Keyword research is the backbone of SEO.
Whether you are:
• A beginner 🆕
• An advanced user 🧑💻
• A professional SEO expert 💼
You need to know the best tools to find keywords.
But why are these tools so important?
Because they drive traffic and boost rankings. ↓
Effective keyword research drives 53% of website traffic from organic search.
• (Industry Research)
Top-performing sites use tools to guide their strategies.
• (SEO Experts)
These top sites make up only 1% of all websites.
Want to join the 1%?
Check them out:
1. Free Keyword Tool by Backlinko:
Beginner-friendly tool leveraging Semrush’s keyword database for free keyword data.
2. Semrush:
Comprehensive competitor and keyword analysis with a powerful Keyword Magic tool.
3. Google Search Console:
Identifies and enhances existing rankings with a focus on Opportunity Keywords.
4. Soovle:
Provides quick, multi-source keyword suggestions with a handy saved suggestions feature.
5. Jaaxy:
Delivers in-depth keyword competition analysis with a focus on Quoted Search Results.
6. Ahrefs Keywords Explorer:
Offers detailed keyword insights with a unique Keyword Difficulty metric.
7. SECockpit:
Advanced keyword research for SEO pros, featuring extensive filtering options.
8. Google Keyword Planner:
Accesses Google's massive keyword database, highlighting commercial intent.
9. KeywordTool[dot]io:
Generates numerous targeted keyword ideas with a useful competitor analysis feature.
10. Moz Keyword Explorer:
Finds high-traffic keywords with unique lateral keyword suggestions and CTR insights.
11. Keywords Everywhere:
Displays keyword data across multiple websites directly in your browser.
12. Keyword Snatcher:
Generates thousands of keyword ideas from a single search.
13. Google Trends:
Tracks keyword popularity and finds trending topics over time.
14. KWFinder:
Easy-to-use keyword tool with automatic Keyword Difficulty scores.
15. QuestionDB:
Sources question-focused keyword ideas from Reddit threads.
16. Serpstat:
Analyzes first-page competition with a visual Competitors Graph.
Which tool is your favorite?
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