How to use this tool
- Enter your inputs โ Fill in the required fields above. All values should reflect your actual target keyword, domain, or campaign parameters.
- Click Forecast โ Results appear instantly in your browser. No waiting, no API calls, no data leaves your device.
- Interpret the output โ Each result card shows a projected value. Hover any metric for a tooltip explaining what it means and how it was calculated.
- Adjust inputs to model scenarios โ Try different positions, volumes, or budgets to compare outcomes and find the most realistic target.
- Export or share (Pro) โ Upgrade to Pro to download results as CSV or PDF, or generate a shareable forecast link.
Methodology & data sources
All forecasts in this tool are based on publicly available SEO research and industry benchmarks โ not guesswork. Here's what powers the numbers:
CTR Curve Model
Click-through rates are estimated using an industry-standard position-CTR curve derived from large-scale SERP studies. Position #1 carries approximately 28โ32% CTR for informational queries. These values shift for branded, navigational, and commercial intent keywords, which you can account for using the intent modifier field.
Domain Authority Model
Ranking potential estimates are based on the correlation between Domain Authority (DA) and ranking position for a given keyword difficulty tier โ research validated across thousands of SERPs. The model accounts for competition density, not just raw difficulty scores.
Revenue & ROI Benchmarks
Conversion rate and revenue benchmarks are pulled from industry averages across e-commerce, SaaS, and lead-gen verticals. You should always override defaults with your own data when available โ your actual figures will produce more accurate forecasts.
All forecasts are estimates. Actual results depend on content quality, technical SEO health, SERP volatility, and your specific competitive landscape.
Frequently asked questions
Forecasts are estimates based on industry-average data. They are directionally accurate and useful for planning and prioritisation, but they are not guarantees. Use them alongside your own historical data for best results.
No โ all calculations run entirely in your browser using built-in models. The tool does not fetch live search volumes, rankings, or competitor data. For live data integration, see our API documentation (Pro feature).
Export to CSV and PDF is available on the Pro plan. Free users can copy results from the screen. Upgrading to Pro also unlocks saved forecast history and shareable links.
Completely. Nothing you enter is sent to any server. All processing happens locally in your browser. We do not store, log, or track your inputs.
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