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        "text": "Structured data generation typically costs $500–$5,000+ depending on site size, schema complexity, and whether you use DIY tools or a professional service. DIY options include free plugins (Yoast, RankMath) and Google's free Markup Helper, while custom JSON-LD templates and CI validation require paid developer time. Key cost drivers are the number of page templates, required schema types (Product vs. Article), and ongoing maintenance for price/availability updates. Professional services often include automated validation in CI pipelines and weekly Search Console monitoring reports. For small sites, plugins are usually sufficient; for large catalogs, custom templates save long-term maintenance costs.",
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        "description": "DIY plugins and Google's Markup Helper are free; professional custom generation ranges $500–$5,000+ based on site size and schema complexity."
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  "description": "DIY plugins and Google's Markup Helper are free; professional custom generation ranges $500–$5,000+ based on site size and schema complexity."
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