Rank Math SEO

by Rank Math wordpress.org v1.0.280 Unlimited sites

Rank Math SEO by Rank Math is a WordPress plugin that handles the everyday work of on-page SEO. It runs site audits, analyzes your content as you write, adds schema markup and manages sitemaps and redirects, all from inside the WordPress dashboard.

Version: 1.0.280
Released: Oct 6, 2026
Developer: Rank Math
Type: WordPress plugin
Licence: GPL
Included in: Every plan
Topics: SEO Plugins

What’s new in Rank Math SEO 1.0.280

Version 1.0.280 · Oct 6, 2026 Latest

ImprovedImproved Sitemaps can now be fully pre-generated with the wp rankmath sitemap generate WP-CLI command, so large sites serve cached sitemap files instead of building them on every visit.
ImprovedImproved plugin security with additional input validation and output escaping hardening.
FixedFixed Analytics dashboard sections showing N/A after data fetching was completed.
FixedFixed Polylang meta translations that were not showing for secondary languages when Polylang PRO was active.
FixedFixed a database error being logged when saving user profiles with SEO Controls enabled for Author Archives.

What it does

Search optimization on a WordPress site usually means juggling several jobs: checking pages for problems, writing better titles and content, adding structured data, keeping sitemaps current and fixing broken links. This plugin brings those tasks into one place. It works inside the Gutenberg editor and with page builders like Elementor, so you get content analysis and suggestions while you edit, without switching to a separate tool or changing how you build pages.

Beyond individual posts, the plugin covers site-wide tasks. It generates XML sitemaps that update automatically, watches for 404 errors and lets you set up redirects when URLs change. You can control how content looks when shared on social platforms, track keyword positions from the dashboard and get keyword ideas for new content. Store owners can also apply its SEO tools to WooCommerce product and shop pages.

Best for

Bloggers and publishers optimizing posts in Gutenberg or Elementor
WooCommerce store owners improving product page SEO
Freelancers and agencies managing SEO across client sites

Features

Automated SEO audits

Scan your site to find SEO issues, then work through the results to fix problems that affect how search engines read your pages.

Schema markup generation

Add structured data to your pages so search engines can display rich snippets for your content in search results.

Content analysis while you write

Get detailed suggestions on content quality and keyword usage as you edit, inside Gutenberg or Elementor.

Keyword ranking in the dashboard

Monitor how your pages perform for the keywords you target, with results shown directly in the WordPress dashboard.

Automatic XML sitemaps

Generate sitemaps that update as your content changes, and pre-generate them with a WP-CLI command so larger sites can serve cached files.

404 monitor and redirections

Track broken links that return 404 errors and set up redirects so visitors and search engines reach the right pages.

Social sharing controls

Customize the title, description and appearance of your content when people share it on social media platforms.

WooCommerce SEO tools

Apply SEO settings to your WooCommerce store pages and products, alongside built-in keyword suggestions for planning content.

Rank Math SEO older versions

1.0.279Sep 22
1.0.278Sep 8
1.0.277.2Sep 1
1.0.277.1Aug 28
1.0.277Aug 27
1.0.276Aug 12
1.0.275Jul 29
1.0.274.1Jul 16
1.0.273Jul 1
1.0.272Jun 12

Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.

67 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.

Questions about Rank Math SEO

Does it work with Elementor or only the block editor?

It works with both. The plugin integrates with the Gutenberg editor and with page builders like Elementor, so you can see content analysis and SEO suggestions while editing in whichever tool you already use.

Can it handle redirects and broken links?

Yes. It includes a 404 error monitor that tracks broken links on your site and a redirection manager for pointing old or missing URLs to the correct pages, which helps when you restructure content or change permalinks.

Is it useful for a WooCommerce store?

It includes SEO tools for WooCommerce, so you can optimize store and product pages along with your regular posts and pages. Schema markup and sitemaps also cover your site content in one place.

Does it work with multilingual sites?

The plugin supports Polylang meta translations, including secondary languages when Polylang PRO is active. That means SEO details such as titles and descriptions can be translated alongside your content.

Is Rank Math SEO free?

The code of Rank Math SEO is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.

Which version of Rank Math SEO is this?

Version 1.0.280, released Oct 6, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.

How do I update Rank Math SEO?

Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Rank Math SEO automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.