ProRank SEO

SEO Workflow Templates

Reusable templates designed for specific SEO workflows and content patterns

Beyond Basic Prompts

ProRank templates aren't just saved prompts—they're complete SEO workflows with variables, structured outputs, and optimization patterns proven to rank.

SEO Template Categories

Specialized templates for every SEO challenge

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SERP Features Templates

Target specific SERP features with optimized formats

  • • Featured Snippet Formula (Paragraph)
  • • Featured Snippet Formula (List)
  • • Featured Snippet Formula (Table)
  • • People Also Ask Expander
  • • Knowledge Panel Optimizer
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Content Strategy Templates

Strategic content frameworks for authority building

  • • Pillar Page Structure
  • • Hub & Spoke Model
  • • Skyscraper Technique
  • • Topic Cluster Builder
  • • E-E-A-T Framework
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Technical SEO Templates

Templates for technical optimization tasks

  • • Schema Markup Generator
  • • Meta Description Writer
  • • Title Tag Optimizer
  • • Redirect Planning Doc
  • • XML Sitemap Structure
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Local SEO Templates

Location-specific content patterns

  • • City Landing Page
  • • Service Area Pages
  • • Local Business Schema
  • • GMB Post Templates
  • • Local Link Outreach
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Link Building Templates

Create link-worthy content consistently

  • • Statistics Roundup
  • • Industry Study Format
  • • Expert Roundup
  • • Resource Page Format
  • • Infographic Content
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Keyword Research Templates

Systematic keyword targeting approaches

  • • Seed Keyword Expander
  • • Long-tail Generator
  • • Question Keywords
  • • Competitor Gap Analysis
  • • Semantic Keyword Map

Creating Custom Templates

Template Structure

Template Name: Featured Snippet Optimizer
Description: Generate content optimized for featured snippets
Content Type: featured_snippet
Variables: {{keyword}}, {{search_intent}}, {{competitor_url}}
Prompt Template:
Create a featured snippet-optimized answer for "{{keyword}}".

Search Intent: {{search_intent}}
Competitor to beat: {{competitor_url}}

Requirements:
- Start with a 40-60 word direct answer paragraph
- Include a numbered or bulleted list if applicable
- Add a summary table for complex topics
- Use simple, clear language (Grade 8 reading level)
- Include the exact keyword in the first sentence
- Structure with H2 and H3 headings for scannability

Variable System

Variables make templates reusable for different topics

Common Variables
{{keyword}}
Primary target keyword
{{topic}}
Main subject matter
{{audience}}
Target reader profile
{{intent}}
Search intent type
Advanced Variables
{{competitor_url}}
Competitor to analyze
{{lsi_keywords}}
Related terms list
{{word_count}}
Target length
{{brand_name}}
Company/product name

Best Practices for Template Creation

✅ Do's
  • • Be specific about output format
  • • Include SEO requirements explicitly
  • • Add word count guidelines
  • • Specify heading structure
  • • Include keyword placement rules
  • • Define tone and style clearly
❌ Don'ts
  • • Avoid vague instructions
  • • Don't hardcode specific topics
  • • Skip subjective quality terms
  • • Don't mix multiple intents
  • • Avoid complex nested logic
  • • Don't forget mobile optimization

Template Examples & Use Cases

🏗️ Skyscraper Method Template
Popular

Create content 10x better than the current top result

4.9/5
Variables: {{keyword}}, {{top_3_urls}}, {{content_gaps}}
Usage: 2,847 times
Success Rate: 78% achieve top 10 rankings
When to use: Targeting competitive keywords where current content is outdated or incomplete

🏆 E-E-A-T Authority Template
YMYL

Build trust signals for sensitive topics

4.8/5
Variables: {{topic}}, {{author_credentials}}, {{citations}}
Usage: 1,523 times
Best For: Health, finance, legal content
When to use: YMYL topics requiring high trust and expertise demonstration

📍 Local Service Page Template
Local

City-specific service pages that rank

4.7/5
Variables: {{service}}, {{city}}, {{neighborhoods}}, {{competitors}}
Usage: 3,892 times
Includes: Local schema, GMB optimization tips
When to use: Creating location-specific service pages at scale

Template Management

Template Actions

Edit Template

Modify prompt, variables, or settings. Changes apply to future uses only.

Duplicate Template

Create variations of successful templates for A/B testing.

Share as Public

Help the community while building your reputation.

Delete Template

Remove unused templates. Cannot be undone.

Import/Export

Import Templates

JSON format. Import templates from colleagues or backups.

Export Templates

Backup your templates or share with team members.

Export Format (JSON):

{
"name":"Template Name",
"content_type":"featured_snippet",
"variables": ["keyword","topic"],
"prompt_template":"..."
}

Testing Templates

Always test templates before using in production

Test Workflow

1

Fill Test Variables

Use real examples from your niche

2

Generate Test Content

Check output quality and SEO optimization

3

Verify SEO Elements

Ensure keywords, structure, and format are correct

4

Refine Template

Adjust prompt based on test results

Testing Checklist

Public Template Library

Access templates shared by the ProRank community

Finding Templates

  • • Browse by category (SERP, Content, Technical, etc.)
  • • Sort by rating, usage count, or date
  • • Filter by content type or industry
  • • Search by keywords or template name
  • • View creator profiles and success rates

Using Public Templates

  • • One-click duplicate to your library
  • • Customize variables and prompts
  • • Rate and review after using
  • • Track your usage statistics
  • • Contribute improvements back

Pro Tip: Start with highly-rated public templates and customize them for your specific niche. This saves time while leveraging proven patterns.

Template Best Practices

  • Start Simple: Begin with basic templates and add complexity as you learn what works
  • Industry-Specific: Customize templates for your niche—what works for SaaS may not work for e-commerce
  • Version Control: Keep versions of successful templates before making major changes
  • Performance Tracking: Note which templates generate content that ranks best
  • Regular Updates: Update templates based on algorithm changes and new SEO trends
  • Team Sharing: Create a shared template library for consistent team output

Next Steps

Bulk Generation

Use templates for bulk SEO campaigns

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