EEAT Cluster Coverage Score

Quantify how well each content cluster satisfies EEAT guidance. Enter how many topics exist, how many you’ve published, and how many include expert voices, citations, fresh updates, or first-hand experience to see the biggest gaps to close.

Total briefs or subtopics you plan to cover in the cluster.
Published pieces mapped to the cluster.
Count of pieces with credentialed authors or reviewers.
Pages referencing primary studies, standards, or official data.
Optional. Default 0 — pieces showcasing photos, tests, or practitioner insights.
Optional. Default 60% of published content refreshed in the last 6 months.

EEAT scoring is directional. Combine it with qualitative audits and SERP testing before prioritising updates.

Examples

  • Health cluster with 25 topics, 18 published, 12 expert-led, 9 well-cited, 6 first-hand pieces, 60% fresh ⇒ Coverage: 72.00% (18.0 of 25.0 topics) • Expert-backed: 66.67% (upgrade 6.0 pieces) • Citations: 50.00% (document 9.0 more) • Freshness: 60.00% • Composite EEAT score: 63.50/100 • Topics remaining: 7.0.
  • Finance cluster with 40 topics, 28 live, 12 expert, 12 cited, 5 with experience, freshness 45% ⇒ Coverage: 70.00% (28.0 of 40.0 topics) • Expert-backed: 42.86% (upgrade 16.0 pieces) • Citations: 42.86% (document 16.0 more) • Freshness: 45.00% • Composite EEAT score: 52.14/100 • Topics remaining: 12.0.

FAQ

How should I weigh author bios versus reviewer credits?

Count an article as expert-backed if either the author or a clearly listed reviewer holds the relevant credential and is visible on the page.

Can I track schema markup or outbound citations separately?

Yes—swap the citation field for whichever trust signal matters most (e.g., structured data, outbound links to sources) and rerun the score.

What freshness window should I use?

Six months works for YMYL niches. For evergreen B2B content you might extend to 12 months; update the freshness input accordingly.

Additional Information

  • Coverage looks at how many briefs are live versus the cluster target—aim for ≥80% before declaring a hub complete.
  • Expert-backed share rewards medically or legally credentialed authors, peer reviewers, or SMEs quoted directly in the copy.
  • First-hand experience can include lab tests, original photography, or practitioner interviews—use it to bolster trust.

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