozzle homepage\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image13-9.png 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image13-9-680x333.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image13-9-768x377.png 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image13-9-1536x753.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nozzle is a keyword tracker with some interesting features and a luminescent-looking dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few stand-out features of Nozzle that I&nbsp;like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ability to track keywords every five minutes<\/strong> \u2013 This is frequent. If you work in a fast-paced industry, this may be a useful feature for&nbsp;you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Track unlimited competitors for free<\/strong> \u2013 If you work in an industry where you need to keep tabs on a lot of competitors, this could be beneficial.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But what do SEOs think about&nbsp;it?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tool has a lot of good reviews. Check out this example from <a href=\"https:\/\/seocommunity.social\/@jroakes\">JR Oakes<\/a> and others below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"955\" class=\"wp-image-154202\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image8-11-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nozzle testimonials, via Nozzle's testimonials page\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image8-11-1.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image8-11-1-680x325.jpg 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image8-11-1-768x367.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image8-11-1-1536x734.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to pricing, Nozzle\u2019s plans start at ~$49 and go up to ~$5K, so it has a wide range of pricing options for SMBs all the way up to the enterprise level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Scrapebox\" data-section=\"scrapebox\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. ScrapeBox \u2013 Fixed cost keyword rank tracker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1496\" height=\"1080\" class=\"wp-image-154203\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image17-8.jpg\" alt=\"ScrapeBox rank tracker \n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image17-8.jpg 1496w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image17-8-589x425.jpg 589w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image17-8-768x554.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1496px) 100vw, 1496px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are happy to run something more technical, check out ScrapeBox. It\u2019s been around since 2009\u2014so quite a&nbsp;while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, the UI is perhaps a little more \u201crustic\u201d than some of the options here, but the functionality is all&nbsp;there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking at the features of this keyword tracker, we can see that&nbsp;it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tracks unlimited sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tracks unlimited keywords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports Google, Yahoo, and Bing tracking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has proxy support\u2014using proxies is important to stop your activity from being blocked by search engines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The basic package of ScrapeBox is $97. To get the rank tracking plugin for Windows, it costs an extra $37. So for under $150, you can get a functional keyword tracker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are tech-savvy and want a fixed-cost, no-frills keyword tracker with no recurring subscription (apart from proxies), this could be a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Pi Datametrics\" data-section=\"pi-datametrics\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Pi Datametrics \u2013 Enterprise e-commerce keyword tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1370\" height=\"848\" class=\"wp-image-154205\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image2-10.png\" alt=\"Pi Datametrics rank tracker, via Pi Datametrics homepage\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image2-10.png 1370w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image2-10-680x421.png 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image2-10-768x475.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1370px) 100vw, 1370px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pi Datametrics is a visual, client-friendly platform for keyword tracking. It allows you to dissect your organic performance in different ways with various tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some features I&nbsp;like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build visual business cases quickly within the platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrate with Google Analytics and Adobe Analytics&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify keyword cannibalization issues easily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add unlimited competitors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add unlimited locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get industry insights into 650 business categories using the Pi&nbsp;Vault<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This tool is a good option for enterprise e-commerce businesses or agencies that want to <a href=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/seo-buy-in\/\">get buy-in for their SEO strategies<\/a> from senior stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Nightwatch\" data-section=\"nightwatch\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Nightwatch \u2013 Good local tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1148\" height=\"1076\" class=\"wp-image-154207\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image6-14.jpg\" alt=\"Nightwatch homepage\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image6-14.jpg 1148w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image6-14-453x425.jpg 453w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image6-14-768x720.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1148px) 100vw, 1148px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nightwatch is a keyword tracker that allows you to \u201ctrack search rankings from any location on earth.\u201d Its emphasis is on accurate local tracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nightwatch has some good features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Local rank tracking across 107,296 locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SERP feature tracking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Custom keyword segmentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated reporting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GSC and GDS integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>White label reports at a higher price&nbsp;point<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Prices start from $32 per month for 250 keywords.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of rank tracker may be useful for you if your business relies on local areas or perhaps if you are an agency that works with many local businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-nav-link clearfix\" id=\"section1\"><a class=\"subhead-anchor\" data-tip=\"tooltip__copielink\" rel=\"#section1\"><svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" style><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M0 0h14v14H0z\" \/><path d=\"M7.45 9.887l-1.62 1.621c-.92.92-2.418.92-3.338 0a2.364 2.364 0 0 1 0-3.339l1.62-1.62-1.273-1.272-1.62 1.62a4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.885 5.884l1.62-1.62L7.45 9.886zM5.527 5.135L7.17 3.492c.92-.92 2.418-.92 3.339 0 .92.92.92 2.418 0 3.339L8.866 8.473l1.272 1.273 1.644-1.643A4.161 4.161 0 1 0 5.897 2.22L4.254 3.863l1.272 1.272zm-.66 3.998a.749.749 0 0 1 0-1.06l2.208-2.206a.749.749 0 1 1 1.06 1.06L5.928 9.133a.75.75 0 0 1-1.061 0z\" style \/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><div class=\"link-text\" data-anchor=\"Mangools\" data-section=\"mangools\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Mangools SERPwatcher \u2013 Easy to&nbsp;use&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"909\" class=\"wp-image-154209\" src=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image10-9.jpg\" alt=\"Mangools SERPwatcher keyword tracker\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image10-9.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image10-9-680x309.jpg 680w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image10-9-768x349.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahrefs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image10-9-1536x698.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mangools\u2019 SERPwatcher is a clean, minimal-looking keyword tracker that doesn\u2019t overcomplicate things.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to features, you get the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Track desktop and mobile rankings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add keyword tags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daily keyword updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track specific locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy setup\u2014\u201cfrom setup to daily rankings in 30 seconds\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of pricing, you need to buy the total suite of products, but plans start at under $30 per&nbsp;month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In my opinion, Mangools is most likely to appeal to solo entrepreneurs or affiliate marketers who are looking for an easy-to-use, cost-effective rank tracker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keyword tracking tools help keep your SEO campaign accountable. They often come at a cost, but there are cheaper and even free options available to suit all budgets and websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, the keyword tracking tool you choose depends on your business needs, priorities, and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Got more questions? Ping me <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/chris_at_b449\">on Twitter<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Let\u2019s look at the options. It\u2019s easy to get started tracking keywords with Ahrefs. 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