95 Useful ChatGPT Prompts For SEO

Search engines are a major part of Bot & Human’s traffic mix, so naturally we had to get good at SEO.

ChatGPT has been a godsend in assisting us, ranging from creating content outlines all the way to coming up with RegEx queries.

And since sharing is caring, here are 95 prompts that you can adopt in boosting your search engine rankings.

ChatGPT’s Limitations For SEO

While ChatGPT truly is a Swiss army knife when it comes to SEO and many other tasks, it has it’s limitations.

One of those is the access to data, predominantly via APIs.

Plus, some sites block OpenAI from scraping their websites, so you need to find other means to extract the relevant data.

I’d therefore urge anyone to at least upgrade to ChatGPT Plus at it allows you to paste in links, share CSVs and other files, all while having access to a more powerful model (GPT 4) and greater context windows.

With many of the prompts listed below, you likely need to clarify your needs, meaning these should only be used as a conversation starter.

ChatGPT Prompts For Keyword Research

Here are 17 prompts for keyword research using ChatGPT to enhance your SEO research efforts:

Identify the top 10 trending keywords in the [specific industry or niche] for the current year.

Generate a list of long-tail keywords related to [specific topic or product] that have low competition and high search intent.

Find related keywords that complement the primary keyword [primary keyword] for a comprehensive SEO strategy.

Compile a list of question-based keywords related to [specific topic] for creating FAQ content.

Discover seasonal keywords related to [specific topic or industry] that peak during [specific season or event].

Analyze the keyword gap between my website and the top 3 competitors for [specific topic or product]. Here are my top 3 competitors: [insert website links here].

Suggest location-based keywords for [specific product or service] targeting [specific city or region].

List keywords with high commercial intent related to [specific product or service] for PPC campaigns.

Uncover emerging keywords in [specific industry] that are gaining popularity but are not yet highly competitive.

Provide a list of synonyms and variations for the keyword [specific keyword] to broaden content reach.

Find low-competition keywords within [specific niche] for a new blog or website just starting out.

Create a list of keywords for [specific audience demographic] interested in [specific topic or product].

Identify the most frequently asked questions on forums and social media about [specific topic or product]

List keywords that indicate buyer readiness for [specific type of product or service]

Discover keywords for comparison content, comparing [product A] versus [product B].

Generate a list of keywords for creating listicle articles related to [specific topic or trend].

Identify the top keywords used by influencers and bloggers in [specific industry or niche].

If you want to explore even more keyword research prompts tailored to ChatGPT, then feel free to check out our dedicated article on the matter.

ChatGPT Prompts For Article Outlines

These are 10 prompts for creating article outlines:

Draft an outline for an ultimate guide on [specific topic], including introduction, key concepts, step-by-step processes, best practices, and conclusion.

Develop an outline for a beginner's introduction to [specific topic], covering what it is, why it matters, basic terminologies, how to get started, and resources for further learning.

Create an outline for an in-depth comparison article between [product/service A] and [product/service B], including overview, key features, pros and cons, user recommendations, and final verdict.

Generate an outline for an expert interview on [specific topic], including interviewer introduction, background of the expert, key questions, expert insights, and summary.

Design an outline for a listicle on top 10 [products/tools/resources] for [specific activity], including introduction, detailed review of each item, comparison, and how to choose the right one.

Prepare an outline for a how-to article on [specific process or task], covering introduction, necessary tools/materials, step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and conclusion.

Sketch an outline for a personal development article on [specific skill or habit], including importance, foundational concepts, actionable strategies, tracking progress, and motivational closing.

Develop an outline for a travel guide to [specific destination], including best time to visit, must-see attractions, cultural tips, recommended itineraries, and local cuisines to try.

Create an outline for an industry analysis on [specific sector], covering current landscape, key players, emerging trends, challenges and opportunities, and future outlook.

Organize an outline for a technology review on [specific gadget or software], including introduction, technical specifications, user experience, comparison with similar technologies, and overall recommendation.

ChatGPT Prompts For Improving Existing Content

Here are 10 prompts designed to improve existing content on your site.

Again, keep in mind that your workflow will be vastly improved if you use ChatGPT Plus due to its ability to read web links.

Enhance the readability of [specific article or section] by breaking down complex paragraphs into bullet points and adding subheadings for clarity.

Integrate SEO keywords [list of keywords] into [specific article] without compromising the natural flow of the text.

Incorporate more recent statistics and case studies into [specific article] to update and validate the arguments presented

Revise the introduction of [specific article] to include a compelling hook that immediately grabs the reader's attention.

Add a conclusion to [specific article] that summarizes key points and includes a call to action encouraging reader engagement.

Expand the content of [specific section] in [specific article] to provide deeper insights and comprehensive coverage of the topic.

Update [specific article] with answers to frequently asked questions or common misconceptions about [specific topic] to add value for readers.

Add expert quotes or testimonials to [specific article] to enhance credibility and authority on [specific topic].

Refine the tone of [specific article] to better match the target audience's preferences, making it more formal/informal as appropriate.

Evaluate the use of jargon in [specific article] and simplify complex terminology to make the content more accessible to a broader audience.

ChatGPT Prompts For Link Building & Outreach

Here are 10 prompts for conducting link building and outreach efforts to increase your website’s authority:

Identify top industry blogs in [your niche] for guest posting opportunities and draft a personalized outreach email highlighting your expertise and proposed article ideas.

Compile a list of influencers and thought leaders in [your niche] and reach out to them with a collaborative content proposal that includes potential benefits for both parties.

Find broken links on high-authority websites in [your niche] and contact the webmaster with a replacement link to your relevant, updated content.

Analyze competitors' backlinks to identify websites that link to similar content and draft an outreach strategy to propose linking to your superior resources.

Identify local businesses and organizations in [your city/region] for potential link-building partnerships and outreach with a community-focused proposal.

Contact authors of roundup posts in [your niche] to suggest including your content as a valuable addition to their list.

Draft an outreach email for link reclamation by contacting websites that mention your brand or products without linking and kindly request a link addition.

Identify podcasts in [your niche] and pitch yourself as a guest speaker, offering insights on [specific topics], and ask for a link back to your site in the show notes.

Offer to write testimonials for products or services you’ve used within your industry, requesting a link back to your website in exchange.

Organize an online event or webinar on [specific topic] and partner with industry influencers, asking them to promote the event and link back to your registration page.

ChatGPT Prompts For Technical SEO

Wanting to improve your site’s speed or fix crawl errors? Great – here are 15 prompts for technical SEO to fix any issue a website might face.

Again, keep in mind that you may need to supplement ChatGPT with additional data such as Google Search Console errors or a CSV of your sitemap.

Analyze the current site speed of [your website] and identify specific areas for improvement to enhance page load times.

Conduct a mobile-friendliness test for [your website] to ensure optimal viewing and interaction experience across all devices.

Review the site structure of [your website] for SEO efficiency, focusing on URL hierarchy, navigation, and internal linking strategy.

Identify and fix any crawl errors reported in the Google Search Console for [your website] to improve site indexing.

Audit [your website] for duplicate content issues and establish canonical tags to specify preferred URLs to search engines.

Evaluate the XML sitemap of [your website] for completeness and accuracy, ensuring all important pages are included and up to date.

Check [your website] for broken links and redirect them to relevant pages to improve user experience and link equity distribution.

Optimize the robots.txt file of [your website] to efficiently guide search engine crawlers through your site's important pages.

Assess the HTTPS security setup of [your website] to ensure it meets current security standards for user safety and trust.

Create an action plan to reduce the JavaScript and CSS blocking of [your website] to improve rendering times and user experience.

Examine the image optimization practices on [your website], focusing on file size reduction and alt text for improved page speed and accessibility.

Review and optimize the meta tags (title, description, headers) across [your website] for better search engine visibility and click-through rates.

Investigate the use of hreflang tags on [your website] to ensure proper targeting and serving of content to international audiences.

Implement a breadcrumb navigation on [your website] to enhance user navigation and understanding of site hierarchy.

Develop a strategy for ongoing technical SEO audits for [your website] to identify and address emerging issues promptly.

ChatGPT Prompts For Meta Descriptions & Titles

Optimizing meta descriptions and titles may help you in improving your site’s CTR and ultimately rankings, so here are 13 prompts to help you set them up:

Create a meta title for [insert your article link] that captures the essence and value for readers.

Draft a meta description for [insert your article link] that summarizes key points and encourages clicks.

Generate a meta title for our [insert your service/product] page that highlights its unique benefits.

Compose a meta description for an in-depth guide on [insert specific guide link], promising actionable insights.

Craft a meta title for a case study on [insert case study link], highlighting transformative results or insights.

Help me create a meta title for the homepage of [insert site name, link, or description], focusing on core values and mission.

Assist in drafting a meta description for the 'About Us' page of [insert site name], highlighting the team's expertise and dedication.

Compose a meta title and description for a tutorial or how-to guide on [insert topic] at [insert site name], highlighting the practical help provided.

Formulate a meta description & title for the 'Support' or 'Help Center' page of [insert site name], assuring users of reliable assistance and resources.

Develop a meta description for a landing page promoting [insert campaign or offer] on [insert site name], emphasizing the value proposition.

Generate a meta title for the 'Case Studies' section of [insert link], underlining real-world applications and successes.

ChatGPT Prompts For SEO Reporting

Need to dig deeper into your site’s data? Here are 20 prompts for SEO-specific analysis work.

Help me create a Regex expression to filter queries containing three or more words in Google Search Console for long-tail keyword analysis.

Assist in developing a Regex pattern to identify and analyze performance of blog posts versus product pages from Google Search Console data.

Provide guidance on crafting a Regex expression to differentiate between brand and non-brand traffic in Google Search Console reports.

Show me how to set up a Google Data Studio report that integrates Google Analytics and Google Search Console data using specific dimensions and metrics for comprehensive SEO performance monitoring.

Guide me through creating a custom Google Analytics report to track conversion rates for users coming from organic search, using Regex to filter out branded queries.

Explain the process of setting up a custom alert in Google Analytics for significant changes in organic search traffic, using Regex for precise monitoring.

Show how to apply Regex in Google Search Console to extract specific error types or URLs from the Coverage report for targeted troubleshooting.

Guide me in creating a custom Google Data Studio report that visualizes organic traffic trends over time for [your website].

Show me how to use Google Search Console to identify and fix mobile usability issues impacting [your website].

Assist in configuring Google Analytics to track e-commerce conversion rates, including cart abandonment rates for [your online store].

Show me how to identify the top exit pages on [your website] using Google Analytics and strategies for improving these pages to retain visitors.

Assist me in analyzing the referral traffic sources in Google Analytics to identify new partnership opportunities for [your website].

Guide me on setting up an alert in Google Analytics for unexpected drops in traffic to quickly address potential issues on [your website].

Help me understand how to use Google Search Console to analyze the search performance of newly published content on [your website].

Show me how to use Google Data Studio to create a report tracking user engagement metrics (time on site, pages per session) for [your website].

Guide me through setting up a funnel visualization in Google Analytics for the checkout process on [your e-commerce site] to identify drop-off points.

Help me utilize Google Search Console to track the effectiveness of a recent site structure change on search rankings for [your website].

Explain how to configure cross-domain tracking in Google Analytics for a seamless analysis of user journeys across [your main site and subdomains].

Explain how to set up event tracking in Google Analytics for interactions like video plays or downloads on [your website].

Assist me in setting up a comparative analysis in Google Data Studio to evaluate [your website's] performance before and after a major update.

Conclusion

If you loved these prompts for your optimizing your website across the web’s search engines, why not check out some related content?

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Let me know if you used any of the prompts listed here and how they helped you boosting your search rankings.