NeuronWriter API Tutorial: Step-by-Step Guide

The NeuronWriter API lets teams automate SEO research, content planning, and competitor analysis. This tutorial simplifies API integration for marketers, writers, and business owners.

Step 1: Understand NeuronWriter API Basics

What You Can Achieve

Bulk content queries: Analyze 100+ keywords at once.
Auto-generate SEO recommendations: Get term suggestions for blogs or product pages.
Integrate with tools: Connect to Google Sheets, Airtable, or WordPress CMS.

Plan Requirements:

Requires a Gold plan or higher.

Step 2: Get Your API Key

Log into your NeuronWriter account.
Click your profile icon > “Profile” > “Neuron API Access”.
Click “Generate New API Key” and copy it.

Pro Tip: Store the key in a password manager for security.

Step 3: Set Up Your First API Request

A. Choose an API Client

Use Postman (free) or Python for testing:

pythonimport requests  
api_key = "YOUR_API_KEY"  
headers = {"X-API-KEY": api_key}

B. List Projects (Endpoint: `/list-projects`)

Retrieve your project IDs:

pythonresponse = requests.post(  
    "https://app.neuronwriter.com/neuron-api/0.5/writer/list-projects",  
    headers=headers  
)  
print(response.json())

Sample Output:

json[  
  {"project": "ed0b47151fb35b02", "name": "My SEO Project"},  
  {"project": "e6a3198027aa1b96", "name": "E-commerce Content"}  
]

Step 4: Create a Content Query (Endpoint: `/new-query`)

Parameters:

project: Your project ID.
keyword: Target keyword (e.g., “best running shoes”).
language/engine: Set to “English” and “google.com”.

pythondata = {  
    "project": "ed0b47151fb35b02",  
    "keyword": "best running shoes",  
    "engine": "google.com",  
    "language": "English"  
}  

response = requests.post(  
    "https://app.neuronwriter.com/neuron-api/0.5/writer/new-query",  
    headers=headers,  
    json=data  
)

Response Includes:

query: Unique ID for your analysis.
query_url: Link to view results in NeuronWriter.

Step 5: Retrieve SEO Recommendations (Endpoint: `/get-query`)

Wait 1-2 minutes for processing, then fetch data:

pythondata = {"query": "32dee2a89374a722"}  
response = requests.post(  
    "https://app.neuronwriter.com/neuron-api/0.5/writer/get-query",  
    headers=headers,  
    json=data  
)


Key Outputs:

terms_txt: Keywords for headings and content.
metrics: Target word count and readability scores.
competitors: Top-ranking pages for your keyword.

Step 6: Integrate with No-Code Tools

A. Google Sheets Automation

Use Zapier to connect NeuronWriter to Sheets.
Trigger a Zap when new rows are added.
Auto-populate columns with terms_txt data.

B. WordPress Content Publishing

Use the Boost.space integration.
Map API responses to blog post fields (title, meta description).

Step 7: Optimize Workflows

A. Bulk Processing

Create multiple queries simultaneously:

pythonkeywords = ["trail running shoes", "running gear", "marathon training tips"]  
for keyword in keywords:  
    data["keyword"] = keyword  
    requests.post(ENDPOINT, headers=headers, json=data)

B. Error Handling

Check for common issues:

429 Error: Too many requests-wait 5 minutes.
401 Error: Invalid API key-re-generate and update.

Can I use NeuronWriter API without coding skills?

Yes. Tools like Zapier or Make.com let you connect NeuronWriter to apps like Google Docs via prebuilt templates6.

How long does a query take to process?

~60 seconds. Use the /get-query endpoint to check status4.

Is my data secure with the API?

Yes. All requests use HTTPS encryption, and API keys can be revoked anytime4.

Can freelancers use this for client projects?

Yes. Generate separate keys per client under different NeuronWriter projects5.

Best Practices

Start small: Test with 1-2 keywords before scaling.
Tag queries: Use labels like “Client-A” to filter results later.
Monitor limits: Track API usage in your profile dashboard.

By following these steps, you’ll automate SEO research, reduce manual work, and maintain consistent content quality.

For advanced use cases, explore NeuronWriter’s API documentation or join their user community on Discord.

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