seo-dataforseo

Retrieve live SEO data from the DataForSEO MCP server for SERP, keywords, and backlinks.

Updated May 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/itdevwork-git/claude-seo --skill seo-dataforseo-itdevwork-git
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Skill: seo-dataforseo
Source: https://github.com/itdevwork-git/claude-seo/tree/main/extensions/dataforseo/skills/seo-dataforseo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/itdevwork-git/claude-seo --skill seo-dataforseo-itdevwork-git

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It eliminates guesswork in SEO research by giving you real-time search results and quantitative SEO signals you can act on immediately.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Live SERP analysis: Pull current organic and visual rankings (Google, Bing, Yahoo, YouTube, Google Images) to verify where and how competitors show up.
  • Keyword research with metrics: Generate keyword ideas and fetch volume, difficulty, intent, and trends to prioritize content and targeting.
  • Backlinks and competitor intelligence: Analyze backlink profiles, competitor overlap, ranked keywords, traffic estimates, and subdomain performance using DataForSEO live data.
  • AI visibility (GEO) checks: Assess ChatGPT scraping results and LLM mention tracking to understand how AI answers reference domains and pages.
  • On-page and technology signals: Run Lighthouse-based on-page audits, detect tech stacks, and retrieve WHOIS details when helpful.

Quick Start

Use the command /seo dataforseo serp "best running shoes for flat feet" to fetch live Google organic SERP results and extract actionable patterns from the top ranks.

Frequently Asked Questions about seo-dataforseo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get live SERP analysis for current organic search rankings?

You can fetch live SERP analysis by retrieving current organic and visual rankings from Google, Bing, Yahoo, and YouTube. This verifies exactly where and how competitors show up in real-time search results and visual formats.

Can I get keyword research metrics like volume and difficulty for SEO prioritization?

Keyword research metrics include search volume, difficulty, intent, and trends to prioritize content and targeting. Generating keyword ideas provides the quantitative SEO signals needed to prioritize content and targeting effectively.

Do I need a DataForSEO extension to check backlinks and competitor intelligence?

Yes, checking backlinks and competitor intelligence requires an installed DataForSEO extension and connected MCP tools. This setup analyzes backlink profiles, competitor overlap, and ranked keywords while operating under API cost guardrails.

What's the best way to track AI visibility and LLM mentions for my domain?

Tracking AI visibility involves assessing ChatGPT scraping results and LLM mention tracking to understand how AI answers reference your domains and pages. This Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) research clarifies your presence in AI outputs.

How do on-page audits and technology signals work for site diagnostics?

On-page audits run Lighthouse-based diagnostics and detect tech stacks to retrieve site and on-page signals. This process identifies technical SEO issues and infrastructure details, while also retrieving WHOIS details when helpful for diagnostics.

Are there API cost guardrails when running SEO data queries?

API cost guardrails estimate and approve expensive calls before execution when running SEO data queries. This prevents unexpected costs by validating the expense of live SERP, backlink, and keyword research data retrievals prior to processing.