wp_yoast_update_post_seo is an MCP tool for Yoast SEO — available inside Easy MCP AI, the WordPress plugin that connects Claude, ChatGPT, and any AI assistant to your site.
Install Free Plugin →wp_yoast_update_post_seo
DestructiveUpdate Yoast SEO fields on a post
Requires Yoast SEO plugin.
Description
Bulk SEO optimization at scale becomes practical when AI can write directly to Yoast — and that is exactly what wp_yoast_update_post_seo enables through Easy MCP AI. It writes SEO titles, meta descriptions, focus keywords, cornerstone flags, and the full set of Open Graph and Twitter card overrides to any post, with changes taking effect immediately. Easy MCP AI connects your AI client to WordPress over pure PHP with no Node.js or external proxy required, so tools like Cursor or Windsurf can rewrite underperforming metadata across hundreds of posts without ever opening the admin panel.
See it in action
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Example Use Cases & Sample Prompts
- Bulk-update meta descriptions for a category
- Prompt: “Write and apply optimized meta descriptions for all posts in the ‘Running Shoes’ category using Yoast.”
- Set Open Graph title and image for social sharing
- Prompt: “Update the OG title and OG image URL for post 42 to match our new campaign assets.”
- Mark a post as cornerstone content
- Prompt: “Set is_cornerstone to true and update the focus keyword to ‘trail running shoes’ for post 15.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does wp_yoast_update_post_seo do?
Bulk SEO optimization at scale becomes practical when AI can write directly to Yoast — and that is exactly what wp_yoast_update_post_seo enables through Easy MCP AI. It writes SEO titles, meta descriptions, focus keywords, cornerstone flags, and the full set of Open Graph and Twitter card overrides to any post, with changes taking effect immediately. Easy MCP AI connects your AI client to WordPress over pure PHP with no Node.js or external proxy required, so tools like Cursor or Windsurf can rewrite underperforming metadata across hundreds of posts without ever opening the admin panel.
How do I use wp_yoast_update_post_seo with my AI assistant?
Install Easy MCP AI and the Yoast SEO plugin, generate an API token in your dashboard, and connect your AI client. Then describe what you want in natural language — for example: "Set the SEO title to 'Best Running Shoes 2025' and update the meta description for post 42."
Do I need Easy MCP AI to use wp_yoast_update_post_seo?
Yes. wp_yoast_update_post_seo is bundled inside Easy MCP AI as part of the Yoast SEO integration. Install the free plugin, add Yoast SEO, connect your AI, and this tool is available immediately.
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Step 1
Get the Plugin
Install Easy MCP AI on your WordPress site to unlock wp_yoast_update_post_seo and all Yoast SEO tools instantly.
Step 2
Connect Your AI Client
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