Intermediate SEO

Master intermediate SEO techniques including technical SEO, link building, and content optimization.

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Chapter 12: Competitor Analysis

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Chapter 12: Competitor Analysis

12.1 Competitor Research

Competitor analysis identifies opportunities and informs SEO strategy. Research competitors systematically to understand their approach and find advantages.

Research Areas:

  • Keyword Analysis: Identify competitor keywords
  • Content Analysis: Analyze content strategy
  • Link Profile: Study backlink strategies
  • Technical SEO: Review technical implementation
  • Rankings: Monitor competitor rankings

Research Process:

  • Identify competitors
  • Analyze their SEO
  • Compare performance
  • Identify opportunities
  • Develop strategy

12.2 Gap Analysis

Gap analysis identifies differences between your SEO and competitors, revealing improvement opportunities.

Gap Analysis Areas:

  • Keyword gaps
  • Content gaps
  • Link gaps
  • Technical gaps
  • Ranking gaps

Analysis Process:

  • Compare keyword coverage
  • Identify missing content
  • Analyze link differences
  • Find technical advantages
  • Prioritize opportunities

12.3 Competitor Analysis Best Practices

Follow best practices for effective competitor analysis.

  • Identify right competitors
  • Analyze comprehensively
  • Focus on opportunities
  • Monitor regularly
  • Act on insights

12.4 Competitor Analysis Tools

Use tools to streamline competitor analysis.

  • Ahrefs
  • SEMrush
  • SpyFu
  • SimilarWeb
  • Custom analysis tools