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MozBar

MozBar is a free Chrome extension that provides instant SEO metrics for any webpage or search engine results page (SERP). It offers quick access to Domain Authority.

Our take: MozBar is a well-established free Chrome extension that overlays Domain Authority, Page Authority, Spam Score, link metrics, and on-page SEO data on any page or SERP — no login required for core metrics.

Best forContent marketers
ReviewedPricing: Freemium
Try MozBarFree; MozBar Premium from $39/mo (annual)
The bottom line

The fastest way to get Moz's DA/PA metrics at a glance; upgrade to Moz Pro for the full data depth.

Our score

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What it is, and why we rate it

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What it really isMozBar — Moz's free Chrome SEO toolbar with optional premium metrics via Moz Pro.
Our takeMozBar is a well-established free Chrome extension that overlays Domain Authority, Page Authority, Spam Score, link metrics, and on-page SEO data on any page or SERP — no login required for core metrics.
It is freemium: the free tier is useful, while MozBar Premium (deeper link analysis, additional SEO data) requires an active Moz Pro subscription starting at $39/mo (annual).
Why we rate itMozBar's free tier punches above its weight: instant DA/PA on any page with no account needed is a genuine time-saver for daily SEO work.
The extension has been the industry's go-to quick-check tool for over a decade, and Moz's authority metrics remain a lingua franca across SEO teams.
The catchPremium features are gated behind a Moz Pro subscription, and Moz's proprietary DA/PA metrics can diverge from Ahrefs DR or Semrush AS — meaning teams relying on multiple tools may see conflicting scores.
The free tier also has no historical trend data.

Best / not good for

Best for
  • Quick competitive DA/PA checks on SERPs without leaving the browser
  • Content researchers auditing on-page SEO elements (headings, meta tags) on the fly
  • SEO teams already subscribed to Moz Pro who want instant metrics in the browser
Not good for
  • In-depth backlink audits that need full crawl data and historical trends
  • Teams preferring a single authority metric sourced from Ahrefs or Semrush ecosystems
  • Large-scale bulk domain analysis (the toolbar is page-by-page, not batch)
Trade-offs

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Trade-offs to know before signing up.

  1. Time to value
    Fast: install from Chrome Web Store, visit any page, and DA/PA metrics appear immediately — no account required for core features.
  2. Scale breakpoint
    Breaks at scale: the toolbar is designed for single-page spot-checks; bulk or automated metric collection requires Moz Pro's API or full platform tools.
  3. Walled garden
    Moderate: all metrics are Moz-proprietary (DA, PA, Spam Score); deeper analysis and historical data are locked to Moz Pro, creating upgrade pressure as needs grow.

A look inside

MozBar product screenshot

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MozBar?

MozBar is a free SEO browser extension by Moz that provides instant SEO metrics for webpages and search engine results.

What metrics does MozBar show?

MozBar displays Domain Authority (DA), Page Authority (PA), backlinks, spam score, and keyword difficulty insights, helping users evaluate a site’s SEO strength quickly.

How does MozBar help with SEO research?

MozBar lets users analyze on-page elements, compare competitors in SERPs, highlight keywords, and check link attributes (follow/nofollow) in real time.

Does MozBar work on Google search results?

Yes, MozBar overlays DA, PA, and other SEO metrics directly in Google SERPs, making competitor comparison fast and easy.

Who should use MozBar?

MozBar is ideal for SEO beginners, bloggers, digital marketers, and website owners who want simple, fast SEO insights while browsing.

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