Build a Free Broken Link Checker with Cursor AI

Create your own SEO tool in 10 minutes without coding experience.

By Casey Builds It · YouTube Video kxbr_t7PQI4

1. Project Setup and AI Interaction

Prepare to build your broken link checker using Cursor AI.

• Open Cursor AI.
• Start a new project or file.
• Prompt Cursor AI to build the broken link checker tool.
• Specify the need for a Python tool with a GUI.
• Follow prompts to define tool functionality (e.g., scanning internal/external links).
• Review and confirm the generated Python script.

2. Understanding the Tool's Features

Familiarize yourself with the capabilities of the broken link checker.

• Understand how the tool scans internal links.
• Understand how the tool scans external links.
• Learn how the tool identifies broken links.
• Note the ability to scan any website.
• Recognize the tool's function as a Screaming Frog alternative.

3. Running the Link Checker

Execute the broken link checker on a target website.

• Input the website domain to scan.
• Initiate the live scan process.
• Allow the scan to complete (may take time).
• Observe the tool identifying broken links.

4. Exporting and Naming Results

Manage and save the scan results effectively.

• Export the scan results.
• Ensure results are saved in a CSV file.
• Verify the CSV file is automatically named.
• Check that the filename includes the domain and timestamp.

5. Converting to a Standalone Application

Make the tool accessible without Python installation.

• Locate the option to convert the Python script to an EXE.
• Execute the conversion process.
• Test the standalone EXE application on your computer.
• Confirm the EXE runs without requiring Python installation.

6. Downloading and Installation (if applicable)

Access pre-built tools from the Casey Builds It website.

• Navigate to the free tools section on the website.
• Locate the broken link checker tool.
• Download the tool (if a pre-built version is available).
• Follow any provided installation instructions (if needed).

7. Exploring Advanced Features and Ideas

Consider ways to enhance the broken link checker.

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

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