screaming-frog

Execute technical SEO audits with Screaming Frog SEO Spider headless CLI.

1|Updated Mar 5, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/MCERQUA/jam-skills --skill screaming-frog
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Skill: screaming-frog
Source: https://github.com/MCERQUA/jam-skills/tree/main/screaming-frog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MCERQUA/jam-skills --skill screaming-frog

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires screaming-frog, and includes scripts (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides full-site technical SEO audits using the Screaming Frog SEO Spider v24.1 headless CLI, addressing issues such as broken links, redirects, metadata errors, and more.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Full-Site Crawl: Execute full-site crawls to identify potential SEO issues.
  • Broken Link Detection: Identify broken links on a site.
  • Redirects Analysis: Analyze redirects for proper configuration.
  • Metadata Checking: Inspect meta tags for errors and inconsistencies.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill to regularly audit your website for technical SEO issues, which can significantly impact your search engine rankings.

Quick Start

Use the screaming-frog skill to crawl the website https://example.com and export a CSV report to /path/to/seo-audit-report.csv.

Frequently Asked Questions about screaming-frog

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform a technical SEO audit to find broken links and redirects?

A technical SEO audit uses a crawler like Screaming Frog to scan your website and identify broken links, redirect errors, and metadata issues. This Skill automates that process using the Screaming Frog headless CLI to export a CSV report.

Do I need a Screaming Frog license to run automated SEO crawls?

Yes, you need a Screaming Frog installation and an active license to execute headless CLI technical SEO audits. The Skill relies on the licensed v24.1 engine to perform full-site crawls and export audit reports.

Can I check website metadata errors and broken links from the command line?

Yes, you can check website metadata errors and broken links from the command line by running Screaming Frog in headless CLI mode. This Skill triggers the crawl and exports the identified SEO issues into a CSV file.

What is the best way to automate full-site SEO audits for regular maintenance?

Automating full-site SEO audits is best achieved using a headless CLI crawler like Screaming Frog to detect broken links and metadata errors. This Skill scripts the crawl process to regularly generate CSV audit reports.

How do I export a CSV report of website SEO issues using Screaming Frog?

You export a CSV report of website SEO issues by running a headless Screaming Frog crawl targeting your site URL. This Skill executes the crawl and saves the broken links, redirects, and metadata errors directly to a CSV file.