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seo.basic_metrics

Get Ahrefs domain authority signals for a website URL.

Returns domainRating (0–100 Ahrefs authority score) and ahRank (global Ahrefs website rank). Useful for comparing site strength and prioritizing outreach or competitive research.

Cost = 10 tokens.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
urlYesPublic website URL to analyze (for example https://example.com).

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
ahRankNoGlobal website rank (lower is stronger).
domainRatingNoDomain authority score from 0 to 100.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

  1. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedOutput schema / properties / domainRating / anyOf
      Previous value: -[
      -  {
      -    "type": "integer"
      -  },
      -  {
      -    "type": "null"
      -  }
      -]New value: +[
      +  {
      +    "type": "number"
      +  },
      +  {
      +    "type": "null"
      +  }
      +]
  2. First observed

TDQS

A4.3/5.0
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden. It discloses the data source (Ahrefs), the exact outputs, and the token cost. For a simple read-only metrics tool, this is adequate transparency, though it could mention rate limits or authorization if relevant.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is three short sentences plus a cost note, with the primary action front-loaded. Every sentence adds value—what it does, what it returns, and when to use it—with no wasteful filler.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a one-parameter tool with a rich output schema, the description fully covers the purpose, outputs, and use cases. The cost disclosure is an extra helpful detail. No major information gaps remain.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The schema already fully documents the single 'url' parameter with a clear description and example. The tool description adds general context but no additional parameter-level detail, so the baseline of 3 is appropriate.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description uses a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('Ahrefs domain authority signals for a website URL'), and concretely lists the returned fields (domainRating, ahRank). This clearly distinguishes it from sibling SEO tools like seo.backlinks or seo.keyword_metrics.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

It states explicit use cases: 'comparing site strength and prioritizing outreach or competitive research.' While it doesn't mention when not to use the tool or name alternatives, the context is clear enough for an agent to decide.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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TDQS

A4.1/5.0
Disambiguation5/5

Each tool has a distinct purpose, further clarified by group prefixes and clear descriptions. Within each group, tools perform different operations (e.g., domains.lookup vs. domains.whois vs. domains.rdap) with no ambiguity.

Naming Consistency5/5

All tools follow a consistent group.tool_name pattern using snake_case. The naming is predictable and uniformly applied across all groups.

Tool Count4/5

78 tools is high, but the server aggregates multiple distinct API domains (11 groups). Each group has a reasonable number of tools, typically under 10, with TikTok having 17. The count reflects breadth, not bloat.

Completeness5/5

Each domain's tool set covers the primary expected operations (e.g., search, details, reviews, metrics, user info). There are no obvious gaps for read-only analytical use; features like posting are likely out of scope.