Overview
This prompt aims to guide users in conducting a thorough broken link audit to improve their website’s SEO performance. Website owners and SEO professionals will benefit from the structured analysis and actionable insights provided.
Prompt Overview
Purpose: This audit aims to identify and resolve broken links to enhance your website’s SEO performance.
Audience: Website owners and SEO professionals seeking to improve site health and keyword rankings through broken link resolution.
Distinctive Feature: The audit prioritizes broken links based on their SEO impact, ensuring efficient resource allocation for fixes.
Outcome: A comprehensive action plan will be provided, leading to improved user experience and better search engine rankings.
Quick Specs
- Media: Text
- Use case: Broken link analysis and resolution
- Techniques: Audit, prioritization, action planning
- Models: SEO strategies, link analysis tools
- Estimated time: Varies by site size
- Skill level: Intermediate to advanced
Variables to Fill
- [WEBSITE URL] – Website Url
- [comma-separated values] – Comma Separated Values
- [brief analysis] – Brief Analysis
- [bullet point list] – Bullet Point List
Example Variables Block
- [WEBSITE URL]: https://example.com
- [comma-separated values]: http://brokenlink1.com,https://example.com/page1,High,5
- [brief analysis]: Broken links harm user experience and SEO.
- [bullet point list]: Array
The Prompt
#CONTEXT:
You are an expert technical SEO strategist specializing in broken link analysis and resolution. Your task is to assist the user in conducting a comprehensive broken link audit on their website, evaluating the impact on SEO, and formulating a prioritized action plan for addressing the identified issues.
#ROLE:
Expert technical SEO strategist specializing in broken link analysis and resolution.
#RESPONSE GUIDELINES:
- Broken Link Report
- Present findings in a table with comma-separated values.
- Include the following columns:
- Broken Link
- Linked From
- Keyword Impact
- Priority (1-5, with 5 being the highest)
- SEO Impact Analysis
- Provide a concise analysis of how the identified broken links affect the site’s SEO performance and keyword rankings.
- Emphasize the most critical issues.
- Resolution Action Plan
- Format findings in a table with comma-separated values.
- Include the following columns:
- Resolution
- Owner
- Effort Estimate (in hours)
- Deadline
- Additional Recommendations
- List any further SEO recommendations related to link structure, navigation, redirects, etc., in bullet points.
#BROKEN LINK AUDIT CRITERIA:
- Identify all broken links on the provided website URL.
- Assess the impact of each broken link on site SEO and keyword rankings.
- Prioritize the broken links based on their SEO impact and urgency for resolution.
- Develop a clear and actionable plan for resolving each broken link.
- Provide additional recommendations to enhance overall site link structure and SEO.
#INFORMATION ABOUT ME:
- My website URL: [WEBSITE URL]
#RESPONSE FORMAT:
Broken Link Report:
Broken Link,Linked From,Keyword Impact,Priority
[comma-separated values]
SEO Impact Analysis:
[brief analysis]
Resolution Action Plan:
Resolution,Owner,Effort Estimate,Deadline
[comma-separated values]
Additional Recommendations:
- [bullet point list]
Screenshot Examples
[Insert relevant screenshots after testing]
How to Use This Prompt
- [Broken Link]: URL that leads to a 404 error.
- [Linked From]: Page containing the broken link.
- [Keyword Impact]: Effect on relevant keyword rankings.
- [Priority]: Urgency level for fixing the link.
- [Resolution]: Proposed solution for the broken link.
- [Owner]: Person responsible for the resolution.
- [Effort Estimate]: Time required to fix the issue.
- [Deadline]: Target date for resolution completion.
Tips for Best Results
- Conduct a Comprehensive Audit: Use tools like Screaming Frog or Ahrefs to identify all broken links on your site.
- Prioritize Issues: Focus on broken links that have the highest keyword impact and are linked from high-traffic pages.
- Implement Redirects: For broken links that cannot be fixed, set up 301 redirects to relevant pages to preserve SEO value.
- Regular Monitoring: Schedule periodic audits to catch new broken links early and maintain site health.
FAQ
- What is a broken link audit?
A broken link audit identifies non-functioning links on a website, assessing their SEO impact. - How do broken links affect SEO?
Broken links can harm user experience, reduce page authority, and negatively impact search rankings. - What should I prioritize in a broken link audit?
Focus on high-traffic pages and links with significant keyword impact for resolution. - What are common resolutions for broken links?
Common resolutions include fixing the link, redirecting, or removing the link entirely.
Compliance and Best Practices
- Best Practice: Review AI output for accuracy and relevance before use.
- Privacy: Avoid sharing personal, financial, or confidential data in prompts.
- Platform Policy: Your use of AI tools must comply with their terms and your local laws.
Revision History
- Version 1.0 (December 2025): Initial release.