Introduction
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When working with a client, especially when you don’t have backend access to their website, it’s crucial to find ways to provide value and actionable insights without direct modifications. In this article, I’ll walk you through the step-by-step process we used to conduct a non-intrusive SEO improvement analysis for Green Apple Health Foods. We’ll also discuss how this process can be replicated and the tools used to accomplish it.
Whether you’re looking to boost your own site’s SEO or provide professional services, this method will help you start strong and deliver impactful results, even with limited access. Plus, I’m launching a Fiverr Gig based on this service—[Link Placeholder for Fiverr Gig]—so you can get the same done for your business.
Step-by-Step Process
1. Understanding the Client’s Needs
Before diving into keyword research or SEO tools, the first step was identifying the client’s goals. In this case, Green Apple Health Foods needed a strategy to improve their organic traffic through non-intrusive means. They didn’t provide backend access to their site, so we needed to focus on external analysis.
2. Initial Setup: Ahrefs Tools
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To get started, we utilized Ahrefs—a robust SEO tool that offers keyword research, competitor analysis, and non-intrusive site audits. Since we couldn’t verify site ownership through Google Search Console, we opted to focus on keyword opportunities and external site analysis.
3. Keyword Research with Ahrefs’ Keywords Explorer
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Using Ahrefs’ Keywords Explorer, we began with a set of seed keywords related to Green Apple Health Foods’ niche (health foods, supplements, and organic products). The keywords were chosen based on their relevance to Green Apple’s products and services, and included terms like:
- Health Foods
- Organic Supplements
- Vegan Foods
- Clean Eating Products
We then ran the search through Keywords Explorer, which provided us with important data:
- Search Volume: How many people search for a given keyword.
- Keyword Difficulty (KD): How hard it is to rank for the keyword.
- Click-Through Rate (CTR): The estimated number of clicks per search.
This data allowed us to identify low-difficulty, high-value keywords Green Apple Health Foods could realistically target.
4. Analyzing Competitors
We next analyzed competitor keywords. This allowed us to see which terms high-ranking health food brands were targeting and identify potential keyword gaps Green Apple could fill.
By entering competitor URLs in Ahrefs’ Site Explorer, we were able to find untapped opportunities for keywords like “Low sugar snacks” and “Clean eating foods.” These terms were:
- Relatively easy to rank for (low KD),
- Relevant to Green Apple’s offerings,
- Highly searched by users.
5. Creating the Non-Intrusive SEO Improvement Report
The next phase was compiling our findings into a Non-Intrusive SEO Improvement Report. This document highlighted:
- Low-Difficulty Keywords: These are terms Green Apple could target right away to start ranking, including “Low sugar snacks” (KD 15) and “Clean eating foods” (KD 47).
- Content Strategy Suggestions: Blog ideas and content recommendations that can be implemented without backend access. For example, “Top 10 Low-Sugar Snacks” or “Benefits of Organic Herbal Teas.”
- Competitor Insights: We suggested focusing on keywords where Green Apple’s competitors are ranking but where there’s still room for optimization.
6. Preparing for a Website SEO Analysis Report
With the keyword strategy in place, the next step is conducting a Website SEO Analysis. This involves using Ahrefs’ Site Explorer to assess backlink profiles, site authority, and technical SEO health, which will help Green Apple further optimize its website in the future.
This two-step approach of non-intrusive keyword research followed by a full SEO audit ensures that even with limited access, we can provide tangible improvements that increase organic traffic over time.
How You Can Get the Same Results
If you’re looking to improve your website’s SEO but don’t want to give backend access or simply need a fresh set of eyes to analyze your performance, I’ve got you covered. I’ve set up a Fiverr Gig where I offer this exact service to help businesses improve their SEO with zero access to their site—perfect for audits, keyword research, and content strategy.
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Fiverr Gig Outline: Non-Intrusive SEO Improvement Analysis
Gig Title:
🚀 Non-Intrusive SEO Improvement Analysis | Boost Your Organic Traffic
Gig Description:
Do you want to improve your website’s SEO and organic traffic but don’t want to give backend access? No problem! With this service, I provide a comprehensive, non-intrusive SEO improvement report that includes:
- In-Depth Keyword Research: We find the best, low-difficulty, high-value keywords that your business can rank for quickly.
- Competitor Analysis: Discover what keywords your competitors are using and find untapped opportunities to help you rise to the top.
- Actionable Content Strategy: Get content suggestions and blog ideas based on the keywords we uncover.
- Website SEO Overview: Even without backend access, we’ll provide you with recommendations based on visible elements (meta descriptions, title tags, headings, etc.).
This service is perfect for:
- Businesses looking to improve SEO without giving full site access
- Site owners looking for expert keyword research and competitor insights
- Marketers who need actionable recommendations to improve organic rankings
Package Options:
- Basic Package:
- Keyword Research Only: Identify top low-difficulty, high-value keywords for your business.
- Competitor Keyword Insights
- Delivery Time: 3 days
- Standard Package:
- Basic Package +
- Non-Intrusive SEO Improvement Report with keyword suggestions, blog topics, and SEO recommendations.
- Delivery Time: 5 days
- Premium Package:
- Standard Package +
- Website SEO Overview with a full non-intrusive site audit and competitor comparison.
- Delivery Time: 7 days
Extras:
- Rush Delivery (1-2 days)
- Additional Keyword Research (up to 20 extra keywords)
Screenshots and Behind-the-Scenes
Throughout this process, we documented each step with screenshots from Ahrefs, highlighting the tools and data we used to make decisions. This way, you can see exactly how we gathered data, analyzed it, and provided recommendations.
Conclusion
This process is one we’ll be duplicating in future projects—whether for Green Apple Health Foods or other clients. By focusing on non-intrusive SEO methods first, we can provide valuable insights without needing direct access to a site, all while ensuring the SEO strategy is built on data-driven logic. Click here to see Part 2 of this article.
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See a Example of the report by clicking here(opens in new tab).
