SEO Panel is an open-source SEO management tool that helps website owners and digital marketers monitor and improve search engine optimization (SEO) performance. It provides a range of tools to analyze keywords, track search engine rankings, and generate reports. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to set up SEO Panel.

Step 1: Server Requirements

Before installing SEO Panel, ensure your server meets the following requirements:

  • Web Server: Apache or Nginx
  • PHP: Version 5.6 or higher
  • MySQL: 5.0 or higher (with InnoDB support)
  • Other Requirements: cURL, GD library, mbstring

If your hosting provider meets these requirements, you can proceed with the installation.

Step 2: Download SEO Panel

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the SEO Panel website.
  2. Download SEO Panel: Download the latest stable version of SEO Panel as a .zip file or use a direct link to get the file.

Step 3: Upload Files to Your Server

  1. Unzip the Downloaded File: After downloading the file, unzip it to a directory on your local machine.
  2. Upload Files via FTP:
    • Use an FTP client (like FileZilla) to connect to your server.
    • Upload all files to your server’s root directory (e.g., /var/www/html/ if using Apache or the public HTML folder for your hosting).
    • Ensure the file permissions are set properly (typically 755 for directories and 644 for files).

Step 4: Create a MySQL Database

  1. Login to Your Hosting Control Panel (e.g., cPanel, Plesk, etc.).
  2. Create a New MySQL Database:
    • Go to MySQL Databases.
    • Create a new database and note down the database name, username, and password.
  3. Assign a User to the Database:
    • Assign the newly created user to the database with full privileges.

Step 5: Run SEO Panel Installation Script

  1. Navigate to the Installation URL:
    • Open your web browser and visit the URL where you uploaded SEO Panel. For example, http://yourdomain.com/install.
  2. Follow the Installation Wizard:
    • The installation wizard will prompt you to provide the database details. Enter the MySQL database name, username, and password.
    • Complete the rest of the installation process by following the on-screen instructions.

Step 6: Configure SEO Panel

  1. Login to the Admin Dashboard:
    • After installation, you’ll be redirected to the login page. Use the default admin credentials (usually provided during setup).
    • Once logged in, change your password immediately for security purposes.
  2. Set Your Website and Preferences:
    • Navigate to the Websites tab and add your website’s URL.
    • Configure preferences, such as the Keyword Tracker, Backlink Checker, and Page Speed options.

Step 7: Install Plugins and Tools (Optional)

SEO Panel supports a wide range of plugins to enhance its functionality. To install plugins:

  1. Go to the Plugins Section:
    • In the admin panel, navigate to Plugins > Plugin Manager.
    • Browse through available plugins (such as Google Analytics integration or extra reporting tools) and install any that suit your needs.

Step 8: Run Your First SEO Audit

  1. Add Keywords:
    • Go to Keyword Manager and add the primary keywords you want to track.
  2. Monitor Search Engine Rankings:
    • Use the Rank Checker tool to see how well your website ranks for specific keywords in different search engines.
  3. Generate Reports:
    • Navigate to Report Manager to generate and schedule automated reports for insights into SEO performance.