Content Generation Overview
Learn how Forest SEO's AI content engine creates SEO-optimized articles at scale with token-based pricing.
Forest SEO's AI content engine creates SEO-optimized articles at scale. Learn how to generate, review, and publish content efficiently with transparent token-based pricing.
🔄 How Content Generation Works
The 4-Step Process
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Keyword Selection | Choose keywords to target | ~1 min |
| 2️⃣ AI Generation | Engine creates optimized content | 2-5 min |
| 3️⃣ Review | Check and edit as needed | 5-15 min |
| 4️⃣ Publishing | Automatic delivery to your CMS | Instant |
📦 What's Generated
Each article includes comprehensive SEO-optimized elements:
Included Elements
✅ Title — SEO-optimized headline
✅ Content — 1,000-2,000 word article
✅ Meta Title — For search results (50-60 chars)
✅ Meta Description — Search snippet text (150-160 chars)
✅ Excerpt — Short summary
✅ Featured Image — Relevant visual
✅ Internal Links — Connections to your content
✅ Cost Tracking — See exact token usage per article
🎯 Content Quality
AI Capabilities
Forest SEO's AI produces high-quality content that:
AI Capabilities
Forest SEO's AI produces high-quality content that:
| Capability | Description |
|---|---|
| 📖 Natural Language | Human-readable, engaging content |
| 🏗️ Proper Structure | H1, H2, H3 hierarchy for SEO |
| 🎯 SEO Optimization | Strategic keyword placement |
| 📊 Factual Content | Research-based information |
| 🎨 Brand Voice | Consistent tone and style |
| 🌍 Multi-Language | Generate in 50+ languages |
Quality Expectations
| Aspect | Quality Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 📚 Readability | High | Passes AI detection tools |
| 🔍 SEO | Optimized | Follows best practices |
| ✅ Accuracy | Good | Always verify specific facts |
| 💡 Engagement | Solid | Clear and informative |
| 💰 Cost | $5-$12 | Token-based per article |
🚀 Generating Content
Quick Generation
Perfect for immediate needs:
- Go to Content → Generate
- Select keywords or cluster
- Click Generate
- Wait for processing (2-5 minutes)
- Review generated content
Batch Generation
Generate multiple articles efficiently:
- ✓ Select multiple keywords
- ✓ Click Generate All
- ✓ Articles queue for processing
- ✓ Review in bulk when complete
💡 Tip: Batch generation is more efficient for planning content calendars and bulk publishing strategies.
Scheduled Generation
Automate your content creation:
- Set up a schedule in Keywords
- System generates automatically
- Content appears in review queue
- Approve and publish
✏️ Content Editor
Editing Features
✅ Rich Text Editor — Full formatting options
✅ SEO Panel — Keyword density and meta editing
✅ Live Preview — See how content looks
✅ Version History — Track all changes
✅ Cost Breakdown — View token usage details
Learn more: Using the Editor →
Common Customizations
- 📝 Add personal examples and case studies
- 📊 Include specific data and statistics
- 🎨 Adjust brand voice and tone
- 🔄 Update with current information
- 🖼️ Add custom images and media
⚙️ Content Settings
Generation Options
Configure how content is created:
| Setting | Description | Default | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| 📏 Length | Target word count | Auto | Short, Medium, Long |
| 🎭 Tone | Writing style | Professional | Casual, Technical, Friendly |
| 📋 Structure | Content format | Standard Blog | Guide, Listicle, How-to |
| 🌍 Language | Output language | Project default | 50+ languages |
| 🖼️ Images | Image quantity | Auto | 0-5 images |
Advanced Customization
🎨 Brand Guidelines
Upload your style guide to maintain consistent voice and messaging across all generated content.
Available Options:
- ✅ Brand voice and tone preferences
- ✅ Banned topics and excluded subjects
- ✅ Required elements in every article
- ✅ Custom instructions for AI
📊 Review Workflow
Review Checklist
| Step | Action | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Check Accuracy | Verify facts and claims | Ensure correctness |
| 2️⃣ Verify Tone | Matches your brand | Consistency |
| 3️⃣ Add Value | Include unique insights | Stand out |
| 4️⃣ SEO Check | Keywords placed naturally | Rankings |
| 5️⃣ Image Review | Relevant and high-quality | Visual appeal |
🚀 Publishing Options
Manual Publishing
- Review content
- Click Approve
- Select integration
- Click Publish
Auto-Publishing
Set up automatic publishing:
- Configure in integration settings
- Enable auto-publish for approved content
- Content goes live automatically
Scheduling
Schedule future publication:
- Review content
- Set publication date/time
- Content publishes automatically
📈 Content Performance
Tracking Success
Monitor your content with:
- 📊 Traffic — Visitors from search engines
- 📈 Rankings — Keyword positions over time
- ❤️ Engagement — Time on page, bounce rate
- 💰 Conversions — Goals and actions completed
Optimization Strategy
Improve underperforming content:
- Identify low performers (< 100 visits/month)
- Update and expand content (+500 words)
- Improve internal linking (5+ links)
- Republish with changes and new date
✅ Best Practices
For Best Results
| Practice | Impact | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| 📅 Regular Publishing | Consistency = better rankings | 🔴 High |
| ✅ Quality Over Quantity | Review everything before publishing | 🔴 High |
| 💡 Add Expertise | Include your unique knowledge | 🟡 Medium |
| 🔄 Update Content | Keep information current | 🟡 Medium |
| 🔗 Internal Linking | Connect related articles | 🟢 Low |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Publishing without review — Always check accuracy
❌ Ignoring brand voice — Maintain consistency
❌ No internal linking — Hurts SEO and user experience
❌ Outdated information — Update regularly
❌ Duplicate content — Use unique angles
📚 Next Steps
Ready to create your first article?