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Quick overview

This workflow monitors your top-ranked keywords and notifies you when any of them drop out of the top 10 search results on Google. It leverages the DataForSEO API to regularly check keyword positions and sends Gmail alerts when a decline is detected, helping you react quickly to ranking changes and protect search visibility.

Who it’s built for

This automation is ideal for SEO specialists, digital marketers, and website owners who need to stay informed about significant ranking shifts for their priority keywords. It’s especially useful for teams tracking performance on crucial terms where visibility changes can have a material impact on traffic and conversions.

Workflow breakdown

  • The scenario runs on a defined schedule (e.g., daily).
  • It queries the DataForSEO API for your target.
  • The workflow compares current rankings to previous data to detect any keywords that have dropped below the top 10.
  • When a drop is identified, a Gmail alert is generated with details of the change.
  • You receive an email notification with the list of keywords that have lost top-10 positions.

What you get

You receive automated alerts via Gmail whenever important keywords fall out of the top 10 search results, giving you immediate insight into ranking declines without having to manually check positions. This lets you quickly investigate potential issues, adjust optimization efforts, and maintain your competitive search performance.

What you need to get started

  1. DataForSEO account and API credentials (your API login and password).
  2. A Gmail account connected in n8n
  3. Google Sheets table with your keywords, following the required column structure (as in the example).