Free Keyword Research Tool

Find the best keywords to rank for.

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About this keyword research

Our free keyword research tool runs on the same DataForSEO database that powers premium SEO platforms, real monthly search volume, CPC and keyword difficulty for every query.

Drop a seed keyword and we surface high-volume, low-competition ideas you can actually rank for.

No signup, no email gate, no monthly quotas, it's a free keyword research tool built by the team at Outrank for SEO operators who want signal, not screenshots.

How to use Keyword Research

  1. 1

    Enter a Seed Keyword

    Type a topic or broad keyword related to your niche into the search bar.

  2. 2

    AI-Powered Correction

    Our AI automatically fixes typos and suggests the most accurate search term.

  3. 3

    Review Metrics

    Analyze search volume, CPC, and difficulty scores from real-time DataForSEO data.

  4. 4

    Expert Keyword Ideas

    Explore hundreds of related keyword suggestions to expand your content strategy.

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Frequently asked questions

How accurate is the search volume data?

We use professional-grade data from DataForSEO, the same source used by many premium SEO platforms, ensuring high accuracy for your research.

Can I research keywords in different languages?

Currently, we specialize in English-based keyword research to provide the most precise metrics and AI typo corrections.

What is keyword difficulty?

Keyword difficulty (KD) estimates how hard it is to rank on the first page of search results for a specific term. A lower score means it's easier for new websites to rank.

How often are the metrics updated?

Our data is pulled in real-time from professional SEO databases, meaning you get the most recent search volume and CPC estimates available.

Why are some keywords showing 0 volume?

This usually happens for very niche or 'long-tail' keywords. It doesn't mean they aren't searched, just that the monthly volume is below the threshold of our data providers.

How do I find keywords for SEO?

Start with a seed topic your audience cares about and enter it above. Pick keywords with steady search volume and a difficulty your site can win, check the 12-month trend, and group close variants onto one page.

Is this keyword research tool really free?

Yes. There is no signup and no credit card. To keep it fair for everyone, each visitor can run a limited number of searches per hour.

What is a quick win keyword?

A keyword with above-average search volume for your list and low difficulty (35 or below). These are the easiest keywords to rank for, so they are shown in green on the opportunity map.

What does the 12-month trend show?

Monthly search volume for your keyword over the last year, oldest on the left. The badge compares the last three months with the first three, so you can see if interest is growing or fading.

What is CPC and why does it matter for SEO?

CPC is what advertisers pay per click on Google Ads for that keyword. A high CPC usually means the searchers are valuable buyers, which makes the keyword worth ranking for organically.

How should I pick which keywords to target?

Start with quick wins that match what your page offers, then add one or two competitive keywords as long-term goals. Always check that the search intent matches your content before you write.

What is keyword research?

Keyword research is finding the words people type into Google about your topic, then checking how often they are searched and how hard they are to rank for. It tells you which pages to write and what to call them.

How do I do keyword research?

Enter a seed topic, review the related keywords with their search volume and difficulty, and shortlist ones that match what your page offers. Favour quick wins, check the trend is stable, and give each chosen keyword its own page.

What is search volume?

Search volume is the average number of times a keyword is searched on Google each month in the United States. It shows demand, but pair it with difficulty: a smaller keyword you can rank for beats a big one you can't.