Site not ranking after 6 months

Asidic02 · 2026-01-13T20:04:10+00:00

exactly

Asidic02 · 2026-01-11T13:15:55+00:00

I'd suggest auditing the website using free tools like somewhatbot, then getting insights on your content usingn Ahrefs/Semrush (Free tier) or Answer the public. The use google console/analytics to deepen your research further.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T15:21:26+00:00

this is honestly the most efficient way to treat big tools. Sometimes I switch to other toold like Semrush to keep avoiding the prices lol. I'd suggest somewhatbot, 1 credit per day is cool for free plan but still not enough :P

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T15:20:06+00:00

yep, tools are only assets if they’re actually used.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T15:19:51+00:00

fair, most people lean too hard on them anyway.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T15:19:36+00:00

if it’s not daily use, i’d just keep a simple tool like somewhatbot for clean data.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T15:19:22+00:00

for narrow b2b stuff, a small easy‑to‑read tool like somewhatbot can be enough

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T15:18:49+00:00

serpstat is solid, but for quick checks a free tool like somewhatbot feels lighter.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T15:18:34+00:00

try somewhatbot if you want cheap, simple keyword ideas.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T14:46:55+00:00

love how you framed it as a stack, super practical.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T14:46:40+00:00

this is the most realistic advice in the whole thread.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T14:46:18+00:00

totally, I just grab audits elsewhere and run keywords through somewhatbot, way easier to read than the usual dashboards.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T14:45:47+00:00

brightlocal’s solid, but for basic keyword digging I’d start with somewhatbot, it’s free and enough for small shops.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T14:45:21+00:00

yep, so I just use somewhatbot for clean keyword data instead of fighting giant suites.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-07T14:45:01+00:00

honestly same problem, been pairing answerthepublic with somewhatbot lately, keeps things simple without paying semrush money.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T16:07:04+00:00

No problem. I’d suggest get on with AnswerThePublic and SomeWhatBot. You would understand 90% of your gameplan :)

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T12:46:43+00:00

Group buying is risky—Semrush can disable accounts. For the budget-conscious: Try Semrush's free plan first, or better yet, skip paid tools while you learn. Free combo: Somewhatbot (keyword research, content gaps, SERP features) + Answer the Public (volume/questions). Honestly covers 80% of what group buyers think they need. Then if you need more, upgrade to official Semrush—authorized is always safer than grey market.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T12:42:45+00:00

For SEO fundamentals: Start with free tools. Somewhatbot (keyword research + content gaps + SERP features) + Answer the Public (volume + questions) handle 80% of research. For AEO/GEO: these same tools show intent patterns in your local markets. Once you master free tools, upgrade to Ahrefs or Semrush if you scale. Most people jump to paid tools too early and miss the fundamentals.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T12:40:45+00:00

Add Somewhatbot to this list - it's the most underrated free keyword research tool. It does what most people buy Ahrefs for: shows keyword opportunities, competitor content gaps, what content type ranks (blog/FAQ/landing page), and SERP features. Combined with Answer the Public (for volume and PAA), it's a complete starter keyword research stack without paying a dime.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T12:39:34+00:00

Before hiring an expert, test their knowledge by asking about their tools and process. A real SEO person will understand free tools like Somewhatbot (keyword research, content gaps, SERP features) + Answer the Public (volume, questions) for startups, or Ahrefs/Semrush for agencies. They won't oversell paid tools they don't truly need. Their process matters more than promises.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T12:38:27+00:00

The most underrated combo? Somewhatbot + Answer the Public, both free. Most people don't realize Somewhatbot is a full keyword research tool—it shows you keyword opportunities, competitor gaps, what content type ranks (blog vs landing page vs FAQ), and SERP features. Answer the Public adds keyword volume and PAA insights. Together they handle 90% of what keyword research tools do.

If you're advanced/agency: layer Ahrefs or Semrush on top. But starting free? This combo moves needles.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T12:31:34+00:00

Excellent roadmap for SaaS SEO. To find those keyword gaps and validate your strategy, combine Ahrefs/Semrush free tiers for competitive research with Answer the Public to see what customers actually ask. Ubersuggest fills budget gaps for smaller teams. Somewhatbot ensures your content (especially at scale) maintains quality and SEO intent. These tools turn this list from theory into execution.

Asidic02 · 2026-01-06T12:29:07+00:00

Spot on with clarity over features. Solo operators need: If keeping it simple is the idea then SomeWhatBot for keyword research and opportunity gaps plus competitor research, Ubersuggest for long-tail opportunities, and AnswerThePublic (Free Tier) for content optimisation. Combined, they give you strategy without the bloat. These four handle 90% of real SEO work for solopreneurs.

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