> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.searchpie.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.searchpie.io/faq/general-questions.md). # General Questions ### 1. Is SearchPie free to use? Yes. SearchPie's Starter plan is free forever and includes a full SEO report, bulk meta and ALT tag optimization, sitemap, image compression, and broken link detection. Paid plans start at $39/month (Premium) for stores needing AI-generated content, keyword tracking, and Google Search Console integration, with Enterprise and Plus tiers for larger stores. ### 2. Does SearchPie support AI search optimization (AEO/GEO)? Yes. SearchPie generates JSON-LD schema (Product, FAQ, Review, Breadcrumb) that helps AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews understand and cite your store's content. The Premium and Enterprise plans add dedicated AEO features to further improve visibility in AI-generated answers. ### 3. Does SearchPie slow down my website? No. SearchPie is built as an SEO tool as well as a speed optimizer, including image compression, CSS/JS minification, lazyload, and instant page loading. Its code mainly affects the \ tag and is designed to have minimal impact on Core Web Vitals. ### 4. What schema/structured data types does SearchPie generate? SearchPie generates JSON-LD for Product, FAQ, Breadcrumb, Organization, and Review/AggregateRating schema. Enterprise and Plus plans add advanced schema types, including sitelinks, article, and local business schema for stores with blog content or multiple locations. ### 5. How is SearchPie different from other Shopify SEO apps? SearchPie combines SEO, site speed, and AI-search optimization in one app rather than requiring separate tools. It automates bulk meta tag generation, AI-written product descriptions, image compression, JSON-LD schema, and Google Search Console, backed by 24/7 live support. ### 6. Is my store data safe with SearchPie? Yes. SearchPie does not collect or store merchant data beyond what's needed to run its SEO features, such as editing products, theme content, and online store pages. Full details are available in SearchPie's privacy policy. ### 7. Does SearchPie work with Shopify Online Store 2.0 themes? Yes. SearchPie is fully compatible with Online Store 2.0 themes and operates through Shopify's app extension framework, so most features work without directly editing theme code — this also helps preserve settings when switching themes. ### **8. How do we calculate your SEO score?** These are many key matters of SEO that we are currently using to evaluate your SEO points in the SearchPie app:
FactorDetail
FactorDetail
Broken LinkCheck whether your store has 404 URL
Long URLCheck if you store has any long URL
Meta TitleCheck whether your SEO Title has been optimized
Meta DescriptionCheck whether your SEO Description has been optimized
Image AltCheck whether images had Alt-tags
Google snippetsCheck if JSON-LD has been added
HTML tagsCheck if your Heading tags <h> followed the standard structure
FaviconCheck if your store has added favicon
Google AnalyticsCheck if Google Analytics has been integrated
AMPCheck if AMP has been available
Instant PageCheck whether your pages are instant now
### 9. How can the Search Pie app help you? Our Search Pie app will help you scan SEO issues on your site and provide proper suggestions to help you fix them. There are many SEO problems that the app can help you improve, along the line will support your SEO rankings like inserting JSON-LD which helps you restructure data in a machine-readable way, help add meta tags automatically, inform Google about your latest pages to let them become visible faster, and so on. You can refer to these pages to dig deeper into the powerful features of Search Pie and how they will help you: {% content-ref url="/pages/-McIpfB1oxM5rSVFSIsb" %} [URL Control ](/app-features/seo-basic.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/-McJFdJgF7teTM74EGGH" %} [Google Search Console](/app-features/google-authority/seo-advanced.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/-MiVRrxp3yc7WUG3pLpV" %} [SEO Report](/app-features/your-seo-today.md) {% endcontent-ref %} Just have a go with the app and experience your SEO journey! :raised\_hands: And if you need a helping hand, please drop us a line via support channels. Our support team is at your service anytime! ***\*\* Especially, We don't collect your data for any reason*** ### 10. How do I know this app is working? SEO is a long-term journey so it's not always possible to show the results right away. But the way the app helps you optimize the components in SEO On-page like detecting and fixing broken links, adding JSON-LD, etc. will definitely benefit the professionalization of your site. You can check a detailed report at the bottom lines of the Homepage to see how the Search Pie app improves on-page SEO elements on your store.
Just play with the app and contact us anytime if you find anything tricky. You can at least believe that your site is getting more structured and SEO-friendly from the point the app is installed on your site. :white\_check\_mark: ### 11. How can the Search Pie app help with sales? Our app only supports to help improve your SEO which will benefit your online business in search rankings and push organic leads. It does not affect your sales in such a direct way. You can refer to this post to find the answer to "Why do we need SEO in e-Commerce?": ### 12. How long does it take for me to see any change made with the app shown on Google? It’s estimated that it takes anywhere between a few days to a few weeks before Google bots index a new site. :hourglass\_flowing\_sand: Please refer to this post to gain more information: To be more specific, you can find the detailed answer to how long for Google to update each change here: {% content-ref url="/pages/-McSys-HpVSCvcnelyLu" %} [Broken mention](broken://pages/-McSys-HpVSCvcnelyLu) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/-McTCO4J443blBIw595P" %} [Indexing](/app-features/google-authority/sitemap.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/-McK-\_ELuspYaEd470Jk" %} [Broken mention](broken://pages/-McK-_ELuspYaEd470Jk) {% endcontent-ref %} ### 13. Is there any expected conflict with other Shopify apps? Having both Search Pie and other SEO function apps installed concurrently in your theme code can create duplicate content and harm your search ranking. If you find anything wrong, please write to us for more specific investigation and advice. PS: If you find errors from Body, it might come from other SEO apps that you used to or also install now. You should contact them for more adjustments. Our Search Pie app mostly have an influence at `` ### 14. Which Plan of Search Pie should I choose? For Shopify merchants who wish to optimize SEO to the highest level to compete with other growing businesses, you could start with Premium Plan and then upgrade to Enterprise Plan is our recommendation With the PREMIUM plan, you can save the most effort with SEO possible with many auto features. The ENTERPRISE plan offers the same features as the PREMIUM plan while equipping you with more advanced tools to gain more insights on SEO and get direct and personal support from experienced developers Better yet, all the highly-requested SEO features by our users are auto-added to PREMIUM and ENTERPRISE plans without extra fees. Learn more about how PREMIUM and ENTERPRISE plans benefit you [**HERE**](https://shopify.pxf.io/e1NBGO). :white\_check\_mark: ### 15. How can I require help from the Search Pie team? You can drop us a line via in-app [**Livechat**](https://sb.secomapp.com/) anytime or contact us via email at for every step you take with SEO so we can back you up with our best. {% hint style="success" %} Our support team is always more than ready to support you! :muscle: {% endhint %} ### 16. I am new to SEO, and I don't know how to use the app. What can I do? Search Pie app always strives to be an effective solution for customers of all SEO levels, and of course, for new guys like you. You can walk through the basic features and then continue to explore more advanced ones: {% content-ref url="/pages/-McIpfB1oxM5rSVFSIsb" %} [URL Control ](/app-features/seo-basic.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/-McJFdJgF7teTM74EGGH" %} [Google Search Console](/app-features/google-authority/seo-advanced.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/-MiVRrxp3yc7WUG3pLpV" %} [SEO Report](/app-features/your-seo-today.md) {% endcontent-ref %} In addition, our dedicated support team is always available for you, so whenever you need assistance during your journey with the Search Pie app, feel free to drop us a message! :love\_letter: ### 17. What do I need to do when changing themes? Normally, changing themes will not affect your SEO so don't worry about that. {% hint style="success" %} **Pro Tip:** If there's any difficulty, please feel free to contact us. :raised\_hands: {% endhint %} ### 18. What happens when I uninstall Search Pie app? Since June 1st, 2023, according to [Shopify policy](https://shopify.dev/docs/apps/store/built-for-shopify/criteria#criteria), certain app codes are automatically removed from online store themes after the merchant uninstalls the app. Therefore, please note that except for the ALT tags and compressed images that are saved on your database already, other app codes (for example, meta title/description, schema & snippet, instant page, etc.) will be cleared away when you uninstall the Search Pie app. We highly recommend you chat with us before uninstallation so that we can help you retain important data and settings, as well as give you a checkup to make sure that you are good to go. We provide 24/7 Livechat in-app for free. ### 19. Why I fix the issue but no updates in SEO report? After fixing the issues, the app needs time to re-crawl your pages and update new performance. Therefore, please go to SEO report -> click "**Rescan**" button to see the updates.