Use Google Search Console to check average position for your pages and queries
Search your target keywords in Google and note where your website appears
Use an incognito or private browser window to reduce personalized results
Check rankings from the correct country and language setting
Use rank tracking tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, Serpstat, or Ubersuggest
Monitor keyword positions regularly instead of checking only once
Compare rankings on desktop and mobile separately
Look at Google Analytics and Search Console together to measure traffic and impressions
Check whether your pages appear in organic results, featured snippets, or local packs
Verify rankings for specific pages, not just the homepage
Track changes after publishing new content or making SEO updates
Make sure your website is indexed in Google before checking rankings
Search with exact keyword phrases and variations
Review Search Console performance reports for clicks, impressions, CTR, and position