how to migrate from yoast seo

Hello, we apologize for the issue you are facing. To migrate from Yoast SEO to Rank Math SEO, you can follow these steps:

1. Using Rank Math Setup Wizard

1. Open Rank Math Setup Wizard: This wizard starts automatically when you install Rank Math for the first time. If it doesn’t start, you can initiate it from WordPress Dashboard → Rank Math SEO → Dashboard → Setup Wizard.
   

2. Deactivate Yoast SEO Plugin: As you proceed, the wizard will check for any compatibility issues. If Yoast SEO is installed, you can deactivate it here.
   

3. Import Data from Yoast SEO: In the next step, you will see the data available for import from Yoast. Click on Start Import and wait for the process to complete.
   
   

2. Using Rank Math Import & Export Feature

If you missed importing during the Setup Wizard, you can use the Import & Export feature:

1. Navigate to Rank Math SEO → Status & Tools.
   

2. Click on the Import & Export tab.
   

3. Under the Other Plugins section, select the data you want to import from Yoast and click Import.
   
   

Video Tutorial

For a detailed visual guide, you can also check out this Complete Rank Math Tutorial 2024.

Thank you for raising this concern! If you have any further questions or need assistance with your specific site, please reply to this ticket with your site URL, and a human agent will assist you further.

Sources:
Migrating from Yoast SEO to Rank Math SEO » Rank Math
[Official] Complete Rank Math Tutorial 2024 – SEO Tutorial For Beginners (Step-by-Step)! – Rank Math SEO