Free Keyword Rank Checker | Google SEO Position Tracker

Q: What’s the difference between this and Google Search Console?

Search Console shows aggregated performance for your verified property. This tool does a live check for a single keyword with your chosen settings.

Q: Why does mobile ranking differ from desktop?

Mobile may weigh page experience differently and includes unique SERP features. Results and rankings often vary by device.

Q: How often should I check rankings?

Weekly or bi-weekly is typical. Look for trends over time rather than single-day fluctuations.

Q: Do you track positions automatically?

This page provides on-demand checks. Automated tracking and history will be available in SEOAegis soon.

Q: Does this include ads, local packs, or featured snippets?

The table focuses on organic results. SERP features can still impact clicks; consider optimizing for featured snippets.

What Does This Keyword Position Checker Do?

🔍 Finds every instance where your domain appears in Google’s top 100 organic results for a keyword
🌍 Lets you set country (gl) and language (hl) for realistic queries
📱 Toggle Desktop/Mobile to reflect device-specific ranking differences
⚡ Powered by reliable, real-time SERP data

We match your example.com plus any subdomains (e.g., blog.example.com).

Realistic Example Walkthrough

Example Input

Domain: seoaegis.com
Keyword: keyword rank checker
Country: us
Language: en
Device: Desktop

How to read results

Position: lower is better (#1 beats #5)
Title & URL: verify the detected page is the intended one
Snippet: Google’s summary; it may differ by query & device

If you rank in the top 3 for brand terms but not for generic terms, build supporting pages and internal links to the target URL.

How the Checker Works (Methodology)

Queries Google through a trusted SERP data provider with your keyword, gl (country), hl (language), and device.
Collects up to the top 100 organic results for that query.
Matches results against your domain and any subdomains.
Returns the best position plus any other positions found.

Rankings are a moment-in-time snapshot and can change based on location, personalization, and SERP features.

How to Use Our Keyword Rank Checker

Enter your root domain (e.g., example.com).
Type your target keyword or phrase.
Select country and language to match your audience.
Choose Desktop or Mobile (rankings often differ).
Click Check Keyword Rank to see your positions.

Tip: If your brand has subdomains, we’ll match them too (e.g., blog.example.com).

Why Keyword Rank Matters

Rankings signal how closely your content aligns with search intent and competitiveness for a query. Higher positions typically drive more clicks and revenue. Track your priority keywords regularly to measure SEO impact after content updates, technical fixes, or link-building campaigns.

What Affects Keyword Rankings?

Search intent alignment (does your page truly answer the query?)
On-page optimization (title, headings, internal links, content depth)
Technical health (speed, Core Web Vitals, crawlability)
Backlinks & authority (quality > quantity)
User signals (CTR, dwell time, pogo-sticking)
Device & location (mobile SERPs and local intent often differ)

Pro Tips for Better Results

🗝️ Track keyword variations (plural/singular, modifiers) to find easier wins.
🔗 Strengthen internal links to your target page with descriptive anchor text.
🧭 Map one primary keyword per page; avoid cannibalization.
📊 Monitor both position and clicks in Google Search Console.
🔄 Expect fluctuations—check consistently and look for trends, not single-day spikes.

Combine this checker with content updates (title rewrites, FAQs, schema) and track changes weekly.

Troubleshooting “No Results Found”

Domain formatting: use only the root (e.g., example.com), no protocol or path.
Keyword specificity: try a broader or more exact phrase.
Country/Language: switch gl/hl if your audience is elsewhere.
Device: some queries rank differently on mobile vs desktop—try both.
Not in top 100: build topical pages and internal links; recheck in 1–2 weeks.

Quick Glossary

SERP: Search Engine Results Page
Organic result: a non-ad listing on Google
gl: country code (e.g., us, ph)
hl: interface language (e.g., en, fil)
Position: rank order for a result (lower is better)

Keyword Rank Checker — FAQs

What’s the difference between this and Google Search Console?

Search Console reports impressions/clicks and average positions across queries over time for your verified property. This tool performs an instant live check for a single keyword with your chosen settings.

Why does mobile ranking differ from desktop?

Mobile uses a different layout and can weigh page experience signals differently. Local intent and SERP features (Top Stories, carousels) also vary.

How often should I check rankings?

Weekly or bi-weekly for most sites; daily for highly competitive queries or active campaigns. Focus on trends over time.

Do you track positions automatically?

This page is an on-demand checker. For automated tracking and history, we’ll be adding scheduled reports inside SEOAegis soon.

Does this include ads, local packs, or featured snippets?

We focus on organic results. SERP features can influence clicks even if the organic rank is high—optimize for featured snippets where relevant.