How to check your seo rankings

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Hey folks,

I’m quite noob when it comes to SEO, and I’m planning to leverage content marketing.

What tool do you use to track the Google ranking of your blog posts / landing pages? I’d imagine you rely on a tool once you have many articles written.

Also, do you track your competitors as well?

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It’s great that you’re looking to dive into content marketing

When it comes to tracking Google rankings for blog posts and landing pages, many professionals rely on tools like SEMrush, Ahrefs, or Moz.

These platforms offer comprehensive features for tracking keyword rankings, monitoring organic search traffic, and analyzing competitors’ performance.

As you build your content library, using such tools becomes essential for measuring the effectiveness of your SEO efforts and identifying areas for improvement.

Regarding tracking competitors, it’s indeed a valuable strategy to understand the competitive landscape and identify opportunities.

Tools like SEMrush and Ahrefs allow you to track competitors’ rankings, analyze their backlink profiles, and gain insights into their content strategies.

Incorporating competitor analysis into your SEO strategy can help you stay ahead in the game and adapt your approach as needed.

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Content marketing is the best approach to grow in SEO for beginners.
You are really going in the right direction because you are really into content marketing and I assure you that you will grow sooner or later.
For tracking Google rankings, you might want to consider tools like:

  • Google Analytics
  • Backlinko’s FREE Keyword Rank Checker
  • Ahrefs

When it comes to tracking competitors, you might consider:

  • Semrush
  • Ahrefs
  • Moz’s Free SEO Competitive Analysis Tool
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  1. Open an Incognito Window:
  • To avoid getting personalized search results, open a private browsing window.
  • In Chrome, click on the three dots in the top right corner and choose “New incognito window.”
  • In Firefox, click on the three lines in the top right corner and choose “New Private Window.”
  • In Edge, click on the three dots in the top right corner and choose “New InPrivate window.”
  • In Safari, click on “File” in the top menu and choose “New Private Window.”
  1. Search for the Keyword:
  • Go to a search engine like Google or Bing.
  • Type in the keyword you want to check and press enter.
  1. Look for Your Website:
  • Look through the search results to see if your website is listed.
  • If you don’t see it on the first page, check the following pages.
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This tool lets you easily see how your content ranks in search results. Just type in your keyword, website address, and choose your country. Then click a button and you’ll see:

  • Your content’s ranking position
  • How strong the top-ranking pages are on your chosen keyword
  • An estimate of how much traffic those pages get
  • Whether your content might appear as a special rich result on Google