seo-dataforseo

Fetch live SERP, keyword, backlink, and AI visibility data from DataForSEO.

Updated May 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lugondev/claude-seo --skill seo-dataforseo-lugondev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: seo-dataforseo
Source: https://github.com/lugondev/claude-seo/tree/main/extensions/dataforseo/skills/seo-dataforseo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lugondev/claude-seo --skill seo-dataforseo-lugondev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It removes guesswork from SEO research by pulling real-time search results, keyword metrics, backlink profiles, and AI visibility signals from DataForSEO instead of relying on stale or estimated data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Live SERP analysis: Retrieve current organic and image SERPs (Google, Bing, Yahoo, plus YouTube) to validate rankings and SERP features.
  • Keyword research with metrics: Generate keyword ideas and get volume, difficulty, intent, and trends for targeting decisions.
  • Domain, competitor, and link intelligence: Analyze backlinks, competitor overlap, ranked keywords, traffic estimates, and subdomain performance.
  • AI visibility / GEO checks: Scrape ChatGPT search outputs and track LLM mentions to measure AI citation and mention presence.
  • On-page and technical diagnostics: Run DataForSEO on-page analysis (including Lighthouse) plus technology and WHOIS context.
  • Local/business listings research: Surface listing details useful for local SEO and competitive local positioning.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to run a live SERP check for your keyword and return the top ranking results using the DataForSEO-backed command: /seo dataforseo serp "your keyword"

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 results for keyword research?

To get live SERP results, you can retrieve current organic and image SERPs from Google, Bing, Yahoo, and YouTube to validate rankings and review SERP features. This Skill fetches real-time search data directly from the DataForSEO API.

What is AI visibility tracking for ChatGPT search?

AI visibility tracking measures your brand's citation presence in ChatGPT search outputs and LLM mentions. It works by scraping ChatGPT search results to evaluate how prominently your domain appears in AI-generated answers.

Do I need a DataForSEO extension to analyze backlinks?

Yes, you need the DataForSEO extension installed to analyze backlinks. The Skill validates MCP tool availability before executing domain and competitor link intelligence queries.

Can I run Lighthouse on-page analysis through DataForSEO?

Yes, you can run Lighthouse on-page analysis. The Skill executes DataForSEO on-page diagnostics to retrieve technical performance metrics alongside technology and WHOIS context for your domain.

What is the best way to check local business listings for SEO?

The best way to check local business listings is using the local SEO research function. It surfaces specific business listing details to help you analyze local competitive positioning and validate local search presence.

Why does running keyword research require cost estimation approval?

Cost estimation approval is required because DataForSEO endpoints are paid services. The Skill implements approval guardrails to validate MCP tool availability and confirm costs before fetching keyword volume, difficulty, and intent metrics.