Overview

JetOctopus is a cloud-based SEO platform offering tools for website crawling, log file analysis, and integration with Google Search Console data. Established in 2017, the platform is designed for technical SEO professionals and developers managing large or complex websites. Its core utility lies in identifying and diagnosing technical SEO issues that can impact search engine visibility and performance.

The platform's website crawler is engineered to handle large volumes of pages, providing data on on-page elements, internal linking structures, and technical configurations. This data can be analyzed to uncover issues such as broken links, redirect chains, duplicate content, and indexing directives. For example, the crawler can identify pages blocked by robots.txt or those with noindex tags, which helps in ensuring that important content is accessible to search engine bots Google documentation on blocking access.

A significant component of JetOctopus is its Log Analyzer. This tool processes server log files to provide insights into how search engine bots, such as Googlebot, interact with a website. By correlating crawl data with log data, users can identify pages that are frequently crawled, those that are rarely visited, and potential crawl budget waste. This combined analysis can reveal discrepancies between what a site owner intends to be crawled and what search engine bots are actually accessing. Understanding bot behavior through log file analysis is critical for optimizing crawl budget, particularly for large sites where efficient crawling is essential for indexing Google's guidance on managing crawl budget.

JetOctopus also integrates with Google Search Console, pulling in performance data, indexed pages, and crawl anomalies. This integration allows users to cross-reference crawl data and log data with actual search performance metrics, providing a comprehensive view of a site's technical health. The platform is best suited for scenarios requiring detailed technical audits, proactive monitoring of large website changes, and deep dives into crawl behavior to optimize search engine interaction.

Key features

  • Website Crawler: Cloud-based crawler capable of analyzing millions of pages, providing data on technical SEO elements, internal links, page speed, and content issues. It supports custom extractions and JavaScript rendering.
  • Log Analyzer: Processes Apache, Nginx, and other server log formats to show how search engine bots crawl a site, identifying crawl frequency, HTTP status codes, and crawl budget distribution.
  • Google Search Console Integration: Connects with Google Search Console to overlay organic performance data, indexed pages, and crawl errors directly onto crawl and log data for comprehensive analysis.
  • Rank Tracker: Monitors keyword rankings across various search engines and geographical locations, linking ranking data with technical SEO metrics.
  • Data Visualization: Provides dashboards and customizable reports to visualize complex crawl, log, and Search Console data, making it easier to identify trends and issues.
  • Real-time Data Processing: Aims to provide speed in data processing, enabling faster identification and resolution of technical SEO problems.

Pricing

JetOctopus offers tiered pricing based on the number of pages crawled and the volume of log data processed. As of May 2026, the pricing structure is as follows:

Plan Name Monthly Cost Crawl Limits Log Data Limits Key Features
Starter $250 Up to 500,000 pages Up to 10 million log lines Crawler, Log Analyzer, GSC Integration, basic reports
Standard Custom Varies (higher than Starter) Varies (higher than Starter) All Starter features + advanced reporting, priority support
Professional Custom Varies (large scale) Varies (large scale) All Standard features + API access, dedicated account manager

Detailed and up-to-date pricing can be found on the JetOctopus pricing page.

Common integrations

  • Google Search Console: Directly integrates to pull performance data, indexing status, and crawl statistics for comparative analysis with crawl and log data. JetOctopus Search Console Integration documentation
  • Google Analytics: Can import data for traffic analysis and correlation with technical SEO findings.
  • (S)FTP for Log Files: Supports direct ingestion of log files from FTP/SFTP servers for analysis.
  • API Access: For Professional plan users, an API allows for programmatic data extraction and integration with custom dashboards or internal systems. JetOctopus API Documentation

Alternatives

  • Screaming Frog SEO Spider: A desktop application for technical SEO crawling, widely used for smaller to medium-sized sites.
  • Sitebulb: A desktop-based crawler with advanced visualizations and clear guidance on technical issues.
  • Botify: An enterprise-level cloud platform offering crawling, log file analysis, and content intelligence, often selected for very large and complex websites. Similar to JetOctopus, it combines crawl, log, and GSC data for insights into search bot behavior Botify's crawl impact analysis.
  • Ahrefs Site Audit: Part of a broader SEO suite, offering site crawling and technical health checks from a global index.
  • Semrush Site Audit: Included in the Semrush platform, providing technical SEO audits and recommendations.

Getting started

To begin using JetOctopus, the initial step involves signing up for an account, typically through their website's trial offer. Once an account is established, the primary actions revert to configuring a website crawl and setting up log file ingestion.

The following steps provide a basic outline:

  1. Create a Project: In the JetOctopus dashboard, initiate a new project by entering the website's root domain.
  2. Configure Crawler: Set up the crawler parameters, including user agent, crawl depth, exclusion rules, and JavaScript rendering options.
  3. Start First Crawl: Initiate the crawl. Depending on the website size, this process can take time.
  4. Upload Log Files: If performing log analysis, configure log file ingestion. This often involves providing SFTP credentials or uploading files directly.
  5. Connect Google Search Console: Authorize JetOctopus to access your Google Search Console data for the project.
  6. Analyze Reports: Once data is collected, review the various dashboards and reports for insights into technical issues, crawl budget, and indexing status.

While the platform is cloud-based, the integration of data sources often requires specific configurations. For detailed instructions on setting up a project, configuring crawls, and integrating data, refer to the JetOctopus support documentation.

# Example of a simplified cURL command to upload a log file (hypothetical, as direct API upload is complex)
# In a real scenario, this would involve authentication and specific API endpoints.
# JetOctopus typically provides a UI or SFTP for log file ingestion.

# This is a conceptual example for illustration purposes, actual API integration requires specific authentication and endpoint details.
# It assumes a POST request to an imagined log upload endpoint.

# Example: Uploading a gzipped log file
curl -X POST \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/gzip" \
  --data-binary "@/path/to/your/access.log.gz" \
  "https://api.jetoctopus.com/v1/projects/{project_id}/log-upload"

# For detailed instructions on log file upload, consult the JetOctopus documentation.