Writers, meet SEO—right inside Google Docs.
On June 26, 2025, Yoast officially launched its SEO functionality as a Google Docs add-on, giving content teams powerful optimization tools without ever leaving their draft.
What’s New
Yoast SEO Premium users can now:
- Get real-time SEO feedback directly in Google Docs
- Optimize keywords, links, and structure as they write
- Use Yoast’s signature traffic-light system and readability scores
How It Works
The Yoast add-on appears as a sidebar in Docs, offering:
- SEO analysis: keyword density, meta descriptions, links, and more
- Readability checks: sentence length, passive voice, paragraph flow
- Live suggestions: actionable tips as you draft
No switching to WordPress. No back-and-forth edits. It all happens in real time.
Pricing & Access
- Free with Yoast SEO Premium
- Add-on available for $5/month per user or $54/year (10% off)
- Designed for teams, with flexible seat management
Why This Is a Big Deal
- Save time: Optimize content while drafting
- Improve quality: Publish SEO-ready posts faster
- Collaborate better: Everyone sees the same optimization feedback
It’s ideal for content teams who work in Google Docs but want to stay aligned with SEO best practices from the start.
Final Thoughts
This move brings Yoast closer to where content actually starts. It’s no longer just a plugin—it’s part of the writing process.
If you’re serious about content performance, this is the kind of seamless upgrade that boosts both productivity and rankings.