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  • Replace Your SEO Agency Kit — SpyFu + Claude + DataForSEO

    Replace Your SEO Agency Kit — SpyFu + Claude + DataForSEO

    $130/month of tools doing $2,000/month of agency work. This kit documents and delivers the complete stack — configured, connected, and ready to run.

    What Small SEO Agencies Actually Do

    A $2,000/month SEO retainer typically covers: weekly competitive keyword monitoring, monthly rank tracking, keyword gap analysis against 3-5 competitors, content brief creation, and a monthly report. That’s the job. SpyFu handles the data layer. Claude handles the interpretation and content strategy. DataForSEO handles rank tracking. This kit wires them together into a system you run yourself in about 45 minutes per week.

    The Stack

    • SpyFu Pro ($79/mo) — competitor keyword intelligence, PPC ad history, 10+ years of historical data, API access
    • Claude Pro ($20/mo) — interprets the data, writes content briefs, identifies opportunities, generates competitive analysis narratives
    • DataForSEO (~$30/mo) — automated weekly rank tracking for your target keywords, stored in Notion

    Total: ~$130/month. Everything a boutique SEO agency provides, run by you.

    What’s Included

    • Complete stack setup guide — SpyFu + Claude + DataForSEO configured, authenticated, and connected to Notion
    • Weekly competitive audit workflow — 45-minute documented process from SpyFu data pull to prioritized action list
    • Keyword gap analysis workflow — identify and prioritize the keywords your top 3 competitors rank for that you don’t. Includes SpyFu Kombat tool tutorial and Claude prompt for interpreting the gap list
    • Content brief generator — SpyFu competitor data → Claude → a complete, publishable content brief in 10 minutes
    • Rank tracking setup — DataForSEO automated weekly rank pulls stored in Notion with trend visualization
    • Monthly competitive report template — client-ready or internal presentation format, auto-populated from Notion data
    • Python scripts for all automated data pulls — SpyFu domain overview, keyword rankings, DataForSEO rank checks

    Who This Is For

    Business owners who are paying $1,500-$3,000/month for SEO services and want to understand whether they’re getting value — and potentially do it themselves. In-house marketers who want a structured competitive intelligence system that doesn’t require an agency. Agencies who want to build this workflow into their own client delivery at scale.

    Replace Your SEO Agency Kit

    $97

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    FAQ

    Is this actually a replacement for a good SEO agency?

    For most small businesses: yes. A good boutique SEO agency at $2,000/month is doing exactly what this kit documents. For enterprise sites with complex technical SEO needs, active link building campaigns, and large content programs — no, you need dedicated resources. But for a local business, a growing ecommerce store, or a service business with 5-50 pages, this stack covers the core work.

    How much time does the weekly workflow take?

    About 45 minutes once set up. Data pulls are automated. The human time is reviewing the Notion dashboard, running the Claude keyword gap analysis, and deciding which actions to take.

    Do I need technical skills to set this up?

    Basic comfort with running Python scripts and following a setup guide. The initial setup takes 3-4 hours. After that it runs automatically and the weekly workflow is mostly reviewing dashboards and running Claude prompts.

    How is this delivered?

    To your inbox within 24 hours. ZIP file with all Python scripts, the Notion template duplicate link, Claude prompt library, and the complete setup guide.

  • SpyFu Competitor Intelligence Dashboard — Notion Template & Automation

    SpyFu Competitor Intelligence Dashboard — Notion Template & Automation

    Wake up Monday morning with a fresh competitive intelligence snapshot already in your Notion workspace. No logging in. No pulling data manually. Just the information you need, already organized.

    The Problem With Manual Competitive Research

    You know you should be monitoring competitors regularly. You rarely do, because it takes 45 minutes to log into SpyFu, run the searches, note the changes, and put them somewhere useful. This system does all of that automatically and deposits a structured report in Notion every Monday before you start your week.

    What You Get

    • Notion database template with competitor profiles, tracked keyword rankings, weekly change logs, and ad activity sections — pre-structured and ready to populate
    • Google Apps Script automation (completely free) that authenticates with the SpyFu API, pulls weekly data for your tracked domains, and writes results to your Notion database automatically
    • Competitor profile pages with historical ranking trend views — see which direction each competitor is moving
    • Alert rules that flag competitors who gained 10 or more positions on your tracked keywords — the moves worth paying attention to
    • Client-ready report templates that pull from the Notion database and format into a presentation-ready competitive summary
    • Setup guide — running end-to-end in under 2 hours, no developer required

    How It Works

    You set up the Google Apps Script once (the setup guide takes you through it step by step). You add your competitor domains and target keywords to the Notion database. Every Sunday night, the script runs automatically, pulls the latest SpyFu data, and writes structured records to Notion. Monday morning, your competitive dashboard is already updated.

    Requires SpyFu Pro plan ($79/mo) for API access. Requires a free Notion account and a free Google account for Apps Script. No ongoing fees beyond your SpyFu subscription.

    SpyFu Competitor Intelligence Dashboard

    $67

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    FAQ

    How hard is the setup?

    Under 2 hours following the guide. The hardest part is getting your SpyFu API key, which takes 5 minutes. The Google Apps Script setup has screenshots for every step. The Notion template is pre-built — you duplicate it and add your domains.

    Do I need a paid Notion account?

    No. The template works on Notion’s free tier. If you have a lot of competitor domains and keyword history, a Notion Plus account ($10/mo) gives you more block space, but it’s not required to get started.

    What happens if SpyFu changes their API?

    The kit includes plain-English documentation of how each query works, so you can update the endpoint calls if needed. SpyFu’s API has been stable for years, but if something breaks, email will@tygartmedia.com and we’ll send you an updated version.

  • SpyFu API Starter Kit — Python, JavaScript & Notion Template

    SpyFu API Starter Kit — Python, JavaScript & Notion Template

    The SpyFu API is one of the best-kept secrets in SEO tooling. $79/month buys you programmatic access to 10+ years of competitor data. This kit gives you the code to use it immediately.

    The Problem With API Documentation

    SpyFu’s API documentation tells you what’s available. It doesn’t tell you which endpoints actually matter, how to authenticate correctly, what the response objects look like, or how to store and act on the data. Most developers spend a full day getting their first working query. Most marketers never get there at all. This kit skips all of that.

    What You Get

    • Python code for 5 core endpoints: domain overview, organic keyword rankings, competitor keywords, PPC ad history, and keyword metrics — with authentication, error handling, and sample output
    • JavaScript (Node.js) equivalents for all 5 — same endpoints, same structure, same comments
    • Authenticated query templates ready to run against any domain — swap in the domain, run the script, get data
    • Notion database template for storing and organizing results — competitor profiles, keyword tracking, ad history logs
    • Weekly competitive audit automation guide — schedule pulls, store results incrementally, track ranking changes over time using Google Apps Script (free)
    • DataForSEO integration example — combining SpyFu competitor data with DataForSEO rank tracking for a complete picture
    • Plain-English explanation of every endpoint, every field, and what the data actually means

    Who This Is For

    Marketers who want to pull SpyFu data into spreadsheets, Notion, or custom dashboards without building from scratch. Developers who want working code instead of documentation. Operators who want to automate weekly competitive pulls without hiring anyone to build it.

    Requires SpyFu Pro plan ($79/mo) for API access. Works with Python 3.8+ and Node.js 16+. No prior API experience required — the setup guide assumes you’re starting from zero.

    SpyFu API Starter Kit

    $47

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    Buy Now →

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    Want this customized for your stack? Email will@tygartmedia.com

    FAQ

    Do I need to know how to code?

    Basic familiarity with running a Python or JavaScript script is helpful. The setup guide walks through installing dependencies and running your first query from zero. If you can open a terminal and run a command, you can use this kit.

    Which SpyFu plan do I need?

    SpyFu Pro at $79/month. The Basic plan ($39/mo) doesn’t include API access. Pro includes $100 in API credits per month — more than enough for weekly competitive pulls on multiple domains.

    Can I use this without Notion?

    Yes. The Python and JavaScript code outputs JSON that you can send anywhere — a spreadsheet, a database, a Slack webhook. The Notion template is the recommended storage layer but not required.

    How is this delivered?

    To your inbox within 24 hours of purchase. ZIP file containing all code files, the Notion template duplicate link, and the setup guide PDF.

  • SpyFu vs Ahrefs vs Semrush vs Moz — Complete 2026 SEO Tool Comparison

    SpyFu vs Ahrefs vs Semrush vs Moz — Complete 2026 SEO Tool Comparison

    You don’t need a $250/month SEO platform. You need the right $79/month tool, a $20 Claude subscription, and a workflow that connects them.

    2026 Pricing — Full Matrix

    Tool Entry Mid Pro Key Limitation
    SpyFu Basic $39/mo — — Best for: competitor keyword + PPC research
    SpyFu Pro — $79/mo — Adds API, unlimited exports, 10+ yr history
    Ahrefs Lite $129/mo — — Best for: backlink monitoring
    Ahrefs Standard — $249/mo — Most popular — adds Content Explorer
    Semrush Pro $139.95/mo — — 5 projects, 500 keywords, no historical data
    Semrush Guru — $249.95/mo — Historical data + content toolkit
    Semrush Business — — $499.95/mo API access — required for data integration
    Moz Pro Starter $49/mo — — Best for: site health + DA tracking
    Moz Pro Medium — $179/mo — 1,500 keywords, 2M pages, API access

    Feature Matrix by Use Case

    Use Case SpyFu Ahrefs Semrush Moz
    Competitor keyword research Best Good Good Adequate
    PPC competitor intelligence Best Limited Good Minimal
    Backlink analysis Adequate Best Good Good
    Technical site auditing Limited Best Best Good
    Content strategy tools Limited Good Best Adequate
    Historical data depth Best Good Adequate Adequate
    Value per dollar Best Adequate Poor Good

    Recommended Stacks by Budget

    Under $100/mo: SpyFu Pro ($79) + Claude Pro ($20) = $99/mo. Best competitor intelligence at this price combined with an AI layer that interprets the data. Beats any single tool under $250/mo for daily operational intelligence.

    Under $200/mo: SpyFu Basic ($39) + Moz Pro Standard ($99) + Claude Pro ($20) = $158/mo. Competitor research + domain authority tracking + site health + AI. Covers 90% of small agency workflows.

    Under $300/mo: SpyFu Pro ($79) + Ahrefs Lite ($129) + Claude Pro ($20) = $228/mo. Full stack: competitor intelligence, backlink analysis, and AI interpretation. Covers everything except content toolkit.

    The Honest Verdict

    Semrush and Ahrefs are excellent tools. The question is whether the premium is justified for your specific workflow. Most small businesses use 20% of features on a $249/month plan. SpyFu covers the 20% that matters most — competitor intelligence — at a third of the price. Claude covers the interpretation layer none of the traditional tools provide. That combination beats any single tool at any price for operators who don’t have time to become full-time SEO analysts.

    Want This Stack Set Up For You?

    We configure the SpyFu + Claude competitive intelligence stack for your specific business overnight.

    will@tygartmedia.com

    Email only. We respond within 24 hours.

  • SpyFu vs Ahrefs 2026 — Full Comparison, Pricing & Verdict

    SpyFu vs Ahrefs 2026 — Full Comparison, Pricing & Verdict

    SpyFu starts at $39/month. Ahrefs starts at $29/month. But the useful version of Ahrefs costs 3-6x more. Here’s the honest breakdown.

    Bottom Line

    For competitor keyword and PPC research, SpyFu wins at every price tier. For backlink analysis and content research at scale, Ahrefs is better — but only at Standard ($249/mo) or higher. For most small businesses: SpyFu Pro ($79/mo) + Claude Pro ($20/mo) beats both at $99/mo total.

    2026 Pricing

    Tool Entry Mid Pro Key Limitation
    SpyFu Basic $39/mo — — 6-month history, limited exports
    SpyFu Pro — $79/mo — API, unlimited exports, 10+ year history
    SpyFu Team — — $249/mo Multi-user, white-label reports
    Ahrefs Starter $29/mo — — 1 project only, heavily capped
    Ahrefs Lite — $129/mo — No Content Explorer, 5 projects
    Ahrefs Standard — $249/mo — Content Explorer included, most popular
    Ahrefs Advanced — — $449/mo 5 users, Looker Studio integration

    SpyFu Wins On

    • Competitor keyword research — SpyFu was built for this. 10+ years of competitor history at $79/mo.
    • PPC ad history — SpyFu’s competitor ad database is unmatched at this price. See every ad a competitor has run, how long they ran it, and what keywords triggered it.
    • API access cost — SpyFu includes API at $79/mo. Ahrefs requires $249/mo minimum for comparable access.
    • Value per dollar — SpyFu Pro at $79/mo gives unlimited searches, unlimited exports, and 10+ years of data. Ahrefs Lite at $129/mo gives you 5 projects and no Content Explorer.

    Ahrefs Wins On

    • Backlink database — Larger, more frequently updated, more comprehensive. Essential for serious link building.
    • Content Explorer — Billion-page research database for finding content opportunities. Requires Standard ($249/mo).
    • Technical site auditing — More comprehensive than SpyFu’s technical tools.
    • Data freshness — Backlinks updated every 15-30 minutes at higher tiers.

    The Stack That Beats Both

    SpyFu Pro ($79) + Claude Pro ($20) + DataForSEO for rank data (~$30) = $129/month. Competitor intelligence, AI interpretation, and rank tracking for less than Ahrefs Lite alone. The difference: instead of a dashboard, you have Claude telling you what to do with the data.

    Want This Stack Set Up For You?

    We configure the SpyFu + Claude competitive intelligence stack for your specific business overnight.

    will@tygartmedia.com

    Email only. We respond within 24 hours.

    FAQ

    Is Ahrefs Starter worth it?

    For most use cases, no. It’s heavily limited to 1 project and capped reports. Lite at $129/mo is the real Ahrefs entry point.

    Does SpyFu have an API?

    Yes, included from the Pro plan ($79/mo). Programmatic access to domain data, keyword rankings, and competitor overlap.

    Can I use both SpyFu and Ahrefs together?

    Yes — SpyFu for competitor/PPC research, Ahrefs for backlinks. Many professional SEOs do this. Combined cost is $128-$208/mo, still less than Ahrefs Standard alone.

  • Competitor Pivot Cluster — 5-Article Content Strategy Built Off a Competitor URL

    Competitor Pivot Cluster — 5-Article Content Strategy Built Off a Competitor URL

    Tygart Media / Content Strategy
    The Practitioner JournalField Notes
    By Will Tygart
    · Practitioner-grade
    · From the workbench

    What Is a Competitor Pivot Cluster?
    A Competitor Pivot Cluster uses a competitor’s high-ranking page as a strategic brief — analyzing what it ranks for, where its content is thin, what questions it doesn’t answer, and what audience segments it ignores — then building a 5-article cluster for your site that targets all of it. The competitor did the keyword research. You do the better content.

    The highest-confidence content strategy isn’t guessing what people search for — it’s looking at what already ranks and identifying where the gap is. A competitor page ranking #3 for a valuable keyword is proof the audience exists. Your job is to outflank it on depth, entity coverage, and answer completeness.

    We built a skill for this. It pulls the competitor URL, runs it through content analysis, identifies the keyword clusters it’s capturing, maps the questions it’s not answering, and produces a 5-article cluster that covers the territory more completely. Every article in the cluster targets a specific gap or audience segment the competitor missed.

    Who This Is For

    WordPress site operators who’ve identified a competitor page ranking for keywords they want to capture — and want a structured, research-backed content strategy built around it rather than a single article that tries to do everything.

    What the Cluster Produces

    • Competitor URL analysis — Keyword clusters, entity coverage, content gaps, unanswered questions, and audience segments ignored
    • 5 article outlines — Each targeting a specific gap: one primary pivot article + 4 supporting pieces covering angles the competitor missed
    • Full article writing — All 5 articles written with AEO/GEO optimization, FAQPage schema, and speakable blocks
    • Internal link architecture — Hub-and-spoke linking structure connecting all 5 pieces and pointing to your existing authority pages
    • WordPress publish — All 5 articles published as drafts to your WordPress site via REST API

    What We Deliver

    Item Included
    Competitor URL gap analysis report ✅
    5-article cluster with topic + angle mapping ✅
    Full article writing (5 pieces, 800–1,500 words each) ✅
    AEO/GEO optimization on all 5 articles ✅
    FAQPage + Article schema on all 5 ✅
    Internal link architecture ✅
    WordPress draft publish via REST API ✅

    Have a Competitor Page You Want to Outflank?

    Send the competitor URL and your site URL. We’ll pull the gap analysis and show you the 5-article cluster strategy before you commit.

    → will@tygartmedia.com

    Email only. No commitment to reply.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What makes this different from just writing 5 articles on the same topic?

    The gap analysis structures the cluster around specific weaknesses in the competitor’s content — unanswered questions, missing audience segments, thin entity coverage. Each article has a reason to exist that’s grounded in what the competitor doesn’t cover, not just what we feel like writing about.

    Can you pivot off multiple competitor URLs?

    Yes — we can run the analysis against 2–3 competitor URLs and build a unified cluster that targets the combined gap landscape. This works well when there are 2–3 dominant players in a niche, each strong on different subtopics.

    Does the cluster target the same keyword as the competitor?

    The primary pivot article targets the same or closely related keyword. The 4 supporting articles target long-tail variations and related queries the competitor either ranks weakly for or misses entirely.


    Last updated: April 2026