# Google Search Console

Connecting Google Search Console (GSC) to Frase unlocks real search performance data, so your content decisions are based on what’s *actually* happening in Google.

Once connected, Frase uses your Search Console data to power [SEO Analytics](https://docs.frase.io/advanced/seo-analytics), surface Content Opportunities, and alert you to meaningful performance changes.

### Why Connect Google Search Console to Frase

#### See Real Keyword Performance

Understand exactly which queries your pages rank for and where they appear in search results. No guesswork—just verified rankings straight from Google.

#### Click & Impression Insights

Separate keywords that simply rank from those that drive real traffic. See impressions, clicks, and performance trends at a glance.

#### Identify Content Opportunities

Quickly find pages ranking in positions 3–10 that are close to page one and need optimization to drive more traffic.

#### Get Performance Alerts

Stay ahead of issues with email and Slack notifications for ranking drops or traffic declines, so you can act before small problems become big ones.

#### Power Frase Analytics and Recommendations

Your Search Console data fuels Frase’s insights, helping you prioritize content updates and optimization efforts using real search data.

### How to Connect Google Search Console

1. Go to **Settings → Integrations**
2. Find *Google Search Console* 
3. Click **Connect** and authorize Frase access
4. Select the site property you want to sync
5. Data will begin importing automatically within 24 hours and can be synced at any time

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**Important:** Don't forget to map your Google Search Console domain property to your Site Settings in Frase (especially if you've added more than one).
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### What Happens After You Connect

Once connected, you’ll be able to:

* See real keyword rankings inside *SEO Analytics*
* Receive alerts for content opportunities and performance changes
* Make optimization decisions based on actual Google search data—not estimates

Connecting Google Search Console ensures your content strategy is grounded in reality, so you can focus on improving what already has momentum.


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