Build a Free Broken Link Checker with Cursor AI

Create your own SEO tool without coding experience.

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1. Understanding the Tool

Get familiar with the purpose and benefits of the broken link checker.

• Understand how to build SEO tools without expensive software.
• Learn to create a functional broken link checker using Cursor AI.
• Recognize the time commitment (approx. 10 minutes).
• Identify the tool as part of a free, complete SEO toolkit series.
• Understand the benefit of having a free alternative to tools like Screaming Frog.

2. Core Functionality Setup

Steps to get the basic broken link checker working.

• Prompt Cursor AI to build a Python tool.
• Ensure the tool includes a Graphical User Interface (GUI).
• Configure the tool to scan internal links.
• Configure the tool to scan external links.
• Test the tool on a sample website.

3. Output and Export

Learn how to manage and view the results of the link scan.

• Learn how to export scan results.
• Ensure results are exported into a clean CSV file.
• Verify the CSV file is automatically named with the domain.
• Verify the CSV file is automatically named with a timestamp.

4. Packaging the Tool

Make the tool accessible without requiring Python installation.

• Convert the Python script into a standalone EXE application.
• Understand how to run the EXE without installing Python.
• Share the standalone tool with others.

5. Potential Enhancements

Explore ideas for improving the tool's capabilities.

• Consider scheduling automated scans.
• Explore running checks across multiple client sites.
• Investigate using a JSON config for multiple sites.
• Think about building a custom SEO tool stack over time.

6. Accessing the Tool and Resources

Find out where to get the tool and related materials.

• Locate the free tools section on the website.
• Download the broken link checker tool.
• Note that no coding or Python installation is required for the download.
• Check for other free tools built in the series.

7. Engaging with the Creator

Participate in the community and provide feedback.

• Comment with ideas for future tools using Cursor.
• Comment with ideas for improving the current tool.
• Like the video.
• Subscribe to the channel.
• Turn on notifications for future videos.

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