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<h1>Tracking SEO Performance</h1>
<p>This playbook describes a procedure for using Google Analytics and Search Console to monitor and evaluate the performance of SEO efforts. It aims to help make informed decisions based on data-driven insights.</p>

<h3>Step 1: Access Analytics</h3>
<p>Sign in to your Google Analytics account. Set up your website property if it hasn't been configured already.</p>

<h3>Step 2: Set Goals</h3>
<p>Define specific goals in Google Analytics to track conversions and other key performance indicators (KPIs) for SEO.</p>

<h3>Step 3: Review Reports</h3>
<p>Use the Acquisition, Behavior, and Conversions reports in Google Analytics to understand user interactions and traffic sources.</p>

<h3>Step 4: Integrate Console</h3>
<p>Link your Google Search Console account with Google Analytics for a comprehensive view of organic search data.</p>

<h3>Step 5: Analyze Queries</h3>
<p>Examine the Search Analytics report in Google Search Console to see the queries that bring users to your site.</p>

<h3>Step 6: Check Indexing</h3>
<p>Use the Index Coverage report in Google Search Console to ensure your pages are being indexed appropriately.</p>

<h3>Step 7: Monitor Issues</h3>
<p>Regularly check the Manual Actions section in Google Search Console for any penalties and the Security Issues report for potential threats.</p>

<h3>Step 8: Assess Links</h3>
<p>Study the Links report in Google Search Console to understand and evaluate the backlinks to your site.</p>

<h3>Step 9: Implement Insights</h3>
<p>Make informed decisions and implement changes to your SEO strategy based on the insights gained from analytics data.</p>

<h2>General Notes</h2>

<h3>Regular Updates</h3>
<p>Stay updated with any changes to the tools (Google Analytics and Search Console) to effectively use new features or adjust to updates in the reporting interface.</p>

<h3>Continuous Learning</h3>
<p>SEO is an ever-changing field, so continuous learning and adapting to new trends and algorithms is crucial for ongoing success.</p>