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How to install OTTO Pixel

To get full access to the power of OTTO SEO, you will need to add the OTTO Pixel to your website.

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Creating a new project

Inside your dashboard:

  1. On the left menu, go to "OTTO & Audit"

  2. On the menu that will open, select "All Sites"

  3. Click on the "+ Create" button

  4. On the pop up, you can either enter a website on the textbox or select one from the list

  5. After selecting it, click on "Continue"

  6. On "Step 2", you may add some info related to GSC, Google Business, AI Model and Knowledge Graph. All fields here are optional, but we highly recommend you to fill them, to have a better experience with OTTO.

  7. After filling them all, hit "Continue".

  8. Now, proceed to install OTTO in your preferred platform.

Adding OTTO to WordPress

Install the plugin

Inside WordPress:

  1. On the left menu, go to "Plugins"

  2. Click on "Add New Plugin"

  3. Search for "Search Atlas SEO"

  4. And then, click on "Install Now"

Step 1. Install the plugin

Activate the plugin

  1. On the "Search Atlas SEO" banner, just click on "Activate"

Step 2: Active Plugin

Configure the plugin

On your WordPress site:

  1. Select “Search Atlas” on the left menu

    select “Search Atlas” on the menu

  2. Select “Enable OTTO” checkbox

  3. Fill out the “Otto Pixel UUID” field, with the UUID you got on Step 3 of "Creating a new project" above

    OTTO UUID provided by Search Atlas

    Fill out the “Otto Pixel UUID” field > Save changes

    WordPress fields to be filled out

  4. Save changes

Enable OTTO SEO

  1. Go back to your Search Atlas' dashboard

  2. Select your website on the list

  3. Apply changes by clicking on the "Enable" button

    Step 5: After your crawl is complete on the dashboard, apply changes by clicking on the Enable button.

Adding OTTO Pixel to other platforms

How to Install the OTTO Pixel on a GoDaddy Website

To install the OTTO Pixel on your GoDaddy website, you have several options based on the platform's limitations, such as its restriction on inserting code directly into the head section of web pages. Below are the methods you can use:

1. Using iframe-Compatible HTML Code

Since GoDaddy does not allow direct code insertion in the header, you can use an iframe-compatible HTML code to install the OTTO Pixel. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the webpage editor for your GoDaddy site.

  2. Insert the following iframe-compatible HTML code in the appropriate section of your webpage:

    <!-- Dynamic Optimization - iFrame Compatible -->
    <script>
    (function(w, d, s, u) {
      if (w.self !== [w.top](https://w.top) && w.parent) {
        w = w.parent;
        d = w.document;
      }
      var script = d.createElement(s);
      script.setAttribute("nowprocket", "");
      script.setAttribute("type", "text/javascript");
      script.setAttribute("id", "sa-dynamic-optimization");
      script.setAttribute("data-uuid", "2244178b-3482-4498-8c15-1fde6356b74f");
      script.src = "https://dashboard.searchatlas.com/scripts/dynamic_optimization.js";
      d.head.appendChild(script);
    })(window, document, 'script');
    </script>
  1. Ideally, place the iframe code in the site's head-equivalent section or as close to the top of the page as possible. This ensures the script loads promptly without causing delays.

  2. Save your changes and test the pixel functionality on the webpage.

2. Installing via Google Tag Manager

Using Google Tag Manager (GTM) also offers a robust solution for integrating the OTTO Pixel on GoDaddy. Here's how:

  1. Ensure you have admin credentials for GTM access.

  2. Access Google Tag Manager and create a new tag.

  3. Add the pixel code snippet as a tag in GTM:

    <!-- Dynamic Optimization - iFrame Compatible -->
    <script>
    (function(w, d, s, u) {
      if (w.self !== [w.top](https://w.top) && w.parent) {
        w = w.parent;
        d = w.document;
      }
      var script = d.createElement(s);
      script.setAttribute("nowprocket", "");
      script.setAttribute("type", "text/javascript");
      script.setAttribute("id", "sa-dynamic-optimization");
      script.setAttribute("data-uuid", "2244178b-3482-4498-8c15-1fde6356b74f");
      script.src = "https://dashboard.searchatlas.com/scripts/dynamic_optimization.js";
      d.head.appendChild(script);
    })(window, document, 'script');
    </script>
  1. Publish your GTM changes.

  2. Refer to the instructional video here for detailed guidance on deploying custom code using GTM with GoDaddy.

  • Verify that all triggers in GTM are configured correctly so the OTTO Pixel fires at the appropriate times.

  • Check your GTM container for any accidental duplicate implementations.

3. Using GoDaddy Website Editor

If your GoDaddy template permits site-wide code addition, you can explore this method:

  1. Go to the website editor (accessible via "My Products" > "Websites + Marketing").

  2. Locate the settings panel and navigate to the "Site-wide Code" or "Header Code" sections.

  3. Place your OTTO Pixel code before the closing </head> tag.

  4. Save and test to confirm if the pixel is active.

Troubleshooting and Verification

Duplicate Script Errors

Duplicate scripts often cause tracking issues. These errors occur when the OTTO Pixel script is added multiple times across a single site or page.

  • Check if the script appears in both the <head> and <body> sections of your website.

  • If you’re using GTM, ensure the script is not implemented elsewhere.

  • Remove all duplicates, leaving one instance of the script, ideally within the <head> section.

  • If using the iframe method, ensure the script is placed on a test page to confirm functionality. Once verified, apply site-wide if needed.

  • Use browser developer tools or online pixel checkers to ensure the OTTO Pixel is firing correctly after installation.

Additional Notes

  • GoDaddy templates and functions can vary; always validate the feasibility before choosing an installation method.

  • The placement of the pixel code (e.g., in the head or as close to the top of the page as possible) is crucial for optimal performance.

For adding OTTO Pixel to other platforms not covered here, check the tutorials in here.

For a visual demonstration, refer to the OTTO Pixel Installation walkthrough video. Note that the video does not feature audio, but it provides a detailed, step-by-step visual guide for the installation process.

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