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Analyze competitor keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets reporting

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1. Workflow Overview

Analyze Competitor Keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets Reporting Description This n8n workflow streamlines the process of analyzing SEO competitor keywords using the [ Competitor Keyword...

Best for

  • Market Research automation workflows
  • Multimodal AI automation workflows
  • intermediate n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.formtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Evoort Solutions.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Analyze competitor keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets reporting
Workflow name
Analyze competitor keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets reporting

πŸ” Analyze Competitor Keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets Reporting

πŸ“„ Description

This n8n workflow streamlines the process of analyzing SEO competitor keywords using the Competitor Keyword Analysis API on RapidAPI. It collects a website and country via form submission, calls the API to retrieve keyword metrics, reformats the response, and logs the results into Google Sheets β€” all automatically.

It is ideal for SEO analysts, marketing teams, and agencies who need a hands-free solution for competitive keyword insights.


🧩 Node-by-Node Explanation

  1. πŸ“ On form submission (formTrigger)
    Starts the workflow when a user submits their website and country through a form.

  2. 🌐 Competitor Keyword Analysis (httpRequest)
    Sends a POST request to the Competitor Keyword Analysis API on RapidAPI with form input to fetch keyword data.

  3. πŸ”„ Reformat Code (code)
    Extracts the domainOrganicSearchKeywords array from the API response for structured processing.

  4. πŸ“Š Google Sheets (googleSheets)
    Appends the cleaned keyword metrics into a Google Sheet for easy viewing and tracking.


πŸš€ Benefits of This Workflow

  • βœ… Automates SEO research using the Competitor Keyword Analysis API.
  • βœ… Eliminates manual data entry β€” results go straight into Google Sheets.
  • βœ… Scalable and reusable for any number of websites or countries.
  • βœ… Reformatting logic is built-in, so you get clean, analysis-ready data.

πŸ’Ό Use Cases

  1. Marketing Agencies
    Use the Competitor Keyword Analysis API to gather insights for client websites and store the results automatically.

  2. In-house SEO Teams
    Quickly compare keyword performance across competitors and monitor shifts over time with historical Google Sheets logs.

  3. Freelancers and Consultants
    Provide fast, data-backed SEO reports using this automation with the Competitor Keyword Analysis API.

  4. Keyword Research Automation
    Make this flow part of a larger system for identifying keyword gaps, content opportunities, or campaign ideas.


πŸ“ Output Example (Google Sheets)

keyword searchVolume cpc competition position previousPosition keywordDifficulty
best laptops 9900 2.3 0.87 5 7 55

πŸ” How to Get Your API Key for the Competitor Keyword Analysis API

  1. Go to πŸ‘‰ Competitor Keyword Analysis API - RapidAPI
  2. Click "Subscribe to Test" (you may need to sign up or log in).
  3. Choose a pricing plan (there’s a free tier for testing).
  4. After subscribing, click on the "Endpoints" tab.
  5. Your API Key will be visible in the "x-rapidapi-key" header.

πŸ”‘ Copy and paste this key into the httpRequest node in your workflow.

βœ… Summary

This workflow is a powerful no-code automation tool that leverages the Competitor Keyword Analysis API on RapidAPI to deliver real-time SEO insights directly to Google Sheets β€” saving time, boosting efficiency, and enabling smarter keyword strategy decisions.


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1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - On form submission

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.formTrigger - formTrigger
Config choices
Version 2.2

Block 2 - Google Sheets

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices
Version 4.6

Block 3 - Competitor Keyword Analysis

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 4 - Reformat Code

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 5 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 7 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 8 - Sticky Note3

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 9 - Sticky Note4

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Analyze competitor keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets reporting
Complexity intermediate
Nodes 9
Categories Market Research, Multimodal AI
Author Evoort Solutions
Published 21 Aug 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/7686/7686.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Analyze competitor keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets reporting do?

Analyze Competitor Keywords with RapidAPI and Google Sheets Reporting Description This n8n workflow streamlines the process of analyzing SEO competitor keywords using the [ Competitor Keyword...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Market Research, Multimodal AI use case.