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CLAUDE.md Generator for SEO

Build a production-ready CLAUDE.md config file for your SEO project in under 2 minutes. Tailored rules for your CMS, focus areas, and data sources.

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CLAUDE.md

# SEO Configuration for your-site.com

# Generated by ccforseo.com CLAUDE.md Generator

## Project Context

- **Site URL**: your-site.com

- **CMS**: Not specified

- **Site Type**: Not specified

- **Primary Goal**: Increase organic traffic and keyword rankings

## SEO Focus Areas

- Technical SEO (default)

## SEO Workflow Rules

### Universal Rules

- Always check existing meta tags before generating new ones

- Follow heading hierarchy strictly: H1 > H2 > H3 (never skip levels)

- Include primary keyword in: title tag, H1, first paragraph, one H2, meta description, URL slug

- Generate JSON-LD schema markup for all page types

- Every stat or claim needs a source with date

- Internal links use descriptive anchor text — no "click here" or "read more"

- Paragraphs: 2-3 sentences max, one idea each

- Evergreen URL slugs — no years, dates, or expiring numbers

### CMS-Specific Rules (Not specified)

- Verify robots.txt, sitemap, and canonical setup before any other work

### Focus-Area Rules

- Run /seo-audit first to identify highest-impact opportunities

## Data Sources

No data sources connected yet. Add Google Search Console at minimum.

## Output Preferences

- **Report Format**: Markdown

- **Tone**: Technical

- **Tone Instruction**: Use precise technical language. Include error codes, HTTP status, and implementation specifics.

## Recommended Skills

Based on your focus areas, these CC for SEO skills are most relevant:

`/seo-audit` - Technical site audit

`/keyword-cluster` - Keyword clustering by intent

## Quick Start Commands

```bash

# Install CC for SEO skills

npx skills add ccforseo/seo-skills

# Run your first audit

claude /seo-audit your-site.com

# Analyze GSC data

claude /gsc-analyze --days 90

```

## Reference

- Full skill documentation: https://ccforseo.com/claude-code-ai-seo-skills

- Claude Code docs: https://docs.anthropic.com/claude-code

- Learn more: https://ccforseo.com

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What is a CLAUDE.md file?

A CLAUDE.md file is a plain-text Markdown document that Claude Code reads automatically every time you start a session in a project folder. It functions as persistent context — telling Claude Code who you are, what site you are working on, what rules to follow, and how to format output.

Without a CLAUDE.md, you repeat setup instructions in every conversation. With one, Claude Code knows your CMS, your SEO priorities, your preferred report format, and your workflow rules from the moment it starts. It is the difference between a generic AI assistant and a configured SEO agent.

~/seo-project/

ls -la

CLAUDE.md

keywords.csv

gsc-export.csv

reports/

claude

Reading CLAUDE.md... project context loaded.

SEO config active: WordPress / Technical SEO + AEO

Ready. Type /seo-audit to begin.

Why your SEO project needs a CLAUDE.md

CLAUDE.md is the foundation of every productive Claude Code workflow. For SEO specifically, it solves three problems: context repetition, inconsistent output, and missed CMS-specific rules.

Context that persists

Claude Code starts each session fresh. CLAUDE.md gives it your site URL, CMS, goals, and rules automatically. No re-explaining your WordPress setup or GSC integration on every run.

CMS-specific rules baked in

WordPress, Shopify, and Webflow each have distinct SEO gotchas. A Shopify site needs different canonical handling than a headless setup. CLAUDE.md encodes those rules so Claude Code follows them without prompting.

Consistent report format

Whether you prefer Markdown for internal notes, CSV for client imports, or executive summaries for stakeholders, CLAUDE.md locks in your output format. Every skill run produces the format you need.

Skill routing built in

CLAUDE.md lists which CC for SEO skills are active in your project. Claude Code knows which commands are available and recommends them contextually during analysis.

Set up your SEO Command Center

A CLAUDE.md file alone gets you configured context. Paired with the CC for SEO skills pack, it becomes a full SEO command center — one command per workflow, Claude handling execution.

Generate and download your CLAUDE.md

Use the tool above. Takes under 2 minutes.

Place it in your project folder

Drop CLAUDE.md in the root of your SEO project directory.

mv ~/Downloads/CLAUDE.md ~/projects/client-site/

Install Claude Code and the SEO skills

Requires a Claude Pro or Max subscription from Anthropic.

npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codenpx skills add ccforseo/seo-skills

Run your first SEO workflow

Claude reads your CLAUDE.md and starts with full project context.

~/projects/client-site/

claude

CLAUDE.md loaded. WordPress / Technical SEO config active.

/seo-audit https://client-site.com

Crawling... checking canonicals... auditing schema...

Report saved to reports/audit-2026-03.md

Frequently asked questions

What is a CLAUDE.md file for SEO?

A CLAUDE.md file is a plain-text configuration file that Claude Code reads at the start of every session. For SEO workflows, it defines your CMS, target site, data sources, reporting preferences, and workflow rules. Claude Code uses these instructions to give context-aware SEO recommendations without repeating setup each time.

Do I need coding experience to use this generator?

No. The generator produces a ready-to-use CLAUDE.md file. You download it, place it in your project folder, and Claude Code reads it automatically. No programming required. The file uses plain Markdown formatting.

Where do I put the CLAUDE.md file?

Place CLAUDE.md in the root directory of your SEO project folder. If you are working on a specific site, create a dedicated project folder per client or site. Claude Code scans for CLAUDE.md in the current directory and any parent directories when it starts.

Can I edit the generated CLAUDE.md after downloading?

Yes, and you should. The generated file is a starting template. Open it in any text editor and adjust the rules, add your specific URLs, include client-specific notes, or modify the skill references. CLAUDE.md files are plain Markdown — edit freely.

Does CLAUDE.md work with all Claude Code SEO skills?

Yes. The CLAUDE.md file sets project context, but individual skills run independently via slash commands like /seo-audit or /keyword-cluster. The skills included in the CC for SEO kit are designed to read your CLAUDE.md configuration and adapt their output accordingly.

SEO Command Center

Ready-made SEO skills for Claude Code

The CLAUDE.md config is just the start. The CC for SEO skills pack includes 13 pre-built workflows for audits, keyword clustering, GSC analysis, and AI visibility tracking.

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