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SEO Checklist

WordPress SEO Checklist: Complete Guide [2026]

Optimize WordPress with a 36-step SEO checklist: Yoast / Rank Math setup, schema, permalinks, speed, plugins, and core update QA.

What's included

  • Plugin Stack — 8 essential plugins, 5 to delete, and conflict resolution.
  • Yoast / Rank Math — Optimal configuration, schema management, and content analysis.
  • Permalinks & Structure — URL patterns, category structure, and pagination rules.
  • Speed Fixes — Caching, image optimization, font loading, and DB cleanup.
  • Schema Conflicts — Audit + resolve duplicates across theme, plugins, and builders.
  • Core Update QA — Pre + post workflow to protect rankings through Google updates.