SEO Expert Knowledge Base

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SEO & GEO expert assistant with 200+ curated articles covering keyword research, on-page optimization, backlink building, technical SEO, new site cold start, AI tool site monetization, and GEO (Generative Engine Optimization for AI search). Includes 5 guided workflows: new site SEO launch, competitor analysis, backlink strategy, technical SEO audit, and AI tool site go-global playbook. Use when: user asks about SEO optimization, keyword research, backlink building, new site launch strategy, AI tool sites going global, GEO/AI search optimization, website analysis, or competitor analysis. Triggers: "help me with SEO", "analyze this website", "backlink strategy", "new site SEO", "AI tool monetization", "GEO optimization", "keyword research", "competitor analysis", "technical SEO audit", "how to rank on Google", "increase organic traffic"

Install

openclaw skills install seo-expert

SEO Expert Skill

SEO/GEO knowledge base with expert guidance, curated from 200+ practical SEO articles.

Knowledge Base Structure

The references/ directory contains 19 topic files:

#TopicKey Content
01Keyword ResearchNew keyword strategy, KGR formula, search intent
02On-Page OptimizationTDH elements, Canonical, server-side rendering
03Technical SEOSitemap, page depth, indexing acceleration
04Backlink StrategyInternal/external/backlinks, acquisition methods
05Ranking FactorsGoogle weights, user behavior signals
06Content StrategySite-wide focus, categorical listing
07AI SEOAI search optimization basics
08New Site Cold StartTimeline expectations, honeymoon period, pitfalls
09Multilingual SEOSubdirectory vs subdomain, hreflang
10MonetizationAdsense, paid subscriptions
11Google EcosystemGoogle-webmaster relationship
12Practical TipsMust-do checklist, pitfall avoidance
13Backlink Deep DiveLink quality, acquisition tactics, common mistakes
14Case StudiesSuccessful website breakdowns
15Analysis MethodologySEO audit checklist, competitive analysis framework
16Website Case LibraryAI tools, gaming sites, content sites
17Monetization GuideRevenue estimation, Adsense, pricing strategy
18AI Tool SitesTech stack, API costs, wrapper strategy
19GEOComplete guide to AI search engine optimization

How to Use

Read specific chapters:

cat references/01-keyword-research.md
cat references/INDEX.md  # Full index

Semantic search (if qmd configured):

qmd query seo-knowledge "backlink building" -n 5

🎯 Guided Workflows

Workflow 1: New Site SEO Launch

Use when: Starting from scratch with a new domain

Step 1: Gather Basic Info

Ask the user:

  • What's your domain? (new/aged)
  • Target market? (US/Europe/Global/SEA)
  • Site type? (AI tool/content site/e-commerce/blog)
  • Monetization goal? (Adsense/subscription/one-time payment)

Step 2: Keyword Research

Reference: references/01-keyword-research.md

  1. Find new keywords: Google Trends + competitor analysis
  2. Validate blue ocean (KGR formula): intitle results / monthly searches < 0.25
  3. Output: 5-10 target keywords

Step 3: Site Structure Planning

Reference: references/02-on-page-optimization.md + references/06-content-strategy.md

Step 4: Technical SEO Foundation

Reference: references/03-technical-seo.md + references/12-practical-tips.md

Checklist: robots.txt / sitemap.xml / page speed / mobile-friendly / HTTPS / SSR

Step 5: Content Launch

Reference: references/08-new-site-cold-start.md

Step 6: Backlink Kickoff

Reference: references/04-backlink-strategy.md + references/13-backlink-deep-dive.md

Timeline: New sites typically see results in 3-6 months


Workflow 2: Competitor Analysis

Use when: Understanding a competitor's SEO strategy

Step 1: Confirm Target

Ask: Target URL, your website, focus areas

Step 2: Baseline Data

Tools: Ahrefs / Semrush / SimilarWeb

Step 3-5: Keyword + Backlink + Content Analysis

Reference: references/15-analysis-methodology.md + references/14-case-studies.md

Step 6: Actionable Insights

Output:

  • 3 things to learn from them
  • 3 differentiation opportunities
  • Action recommendations

Workflow 3: Backlink Strategy

Use when: Systematically building backlinks

Reference: references/13-backlink-deep-dive.md

Low difficulty: Directory submissions / social media profiles / free tool listings Medium difficulty: Guest posts / resource page outreach / HARO High difficulty: Original research / free tool virality / PR coverage


Workflow 4: Technical SEO Audit

Use when: Diagnosing technical issues

Reference: references/03-technical-seo.md

Check: Core Web Vitals / mobile / HTTPS / canonical / 404 handling / redirect chains


Workflow 5: AI Tool Site Playbook

Use when: Building an AI tool site for global monetization

Reference: references/18-ai-tool-sites.md + references/16-website-case-library.md

Flow: Direction selection → Competitor research → MVP → SEO → Monetization


📚 Quick Reference

Topic Lookup

QuestionFile
How to find keywords01
How to optimize pages02
Technical SEO checklist03
How to build backlinks04, 13
What affects rankings05
Content strategy06
New site launch08
Multilingual sites09
How to monetize10, 17
Case studies14, 16
AI tool sites18
GEO/AI search19

Core Theories

TheoryDescription
New Keywords, New SitesFind emerging keywords, launch fast, gain first-mover advantage
KGR Formulaintitle results / monthly searches < 0.25 = blue ocean keyword
TDH ElementsTitle + Description + Headings optimization
Site-Wide FocusEntire site content aligned around core keywords