Overview
Upgrading your SEO Crawler plan is simple and takes effect immediately. This guide covers how to upgrade, what happens to your account, and how billing works.How to Upgrade
Select New Plan
Choose your new plan from the available options:
| Upgrade Path | Monthly | Annual (20% off) |
|---|---|---|
| Free → Solo | $19/mo | $182/yr |
| Free → Pro | $49/mo | $470/yr |
| Free → Agency | $149/mo | $1,430/yr |
| Solo → Pro | $49/mo | $470/yr |
| Solo → Agency | $149/mo | $1,430/yr |
| Pro → Agency | $149/mo | $1,430/yr |
Enter Payment
If upgrading from Free, enter your payment method. Otherwise, we’ll use your existing payment method.
What Happens When You Upgrade
Immediate Changes
Upon upgrade, you immediately get:- ✅ Increased domain limit
- ✅ Higher URL per crawl limit
- ✅ Access to new scan options
- ✅ Increased daily crawl limit
- ✅ AI Review allocation (if applicable)
- ✅ Extended history retention
Billing Changes
| Scenario | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Monthly → Higher Monthly | Prorated charge for remainder of current billing period |
| Annual → Higher Annual | Prorated charge, new annual period starts |
| Monthly → Annual | Full annual amount charged, monthly cancels |
Example: Prorated Upgrade
Upgrading from Free
First time upgrading from the Free plan:Add Payment Method
Enter your credit card or PayPal information.We accept:
- Visa, Mastercard, American Express
- PayPal
- (Enterprise: Invoice/ACH)
Choose Billing Cycle
Select monthly or annual billing:
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solo | $19/mo | $15.17/mo | 20% |
| Pro | $49/mo | $39.17/mo | 20% |
| Agency | $149/mo | $119.17/mo | 20% |
Choosing Between Plans
Free → Solo
Upgrade when you need:- More than 100 URLs per crawl
- More than 1 domain
- SEO Analysis features
- Weekly scheduled crawls
- Export capabilities (PDF/CSV)
Solo → Pro
Upgrade when you need:- More than 3 domains
- More than 1,000 URLs per crawl
- Daily scheduling
- Anchor text analysis
- Response time trends
- AI Reviews
- API access
Pro → Agency
Upgrade when you need:- More than 10 domains
- Unlimited URLs per crawl
- Hourly scheduling
- White-label reports
- Custom share domain
- Unlimited team members
- Dedicated support
Annual Billing Benefits
Switch to annual billing to save 20%:20% Discount
Pay less per month compared to monthly billing.
Price Lock
Lock in current pricing for 12 months.
Fewer Transactions
One payment per year instead of twelve.
Budget Predictability
Know your annual cost upfront.
Switching to Annual
To switch from monthly to annual:- Go to Settings → Billing
- Click Switch to Annual
- Review the prorated credit from your current period
- Confirm the annual charge
Team Plans
Adding Team Members (Pro/Agency)
After upgrading to Pro or Agency:- Go to Settings → Team
- Click Invite Member
- Enter their email address
- Select their role:
- Viewer: View reports only
- Editor: Run crawls, view reports
- Admin: Full access except billing
Team Limits
| Plan | Team Members |
|---|---|
| Free | 1 (owner) |
| Solo | 1 (owner) |
| Pro | 5 |
| Agency | Unlimited |
After Upgrading
Verify New Limits
Check that your new limits are active:- Go to Settings → Usage
- Confirm new limits are displayed
- New features appear in navigation
Enable New Features
Features unlocked by your upgrade:- Solo Features
- Pro Features
- Agency Features
- Enable SEO Analysis in scan options
- Set up weekly crawl schedules
- Export your first PDF report
Downgrading
Need to downgrade? See important information:Before Downgrading
Check that you’re within the new plan’s limits:| Check | Action if Over Limit |
|---|---|
| Domains | Remove excess domains |
| History | Export old data (will be deleted) |
| Team | Remove excess team members |
Downgrade Process
- Go to Settings → Billing
- Click Change Plan
- Select lower plan
- Review what you’ll lose
- Confirm downgrade
Cancellation
To cancel your paid plan:- Go to Settings → Billing
- Click Cancel Plan
- Select reason (helps us improve)
- Confirm cancellation
- Access continues until billing period ends
- Account reverts to Free plan
- Data is retained per Free plan limits (30 days)
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my data when upgrading?
Will I lose my data when upgrading?
No! Upgrading preserves all your data. You only gain access to more features and higher limits.
Can I upgrade in the middle of a billing period?
Can I upgrade in the middle of a billing period?
Yes! You’ll be charged a prorated amount for the remainder of your current billing period, and new features are available immediately.
What if I upgrade and change my mind?
What if I upgrade and change my mind?
Contact support within 14 days for a full refund. After 14 days, you can downgrade but won’t receive a refund for the current period.
Do annual plans auto-renew?
Do annual plans auto-renew?
Yes, all plans auto-renew unless cancelled. We’ll send a reminder email 7 days before renewal.