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Rank Tracking

Updated March 11, 2026

Monitor your keyword positions over time and track your SEO progress.

How It Works

  1. Create a Project — Set up tracking for your domain
  2. Add Keywords — Enter the terms you want to monitor
  3. Set Target URLs — Specify which page should rank for each keyword
  4. Track Daily — Rankings update automatically every day
  5. Spot Opportunities — See which keywords could move into top positions

Benefits of Rank Tracking

Measure SEO Success

See if your optimizations are working. Track improvements over time.

Find Opportunities

Identify keywords that are close to top positions where most clicks happen.

Monitor Competitors

See how competitors rank for your keywords. Learn what's working for them.

Spot Drops Early

Get notified when rankings drop so you can act fast.

Common Questions

How often do rankings update?

Daily. Updates happen automatically in the background.

Do I need Rank Tracking to use Content Raptor?

No. Rank Tracking is optional — it's a separate feature for monitoring keyword positions over time. Content Optimization works independently using your Google Search Console data, and doesn't require Rank Tracking to be enabled.

Can I track multiple domains?

Yes. Create a separate project for each domain.

My rankings dropped. Is this bad?

Not always. Small fluctuations (±3 positions) are normal and happen daily due to Google's ranking algorithm. If you drop significantly (5+ positions):

  1. Check for recent Google algorithm updates (search "Google algorithm update" for news).
  2. Review recent site changes (redesign, URL changes, speed issues).
  3. Check Google Search Console for manual actions or indexing issues.
  4. Monitor for 2–4 weeks before taking action — many drops recover on their own.

How accurate are the rankings?

Very accurate. Rankings are based on actual search results but can vary slightly by location, device, and personalization.

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