FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Real questions Cork business owners ask us before and during an SEO engagement.
SEO in Cork, in short
SEO Star Agency is an SEO agency in Rochestown, Cork, serving Cork city and county. The questions below are the ones Cork business owners actually ask, answered in full.
- What it costs: €800–€2,000 per month for small to medium businesses; one-off audits €300–€500
- How long it takes: noticeable improvement between three and six months
- What is guaranteed: no ranking position is ever guaranteed — no ethical agency can
- How the work is done: strictly within Google’s guidelines, with no purchased links
Pricing & Getting Started
How much does SEO cost in Cork?
Professional SEO services in Cork typically range from €800 to €2,000 a month for small to medium businesses, depending on competition level, goals and service scope. One-off SEO audits start around €300–€500.
Do small Cork businesses need SEO?
Yes. Your customers search online for what you offer, whether you’re a five-person shop or a fifty-person firm. Local SEO in particular levels the playing field, helping small businesses compete against larger companies with bigger budgets.
What happens after I request a free audit?
We analyse your website and current Google rankings, then set up a discovery call to discuss your business, goals and competition, followed by a custom proposal with transparent pricing.
How SEO Works
How long does SEO take to work?
Most businesses see noticeable improvement between three and six months, depending on competition and starting point. Anyone promising page-one rankings in 30 days isn’t being honest with you.
What’s the difference between SEO and Google Ads?
SEO delivers organic traffic without paying per click, but takes months to build. Google Ads provides immediate visibility but costs money for every click. We recommend combining both for maximum results.
How do I know if SEO is working?
You should see increasing organic traffic, higher keyword rankings, more enquiries and, ultimately, more customers. We track all of these in monthly reports.
What happens if I stop SEO?
Rankings gradually decline as competitors continue optimizing. SEO requires ongoing effort to maintain and improve position — it isn’t a one-off purchase.
Can you guarantee #1 rankings?
No ethical SEO agency can guarantee a specific ranking. We focus on sustainable improvement and measurable business results rather than impossible promises.
Do you use white-hat SEO techniques?
Yes, strictly. We follow Google’s guidelines — no purchased links, keyword stuffing, or tactics that risk a penalty.
Local SEO
What is local SEO?
Local SEO helps your business appear when people search for services in Cork. It optimizes your Google Business Profile, local citations and location-specific content to capture local customers. See our Local SEO page.
Why isn’t my business showing on Google Maps?
Usually because your Google Business Profile needs optimization, you lack reviews, or your NAP (name, address, phone) information is inconsistent online. These are fixable issues.
AI SEO, GEO & AEO
What is AI SEO?
Optimizing your content so AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google’s AI Overviews can find, understand and potentially cite your business. As search evolves, businesses need visibility across both traditional and AI-powered platforms. See our AI SEO & GEO page.
Can you guarantee my business will appear in AI Overviews or ChatGPT?
No — no one controls that outcome, including Google or any AI provider. What we can do is make your site genuinely eligible: clear, well-structured, and backed by real third-party citations.
Still Have Questions?
Call us or request a free audit — we’re happy to talk through your specific situation.
SEO Star Agency — Rochestown, Cork, Ireland. By appointment.
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