The new SEO stack: What replaces your old toolset
See how LLMs, APIs and scripts cut busywork, uncover AI search signals and help teams move faster without ditching core SEO basics.
Ludwig Makhyan is a contributor for Search Engine Land, covering organic and technical SEO. His background is in web development and digital marketing. Ludwig has over 20 years of experience in website design, coding and promotion. He is the founder of Website Coach, a digital intelligence tool for business executives.
See how LLMs, APIs and scripts cut busywork, uncover AI search signals and help teams move faster without ditching core SEO basics.
Ludwig Makhyan | Jun 30, 2026 at 10:00 am ETControl how AI bots access your site, structure content for extraction, and improve your chances of being cited in AI-generated answers.
Ludwig Makhyan | Mar 31, 2026 at 11:00 am ETAfter launch, ongoing tracking keeps your site competitive. Use automation and analytics to catch issues early and sustain SEO growth.
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Ludwig Makhyan | Aug 7, 2025 at 10:00 am ETYour SEO reports need a compelling story and the right data to be well received. Here's a guide to help you get ahead.
Ludwig Makhyan | Apr 30, 2025 at 9:00 am ETAutomate site audits, analyze pages and generate AI-driven optimization insights all within Google Sheets.
Ludwig Makhyan | Jan 30, 2025 at 9:00 am ETFrom enhancing Core Web Vitals to reducing load times, optimize your website for speed and usability with these tips and best practices.
Ludwig Makhyan | Nov 15, 2024 at 10:00 am ETGet more done in less time with these must-have AI tools to automate tasks, optimize content and improve your search engine rankings.
Ludwig Makhyan | Sep 27, 2024 at 9:00 am ETWebsite migration is complicated. Eliminate errors and help streamline the site migration process with these steps.
Ludwig Makhyan | Jul 30, 2024 at 9:06 am ETHere’s what you need to know about Google’s new Core Web Vitals metric and how to optimize your site's responsiveness.
Ludwig Makhyan | Apr 30, 2024 at 8:00 am ETLearn effective methods for turning SEO traffic into conversions, including UX enhancements, A/B testing, leveraging social proof, and more.
Ludwig Makhyan | Jan 30, 2024 at 8:00 am ETLinking out won't help your SEO. What will? Get the lowdown on Google's stance as shared by John Mueller, plus tips for user-focused linking.
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Ludwig Makhyan | May 9, 2023 at 9:00 am ETConducting SERP analysis will help you understand what is and isn't working for a particular keyword. Here are tips and tools to get started.
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Ludwig Makhyan | Oct 11, 2022 at 6:00 am ETEnterprise SEO is a long-term process. These tips can help make it far less challenging for you and your team.
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