Squirrly SEO
Squirrly SEO is an all-in-one SEO suite for WordPress powered by AI that simplifies and optimizes the SEO process. It has over 650 pre-conf...
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What is Squirrly SEO?
Squirrly SEO is an AI-powered WordPress SEO plugin that combines a SaaS platform with plugin functionality to provide a holistic SEO solution. It features 3 different types of AI built by AISQ: Ranking Vision AI for creating dynamic SEO goals, Keyword Research AI for finding rankable keywords, and ASK AI for learning how to use the plugin. The tool provides a daily SEO roadmap, keyword research, rank tracking, Focus Pages for deep page analysis, SEO automation, bulk SEO capabilities, and real-time content optimization while writing.
Key features include the 14-Day Journey to Top 10 bootcamp, XML Sitemap Generator, Local SEO with Schema for local businesses, Advanced SEO Modules, JSON-LD semantic SEO markup, Focus Pages that analyze 54+ SEO signals, SEO Live Assistant for real-time optimization, Blogging Assistant, SERP Checker, Google Search Console integration, Google Analytics integration, backlink audits, competitor analysis, and automated inner linking. The plugin works with Elementor, Gutenberg, Divi, WooCommerce, WPML, and PHP 8+.
Squirrly SEO is designed for entrepreneurs, bloggers, eCommerce stores, marketers, local shop owners who don't speak tech, and agencies managing multiple sites. It's ideal for WordPress users who want to rank without being SEO experts, teams at companies like BBC and Microsoft, and anyone tired of using multiple SEO tools. The tool has over 4.7 million downloads and 25,000+ paying customers across 150+ countries.
Squirrly SEO pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Squirrly SEO offers 4 pricing tiers: FREE ($0/month for 1 WordPress site, best for beginners, bloggers, solo projects), PRO ($9.99/month for 5 WordPress sites, best for business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers, side project owners, teams under 5 people), Business ($71.99/month for 7 WordPress sites, ideal for companies and marketers needing holistic SEO), and Web Dev Kit (starting at $51.20/month for 10 WordPress sites, best for agencies wanting exceptional WP control). The FREE plan includes 1 SEO audit page, 3 keyword researches/month, 5 pages for SEO Strategy, and 1 Focus Page/account. The PRO plan includes Lite Audit Suite, 100 keyword researches/month, unlimited pages for SEO Strategy, 35 Focus Pages/account (max 5/site), up to 1500 new keyword ideas/month, SEO Live Assistant PRO, Blogging Assistant, and Copyright-Free Images. The Business plan includes PRO Audit Suite with 100 audit pages, unlimited content marketing analytics pages, and all PRO features. All plans are risk-free with cancel anytime (no additional fees), upgrade, and downgrade options.
Squirrly SEO pros
- AI-powered with 3 different types of AI (Ranking Vision AI, Keyword Research AI, ASK AI)
- Over 650 features packed inside one tool
- Number 1 out of 390 for Content Insights (beating Ahrefs, Moz, SEMrush, HubSpot)
- Number 2 out of 390 for Technical SEO
- Daily SEO Goals created by Ranking Vision AI match exactly what your site needs
- Focus Pages tool analyzes 54+ SEO signals per page with data from 600,000 websites
- 14-Day SEO Bootcamp built-in with step-by-step mission to rank in 2 weeks
- Real-time SEO Live Assistant guides you while writing in WordPress or builders
- Keyword Research uses fresh data with maximum 48-hour caching (not years)
- Works in compatibility mode with Yoast, Rank Math, All in One SEO, SEO Framework
- Cloud + plugin duality loads plugin code very fast using Squirrly's cloud servers
- Bulk SEO functionality for optimizing multiple pages at once
- JSON-LD Schema Generator for rich snippets and semantic SEO markup
- Full Google Search Console integration with impressions and CTR data
- Google Analytics integration showing time on page, visits/day, bounce rate
- Local SEO with Schema for local business including coordinates, hours, menus
- 301 Redirect feature available in Visibility section
- XML Sitemap customizable including News Sitemap for Google News
- Auto-Indexing (IndexNow) to ping new posts to search engines
- Inner Links feature shows suggested internal links for Focus Pages
- Blogging Assistant for content optimization
- Copyright-Free Images included
- SERP Checker from Squirrly's private cloud servers checks 100% accurate positions daily
- Competitor Analysis with SaaS side included in FREE plan
Squirrly SEO cons
- Complex interface with many features can be overwhelming for novice users
- Significant learning curve to get the most from the plugin
- Some features require Advanced Pack purchase (Redirects, 404 Monitoring, Custom Schemas)
- Free plan limited to 1 SEO audit page per website
- Free plan only includes 3 keyword researches per month
- Free plan allows only 5 pages for SEO Strategy
- Focus Pages limited to 1 per account on free plan
- Some users report difficulty finding all features initially
- Cloud dependency requires whitelisting Squirrly IPs (176.9.121.162, 176.9.112.210) on some hosts
- Expert mode available but basic mode may hide advanced options
- 100% green in Live Assistant doesn't guarantee immediate traffic
- Business Plan pricing at $71.99/month may be expensive for small businesses
- Agency Plan at $75.99/month has limited sites compared to alternatives
- Some automation patterns may need manual adjustment
- JSON-LD author link had historical issues with special characters
- Multilingual site support requires WPML compatibility configuration
- Cache clearing behavior may need manual adjustment for third-party caches
- German language keyword detection in image files had historical bugs
- Pagination issues in Briefcase reported in older versions
- Some users prefer simpler SEO plugins like Yoast for basic needs
Frequently asked questions about Squirrly SEO
Can I use Squirrly together with Rank Math or Yoast?
Yes, you can use Squirrly SEO alongside Rank Math, Yoast, All in One SEO, SEO Framework, and other SEO plugins in compatibility mode. Squirrly enables you to deactivate certain settings or modules so it works with other plugins. If Squirrly stops handling source code changes, it works compatibility mode with Rank Math, SEOpress, All In One SEO, Yoast, and others. You can also decide to switch completely to Squirrly as it offers the complete SEO funnel with around 650 features most of which can't be found in other plugins.
Can I import data from Rank Math or Yoast into Squirrly SEO?
Yes, you can easily import all settings and all page optimizations made with Rank Math, Yoast, All in One SEO, SEO Framework, and other plugins using Squirrly's import feature. This provides step-by-step documentation on how to migrate your data so you don't lose your previous SEO optimization. The import feature makes switching to Squirrly seamless.
What are Focus Pages and how are they different from Pillar Content?
Focus Pages is an incredibly valuable SEO tool that does everything required for SEO, unlike the pillar feature in Rank Math. It offers more content analysis than even Moz or Ahrefs. Powered by advanced cloud servers owned by Squirrly Company with MarketIntelligence big data analysis and data sources like Moz, Majestic, Alexa, Semrush, Google Analytics, and Squirrly's own crawlers, Focus Pages analyzes each page the same way Google's algorithms see it. It shows you 54+ SEO signals, inner links count, backlinks, social media sharing, and provides specific tasks to influence SEO signals.
Does Squirrly SEO have a redirection feature?
Yes, Squirrly provides redirection functionality with a 301 Redirect option. The 301 Redirection Option can be found in All Snippets in the Visibility section of Squirrly SEO, available in Bulk SEO Snippet and when Editing Page Snippet on the Front-End. This is a new way of doing redirects that complements the automatic redirection feature. The Redirects feature is also available in Squirrly SEO - Advanced Pack.
How does Squirrly compare to other plugins in terms of site speed?
Most processing, data storage, and advanced features that only Squirrly SEO can do happen on Squirrly's Cloud Servers. The duality between plugin and Cloud Services (APIs, crawlers, big data, A.I., MarketIntelligence services) allows Squirrly to load the plugin's code very fast. This cloud + plugin advantage gives Squirrly an advantage over other WordPress SEO plugins like SEO Framework, SEO Press, Rank Math, All in One SEO, and Yoast that don't have this cloud duality.
What special features does Squirrly offer for Local SEO?
Squirrly provides Schema for Local Business including coordinates, hours, menus, and more. You can add Meta Data for GEO and Location especially helpful for Local SEO and Knowledge Graph. Add Coordinates for Local SEO and the address of your main location, which will be used for your Organization and Publisher details. Schema for Local SEO can be built directly from WordPress via Squirrly > SEO Settings > JSON-LD. For multiple locations, you can build Schema using the provided Editor and Custom Code option. Squirrly also added KML files so you can easily add your local business to Google Earth with working integration.
Why is Squirrly's keyword research tool better than external tools?
Squirrly's built-in keyword research tool allows you to perform keyword research without leaving WordPress. It provides access to Briefcase, which means you can not only find keywords but also organize them into tighter groups for better strategy. Squirrly's keyword research data is fresh since they don't use caching - maximum caching time is about 48 hours, not a whole year or two years like other tools. Using Google API for search volume and Social Media for discussions, the data is fresh every time, which is why Squirrly's data differs from other keyword research tools that use extensive caching.
Can I remove no-index pages from the XML Sitemap?
Yes, you can use Squirrly SEO to remove no-index pages from the XML sitemap in two ways. First, by post type using SEO Settings > Automation functionality - select the post type and switch off 'Include In XML Sitemap'. Second, at an URL level by editing the SEO Snippet and selecting 'Visibility'. This gives you flexibility to control sitemap inclusion at both the post type level and individual URL level.
Does Squirrly have an option for submitting new URLs to Google Search Console?
Yes, Squirrly has an option that helps with submitting new URLs to Google Search Console called the 'Ping New Posts to Search Engine' option. This pinging process notifies search engines that your XML sitemap has been updated. For News websites, you can also build XML Sitemap for Google News and register your website to Google News after activating the News Sitemap.
Can you guarantee SEO results with Squirrly?
Yes, if you follow what Squirrly outlines in their advice and goals, they guarantee results. Squirrly provides a results guarantee that users can read about on their website. The tool offers customized to-dos from an AI SEO consultant for better rankings plus step-by-step guidance on implementation. Users who followed Squirrly's advice and created Focus pages taking all suggested steps reported significant Google ranking improvements and increased traffic over time.