How to Check Spam Score in Semrush - Backlink Audit Tutorial 2026
Learn how to check your domain's spam score using Semrush's Backlink Audit tool to identify toxic backlinks and protect your SEO rankings.
In this step-by-step tutorial, I'll walk you through the complete process of checking spam scores in Semrush. The spam score, also known as the Overall Toxicity score in Semrush, helps you identify potentially harmful backlinks that could negatively impact your website's search engine rankings. This tutorial covers everything from setting up your backlink audit project to interpreting the toxic and potentially toxic percentages.
0:00 Navigate to Backlink Audit in the left sidebar
0:10 Create a new project for spam score analysis
0:20 Enter the domain you want to check for spam score
0:30 Select Root domain as your campaign source
0:40 Locate the Overall Toxicity score section
0:50 Review toxic and potentially toxic percentages
Semrush's Backlink Audit tool is essential for maintaining a healthy link profile and protecting your website from Google penalties. By regularly monitoring your spam score, you can take proactive steps to disavow harmful links and improve your overall SEO performance. The toxicity score provides valuable insights into the quality of your backlink profile, helping you make informed decisions about link building and cleanup strategies.
Whether you're an SEO professional, digital marketer, or website owner, understanding how to use Semrush's spam score feature is crucial for maintaining strong search engine rankings and avoiding potential penalties from toxic backlinks.
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