open-seo: AI Agents View SEO Data Directly for $10/Month

Emerging as a lightweight alternative focused on core tasks, this project addresses criticisms that existing SEO suites are overly expensive or feature-complex. It handles major SEO workflows—including keyword research, rank tracking, competitor analysis, backlinks, site audits, and AI visibility—within a single platform. Instead of a subscription fee, it connects directly to your DataForSEO API key, charging only for usage.

Its standout feature is exposing an MCP server, allowing various AI agents such as Claude Code, OpenClaw, and Hermes to access SEO data directly. While it provides pre-built agent skills, you can also create custom skills to adjust workflows as needed. This enables the automation of repetitive SEO tasks by AI.

The cost structure varies by hosting method. Using the official hosting service incurs a $10/month subscription fee, which includes a 28% margin per DataForSEO request. Conversely, choosing self-hosting via Docker or Cloudflare eliminates this intermediary margin, meaning you only pay the costs directly to DataForSEO. Team-level self-hosting is also possible on the Cloudflare free plan.

Released under the MIT license, you can fork the codebase and modify or extend it into your own SEO tool. It is suitable for developers who prefer a simple, modern UI over complex enterprise features, and for teams looking to automate SEO processes using AI agents.