=== AI-Powered SEO Suggestions === Contributors: Rustaurius Tags: ai seo, ai improvements, seo suggestions, on-page seo, keyword suggestions Requires at least: 5.6 Tested up to: 6.9 Requires PHP: 7.4 Stable tag: 1.0.1 License: GPLv3 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html AI-powered SEO suggestions for WordPress. Actionable tips, keyword hints, fixes and more. Works alongside Yoast, Rank Math, SEOPress, and AIOSEO. == Description == **Boost on-page SEO with real-time, AI-powered suggestions—right in the editor.** 🌟 [Pro](https://www.wpaiplugins.dev/wordpress-ai-powered-seo-plugin/) | ℹ️ [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/ai-powered-seo-suggestions/) *AI-Powered SEO Suggestions* analyzes your content (title, meta description, headings, body, links, and images) and surfaces clear, focused actions to improve discoverability and clicks. It also provides **AI Semantic Keyword Hints** to expand topical coverage and **AI Fix-It Tips** to turn scores into next steps. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48pKU-K19Bg] Designed to **complement** existing SEO plugins (Yoast, Rank Math, SEOPress, AIOSEO), not replace them. Keep using your preferred SEO plugin for sitemaps and schema; this plugin focuses on **on-page optimization** and editorial guidance. ### 🔥 Features (Free / Lite) - ✅ **AI Semantic Keyword Hints** (up to 2 terms) to broaden topical relevance - ✅ **AI Fix-It Tips** (up to 3 suggestions) based on your current content signals - ✅ Analyzer for **titles, meta, headings (H1–H3), readability, links, and images** - ✅ **Gutenberg sidebar** panel and **Classic Editor** metabox - ✅ **Compatibility** with Yoast, Rank Math, SEOPress, and All in One SEO (read/write safe) - ✅ **Dashboard overview** with recent analyses - ✅ **Role visibility** control (show panel to specific roles) - ✅ **Only analyze when a target keyword is set** (optional toggle) - ✅ **REST endpoints** for scores and AI suggestions (read-only) ### 🌟 Pro Features (Upgrade) - 🧠 **AI Meta Generation**: titles and descriptions with tone/style controls - 🔎 **Expanded Semantic Keywords**: 10–20+ terms, clustering, “where to use” tips - 🧩 **Schema Assistant**: Article, Product, FAQ, and HowTo helpers - 🛒 **WooCommerce Optimizations**: product-specific tips and fields - 📊 **Reports & History**: trends, exports, and REST endpoints for automation - 🧰 **Bulk tools**: batch analysis, quick fixes, CSV exports [Learn more about the pro version here](https://www.wpaiplugins.dev/wordpress-ai-powered-seo-plugin/) ### 💡 Why Use This Plugin? - **Clarity**: No vague scores—get concrete actions (e.g., “Add primary keyword in first H2,” “Tighten meta to ~150 chars”). - **Coverage**: AI suggests related terms/entities to improve topical depth. - **Compatibility**: Works **with** your current SEO plugin setup. - **Low friction**: Built for editors; fast, cached results; minimal configuration. == External Services == This plugin uses the **OpenAI API** to generate AI keyword hints and fix-it tips. The request can include the post title, headings, target keywords, and normalized analyzer signals. OpenAI policies: - Terms of service: https://openai.com/policies/row-terms-of-use/ - Privacy policy: https://openai.com/policies/row-privacy-policy/ == Installation == 1. Upload the plugin files to `/wp-content/plugins/ai-powered-seo-suggestions` or install via **Plugins → Add New**. 2. Activate the plugin via **Plugins**. 3. Go to **AI-Powered SEO → Settings** and enter your **OpenAI API key**. 4. Open any post to view the **AI-Powered SEO** panel in the editor. == Frequently Asked Questions == = Do I need an OpenAI API key? = Yes. Add your API key in **AI-Powered SEO → Settings**. You can select a model and set a request timeout. = Will this overwrite my Yoast/Rank Math/SEOPress/AIOSEO fields? = No. The Lite version provides AI suggestions and optional manual fields. It does **not** overwrite existing plugin meta unless you explicitly save values into those fields. = Is there a free AI feature? = Yes. Lite includes **AI Semantic Keyword Hints** (up to 2 terms) and **AI Fix-It Tips** (up to 3 tips). Pro expands these with more terms, variants, bulk tools, and deeper guidance. = Does it work with WooCommerce? = Lite analysis works on product content; advanced product-specific tips and schema helpers are in Pro. = Will this slow down my site? = Results are cached per post. There’s also a setting to run analysis **only when a target keyword is set**. AI requests are short and use a small, fast model by default. = Is this a replacement for Yoast or Rank Math? = No. Keep your existing SEO plugin for sitemaps, schema, and global SEO. This plugin **complements** them with AI-driven on-page suggestions and editor guidance. = Is the plugin GDPR friendly? = Content sent to OpenAI is limited to what’s necessary (title, headings, target keywords, analyzer summaries). Review OpenAI’s policies for data retention. You can disable AI features anytime. == Changelog == = 1.0.1 (2025-11-19) = * Update to make sure the minimum, maximum and step values, for number inputs on the settings pages that require them, are correctly implemented. = 1.0.0 = * Initial release (Lite): analyzer for titles/meta/headings/readability/links/images * AI Semantic Keyword Hints (up to 2 terms) * AI Fix-It Tips (up to 3 suggestions) * Gutenberg sidebar and Classic Editor metabox * Dashboard overview + recent analyses * Compatibility with Yoast, Rank Math, SEOPress, AIOSEO * REST endpoints for scores and AI tips * Role visibility + “only analyze with keyword” toggle == Upgrade Notice == = 1.0.0 = Unlock **Pro** for AI meta generation, deeper semantic keywords with placement tips, schema assistant, WooCommerce features, reports, and bulk tools.