Is there an API for the Local Rank Tracker?

Yes, we have a Search Ranking API, which is related to our Local Rank Tracker (LRT) tool.

Through this, you can get search results from Google and Bing. The API can also be used to get organic and local / maps rankings, as well as rankings for Google Mobile Search.

We have two types of API requests, as follows:

1. Live Data API

Using the Live Data API enables you to get fresh, real-time ranking data for any keywords you wish to monitor — this needs to be stored in your database, and then you can present it how you wish. 

You pay just $0.005 per request (one request = one keyword on one search engine)

See our API documentation for more information.

2. Manage Account API

The Manage Account API allows you to add / edit / run Local Rank Tracker reports in your BrightLocal account. 

Once a report has run, you can pull down the ranking data for use in your application. Since the ranking data is already included in your reports, we store it in our database.

There is also no additional cost for using this API; you pay for the reports via your monthly reporting plan so the data has already been paid for.
 

Getting started and testing Local Rank Tracker APIs

You can find your API key on this page in your account: https://tools.brightlocal.com/seo-tools/admin/api

If you don't yet have an API key, then please contact our Support team to get set up.

At first, your key is set to 'Trial' status, and you will receive 250 free credits to test the API at no cost.

Once you have completed testing, your API key will be switched to 'Production' status, and you will begin being charged.

Please contact our support team at support@brightlocal.com to discuss pricing and API usage.