Setting Up Your First Project
Create a rank tracking project to monitor your keyword positions. This guide walks you through creating your first project.
Creating a Project
Step 1: Navigate to Projects
- Go to Projects from the main navigation
- You'll see a list of your projects (empty if this is your first)
- Click "Create Project" button
Step 2: Enter Project Details
Fill in the project form:
Project Name:
- Enter a descriptive name
- Examples: "Main Website", "Blog Rankings", "Product Pages"
- Choose something that helps you identify the project
Domain:
- Enter your website domain
- Examples: "example.com", "blog.example.com"
- Don't include "http://" or "https://"
- Use the main domain you want to track
Import Keywords (Optional):
- You can import keywords from Google Search Console
- Select a GSC property if you have one connected
- This will import keywords you're already ranking for
- You can add keywords manually later if you prefer
Step 3: Create the Project
- Review your project details
- Click "Create" button
- Your project is created and ready for keywords
After Creating a Project
Project Dashboard
After creating a project, you'll see:
- Project overview - Basic project information
- Keywords table - Empty initially, ready for keywords
- Add Keywords button - To start adding keywords
- Project settings - Access to project configuration
Next Steps
Now that your project is created:
- Add keywords - Start tracking keywords
- Add competitors (optional) - Track competitor rankings
- Configure settings - Customize your project
- Start monitoring - Watch your rankings
Project Settings
Accessing Settings
- Go to your project
- Click "Settings" or the settings icon
- Configure your project options
Available Settings
Project Information:
- Edit project name
- Update domain
- Project description
Tracking Options:
- Update frequency
- Location settings
- Device type preferences
Competitors:
- Add competitor domains
- Manage competitor list
- Track competitor rankings
Keywords:
- Import/export keywords
- Bulk keyword management
- Keyword organization
Managing Multiple Projects
Creating Additional Projects
You can create multiple projects for:
- Different domains
- Different sections of your site
- Different marketing campaigns
- Different brands or properties
Organizing Projects
Keep projects organized:
- Use descriptive names
- Group related projects
- Archive old projects
- Keep active projects visible
Common Questions
Can I change the project name later?
Yes! You can edit the project name in project settings at any time.
Can I change the domain?
You can update the domain in project settings, but this may affect existing keyword tracking. It's usually better to create a new project for a different domain.
How many projects can I have?
You can create multiple projects. There's no strict limit, but keep them organized and manageable.
Can I delete a project?
Yes, you can delete projects you no longer need. Be careful - this will also delete all keyword tracking data for that project.
What if I want to track a subdomain?
Create a separate project for the subdomain, or include it in your main project if you want to track it together.
Tips for Success
1. Use Descriptive Names
Choose project names that:
- Clearly identify what you're tracking
- Help you find projects quickly
- Make sense to your team
- Are easy to remember
2. Start with Your Main Domain
Begin with your primary website:
- Track your most important keywords
- Monitor your main rankings
- Establish a baseline
- Expand from there
3. Organize by Purpose
Create projects for:
- Main website rankings
- Blog content rankings
- Product page rankings
- Campaign-specific tracking
4. Keep It Simple
Don't overcomplicate:
- Start with one project
- Add more as needed
- Keep projects focused
- Avoid too many projects
What's Next?
- Adding Keywords - Add keywords to start tracking
- Understanding Rankings - Learn how to read ranking data
- Tracking Competitors - Monitor competitor rankings
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- Monitor competitor rankings
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