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Adding Keywords to Track

Posted November 20, 2025Updated November 20, 2025By Zak Kann

Add keywords to your project to start tracking their rankings. You can add keywords manually, import from CSV, or import from Google Search Console.

Methods for Adding Keywords

Method 1: Manual Entry

Add keywords one at a time or in bulk:

  1. Go to your project
  2. Click "Add Keywords" button
  3. Enter keywords in the text area (one per line)
  4. Optionally set target URLs for each keyword
  5. Click "Add" to save

Best for:

  • Small numbers of keywords
  • Specific keywords you want to track
  • Quick additions

Method 2: CSV Import

Import keywords from a CSV file:

  1. Go to your project
  2. Click "Import Keywords" or "Add Keywords"
  3. Select "Import from CSV"
  4. Upload your CSV file
  5. Map columns (keyword, target URL, etc.)
  6. Click "Import"

CSV Format:

  • One keyword per row
  • Optional columns: target URL, tags, notes
  • Header row with column names

Best for:

  • Large numbers of keywords
  • Existing keyword lists
  • Bulk imports

Method 3: Import from Google Search Console

Import keywords you're already ranking for:

  1. Go to your project
  2. Click "Add Keywords"
  3. Select "Import from GSC"
  4. Choose a Google Search Console property
  5. Select keywords to import
  6. Click "Import"

Best for:

  • Keywords you're already tracking in GSC
  • Quick setup with existing data
  • Keywords you're already ranking for

Setting Target URLs

What Are Target URLs?

Target URLs specify which page on your site should rank for each keyword. This helps you:

  • Track the right page for each keyword
  • Identify when wrong pages are ranking
  • Optimize specific pages for keywords

How to Set Target URLs

During keyword addition:

  • Enter target URL when adding keywords
  • Can be set per keyword
  • Optional but recommended

After adding keywords:

  • Edit keywords to add/change target URLs
  • Bulk update target URLs
  • Set default target URL for project

Target URL Examples

  • https://example.com/page - Specific page
  • https://example.com/blog/post - Blog post
  • https://example.com/products/item - Product page

Organizing Keywords

Using Tags

Organize keywords with tags:

  • Add tags when adding keywords
  • Filter keywords by tags
  • Group related keywords
  • Track keyword categories

Tag examples:

  • Product keywords
  • Blog keywords
  • Service keywords
  • Location-based keywords

Keyword Groups

Group keywords by:

  • Category or topic
  • Target page
  • Priority level
  • Campaign or project

Best Practices

Start with Important Keywords

Focus on:

  • High-value keywords
  • Keywords you're already ranking for
  • Keywords with good potential
  • Keywords relevant to your business

Don't Overwhelm Yourself

Start with:

  • 10-20 keywords per project
  • Most important keywords first
  • Expand gradually
  • Focus on quality over quantity

Keep Keywords Relevant

Only track keywords that:

  • Are relevant to your business
  • You want to rank for
  • Have search volume
  • Match your content

Review Regularly

Periodically:

  • Remove keywords you no longer need
  • Add new important keywords
  • Update target URLs
  • Organize with tags

Common Questions

How many keywords should I track?

Start with 10-20 important keywords, then expand as needed. There's no set limit, but focus on quality over quantity.

Can I add keywords later?

Yes! You can add keywords at any time. Just go to your project and click "Add Keywords".

What if I don't set a target URL?

You can track keywords without target URLs, but setting them helps ensure you're tracking the right pages.

Can I edit keywords after adding them?

Yes! You can edit keywords to:

  • Change target URLs
  • Add or remove tags
  • Update notes
  • Delete keywords you no longer need

How do I remove keywords?

You can delete keywords from your project:

  • Select keywords to delete
  • Click delete/remove
  • Confirm deletion
  • Keywords and their data will be removed

What's Next?

ntify keywords to optimize

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