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Understanding SEO Scores

Learn how AEOBot calculates SEO scores and what each category means.

5 min readUpdated February 20, 2026

Understanding SEO Scores

Every article you create with AEOBot gets an SEO score out of 100. Here is how it works and how to use it.

Score Categories

Title Optimization (15 points)

  • Contains target keyword
  • Between 50-60 characters (optimal for Google)
  • Compelling and click-worthy

Meta Description (15 points)

  • Contains target keyword
  • Between 150-160 characters
  • Includes a call-to-action or value proposition

Content Quality (25 points)

  • Meets target word count
  • Has sufficient paragraphs
  • Includes lists and structured content
  • Contains external references

Keyword Usage (20 points)

  • Keyword appears in title, first paragraph, and headings
  • Keyword density is 1-3%
  • Uses variations and related terms

Content Structure (10 points)

  • Uses H2 and H3 headings
  • Has multiple sections
  • Includes numbered or bulleted lists

AEO Optimization (15 points)

  • Has FAQ schema markup
  • Has Article schema markup
  • Has HowTo schema (when applicable)
  • Questions answered in clear, concise format

Score Ratings

ScoreRatingMeaning
80-100ExcellentReady to publish
60-79GoodMinor improvements suggested
40-59Needs WorkSeveral areas to improve
0-39PoorMajor revisions needed

How to Improve Your Score

1

Check the Breakdown

Look at which categories score lowest. Focus on those first.

2

Fix the Title

Make sure it contains your keyword and is under 60 characters.

3

Update the Description

Include your keyword and keep it 150-160 characters.

4

Add More Content

Aim for at least 1,500 words for competitive keywords.

5

Add FAQs

Include 3-5 frequently asked questions at the end.

Tip: Do not obsess over getting 100/100. A score of 75+ is great. Focus on creating genuinely helpful content rather than gaming the score.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good SEO score?

80-100 is excellent. 60-79 is good with minor tweaks needed. Below 60 needs more work.

How is the score calculated?

Six categories: Title (15pts), Meta Description (15pts), Content Quality (25pts), Keywords (20pts), Structure (10pts), AEO (15pts).

Does a higher score guarantee rankings?

Better optimization helps, but rankings also depend on domain authority, backlinks, and competition.

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