A high-volume, cost-effective API integration for gathering Google SERP, Maps, and comprehensive SEO data.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install dataforseo
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install dataforseo using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is DataForSEO?
The DataForSEO skill is a powerful tool designed for developers and AI agents who require deep access to search engine results and marketing data. It provides a programmatic interface to Google organic results, local maps listings, keyword search volume, and backlink profiles. This integration for Openclaw Skills is specifically optimized for high-volume operations where cost-efficiency is paramount, offering a pay-as-you-go model that avoids expensive monthly subscriptions.
By utilizing this skill, users can automate complex SEO workflows such as bulk rank tracking, site audits, and competitive intelligence. Whether you are building a custom lead generation engine or a market research tool, this skill provides the necessary data infrastructure to scale search-related tasks effectively within the Openclaw Skills ecosystem.
DataForSEO Use Cases
- High-volume lead generation by scraping Google Maps for local business contact details.
- Automated keyword research to identify high-volume, low-competition search terms.
- Large-scale SERP monitoring to track website rankings across different geographic locations.
- Bulk backlink analysis to evaluate domain authority and link-building opportunities.
- Automated on-page SEO audits for identifying technical issues across entire websites.
How DataForSEO Works
- The skill authenticates with the DataForSEO API using your account login and password credentials.
- It dispatches requests to specialized endpoints based on the required data type, such as Live SERP for instant results or Task Post for asynchronous bulk processing.
- For bulk requests, the skill submits a batch of up to 100 queries at once to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
- It parses the returned JSON payload to extract structured information like URLs, descriptions, ratings, or search volumes.
- In asynchronous mode, it polls the API until the data is ready, ensuring even the largest datasets are captured reliably.
DataForSEO Setup
To use this skill, you must first create an account at dataforseo.com and deposit funds (minimum $50). Then, configure your environment variables as follows:
export DATAFORSEO_LOGIN="[email protected]"
export DATAFORSEO_PASSWORD="your_api_password"
Ensure these variables are accessible to your Openclaw Skills environment to enable authenticated requests to the API.
DataForSEO Data Schema & Taxonomy
The DataForSEO skill organizes data into structured objects based on the endpoint used. Below are the primary data structures provided:
| Endpoint Category | Key Data Fields |
|---|---|
| Organic SERP | title, url, description, rank_absolute, domain |
| Google Maps | title, phone, address, rating, reviews_count, category |
| Keywords | search_volume, cpc, competition_level |
| Backlinks | rank, backlinks_count, referring_pages, referring_domains |
DataForSEO Advanced Features
- Asynchronous Batching: Submit multiple queries in a single call to achieve the lowest possible cost per task ($0.60 per 1k).
- Granular Geo-Targeting: Target specific cities or regions using precise location codes for localized lead generation.
- Multi-Device Simulation: Fetch results as seen from desktop or mobile devices across various operating systems.
- Comprehensive SEO Suite: Access specialized endpoints for on-page auditing and backlink summaries beyond basic search results.
- Cost-Optimized Workflows: Intelligent selection between Live and Async endpoints to balance speed and budget within Openclaw Skills.
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