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How to Track Keywords in Semrush

Updated on:
May 11, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to set up keyword position tracking in Semrush.

Quick summary

Semrush Position Tracking lets you monitor your website's keyword rankings across desktop and mobile by adding tracked keywords to a dedicated project. Once configured, you can view daily ranking updates directly in the Position Tracking dashboard.


Steps

  1. Log in to your Semrush account to access the platform.
  2. In the main menu or dashboard, select 'Projects'.
  3. Choose an existing project or create a new one by clicking the 'Create Project' button.
  4. Click on 'Position Tracking' to begin configuration for your selected project.
  5. Click the settings icon, then select 'Tracked keywords' to open the keyword input panel.
  6. Enter the keywords you want to track manually, or upload them in bulk using a CSV file.
  7. Specify whether you want to track keywords for desktop, mobile, or both device types.
  8. Once setup is complete, view your keyword rankings directly in the Position Tracking dashboard.

📌 Why this matters

Semrush Position Tracking gives SEO professionals and marketers a reliable way to monitor keyword rankings across search engines on both desktop and mobile devices. By centralizing keyword data inside project-based dashboards, teams can quickly identify ranking gains or drops and respond with targeted content optimizations. This feature is essential for any SEO strategy that requires ongoing rank monitoring, competitor benchmarking, and data-driven decision-making. Tracking keywords in Semrush helps businesses measure the direct impact of their SEO efforts and prioritize keywords that drive organic traffic growth.
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