Astro SEO · Australia & New Zealand
Astro SEO That Turns Speed Into Rankings
Astro gives you the fastest possible website out of the box. But speed alone doesn't rank pages. You need structured data, keyword-optimised content, proper metadata, and a content architecture that builds topical authority. I add the SEO layer that turns Astro's performance into rankings.
Astro SEO gaps holding you back
Astro ships with perfect performance scores but SEO needs more than speed. These are the issues I see on Astro sites.
Perfect Lighthouse scores, no traffic
Your Astro site scores 100 on Lighthouse but gets 50 visitors a month. Speed is a ranking factor, not the only ranking factor. Without content strategy and on-page optimisation, Google has no reason to rank your fast site.
Smaller ecosystem, fewer SEO tools
Astro's community is growing but it doesn't have the SEO plugin ecosystem of WordPress or the built-in tools of Next.js. Schema markup, advanced sitemaps, and SEO automation all require manual implementation.
Content collections without SEO strategy
You're using Astro's content collections for blog posts or documentation but there's no keyword strategy, no internal linking plan, and no structured data on collection pages. The technical foundation is there but the SEO layer is missing.
Island architecture creating indexing gaps
Interactive islands load client-side JavaScript for specific components. If critical content lives inside islands without proper SSR fallbacks, Google might not see it during its initial HTML crawl.
How I optimise your Astro site
Astro-specific SEO that builds on the framework's performance foundation with proper content architecture and technical implementation.
Metadata & Open Graph
Consistent metadata patterns across all pages and content collections. Dynamic titles, descriptions, canonical URLs, and Open Graph tags generated from frontmatter and collection data.
Content Collections SEO
Content collections configured with keyword-targeted frontmatter schemas. Category structures, tag pages, and collection indices optimised for search intent and internal linking.
Schema & Structured Data
Comprehensive JSON-LD schema generated dynamically from page data. Article, FAQ, Organisation, breadcrumb, and custom schemas that give Google rich context.
Island Architecture Review
Interactive islands audited for SEO impact. Critical content moved to server-rendered components. Client-only islands configured with proper fallbacks for crawlers.
Sitemap & Technical SEO
@astrojs/sitemap configured to include all content collections and dynamic routes. RSS feeds set up for content discovery. robots.txt reviewed and optimised.
Content Strategy
Keyword-driven content plan that leverages Astro's content collections. Internal linking strategy, topical clusters, and editorial calendar built around search demand.
Astro SEO results I've delivered
Keyword rankings tracked and verified through Keyword.com. Real client data, not projections.
How Astro SEO works with me
A clear four-step process for Astro sites. You know exactly what happens at every stage.
Audit
Astro Site Audit
Full crawl of your Astro site, content collection review, metadata consistency check, schema gap analysis, and island architecture SEO assessment.
Configure
Technical Setup
Metadata patterns implemented, @astrojs/sitemap configured, RSS feeds set up, schema markup added, and robots.txt reviewed.
Optimise
Content & On-Page
Every page and content collection item optimised with proper meta tags, heading hierarchy, internal links, and keyword-targeted content.
Track
Monitor & Iterate
Rankings tracked via Keyword.com. Monthly reporting shows exactly which changes drove results. Content strategy iterated based on performance data.
Why work with an Astro SEO specialist
| Other Service Providers | My Approach | |
|---|---|---|
| Who does the work | SEO person who's never used Astro | I build Astro sites and do SEO |
| Platform knowledge | WordPress-centric SEO advice | Content collections, islands, integrations |
| Implementation | Give you a PDF of recommendations | I implement changes in your codebase |
| Reporting | Generic traffic screenshots | Keyword.com verified ranking data |
| Contract | 12-month lock-in | Month-to-month, cancel anytime |
“What stood out was the lack of BS. We had a real conversation about what was working and what wasn't. Six months in, traffic is up 40%.”- Emma T., Business Owner, Sydney
Is Astro SEO right for you?
Astro SEO is for teams that chose performance-first architecture and want their content to rank.
Content-Heavy Sites
You chose Astro for its content-first approach. Now you need keyword strategy, internal linking, and structured data to make that content discoverable in search.
Marketing & Documentation Sites
Your Astro-built marketing site or docs need organic traffic. I configure SEO patterns that scale as you add new pages and content collections.
Development Teams
Your team ships fast Astro sites but SEO isn't their specialty. I audit, implement, and create reusable patterns your developers can follow.
Astro SEO packages
Choose the package that fits your site's needs.
Starter
For Astro sites building their SEO foundation.
Includes:
- Metadata pattern setup
- Sitemap + RSS configuration
- Basic schema markup
Growth
For sites ready to scale organic traffic.
Includes:
- Full technical SEO setup
- Content collection optimisation
- Schema markup suite
- Content strategy
Pro
For sites targeting competitive keywords.
Includes:
- Everything in Growth
- Full content strategy
- Advanced schema
- Link building
Authority
For competitive markets demanding visibility.
Includes:
- Everything in Pro
- Conversion rate optimisation
- Advanced analytics
- Priority support
Need a one-off Astro SEO audit? Get a custom quote
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to turn organic search into your strongest growth channel?
If you're looking for an SEO specialist in Australia or New Zealand who combines government-validated credentials, entity-based methodology, and a track record spanning global brands to local businesses - I'd welcome the conversation.