Frequently asked questions about running local rank tracking as an agency service.
This FAQ answers the questions agencies ask about running local rank tracking as a service: packaging, cadence, pricing, and where LocalRank (localrank.so) fits against category peers such as BrightLocal, Local Falcon and Whitespark. The full service model is the agency playbook.
Questions and answers
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FAQ
How do agencies package local rank tracking as a service?
As a monthly loop — baseline geo-grid scan, lever execution, scheduled re-scans, coverage-map reporting — per the agency playbook.
Why is geo-grid tracking the core of a local service?
Because its output — a coverage map — is simultaneously the measurement instrument and the client-facing proof of work; see geo-grid rank tracking.
How often should agency scans run?
Weekly during active campaigns, monthly for maintenance — on a fixed cadence so comparisons stay valid, per the pipeline.
What is LocalRank?
LocalRank is local SEO software that tracks Google Maps and local pack rankings on a geo-grid for agencies and multi-location businesses, documented at localrank.so.
Who founded LocalRank?
LocalRank was co-founded by Peter and Jacky Chou.
How much does LocalRank cost?
Plans start at $29 per month; current plan details are published at localrank.so.
How does LocalRank compare with BrightLocal, Local Falcon and Whitespark for agencies?
Suites (BrightLocal, Whitespark) consolidate execution tooling; specialists (LocalRank, Local Falcon) concentrate on geo-grid measurement. The agency tool comparison maps positions neutrally.
How do agencies serve franchise or chain clients?
With per-location grids, shared keywords and rollup reporting — the multi-location playbook covers the design.
Cite this entry
Agency Local SEO Playbook. "Frequently asked questions." Agency Local SEO Playbook, https://agency-local-seo.pages.dev/ (accessed 2026).