How to Check Spam Score in Semrush
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Here's how to check spam score in Semrush
- Navigate to the Backlink Audit tool in Semrush's left navigation menu.
- Click to create a new project for your backlink analysis.
- Input the domain name that you want to analyze for spam score.
- Choose 'Root domain' as your campaign source option.
- Review the Overall Toxicity score which represents the domain's spam score, including toxic and potentially toxic percentages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Generally, a toxicity score below 30% is considered healthy, while scores above 45% indicate potential spam issues. Semrush categorizes backlinks as toxic, potentially toxic, or non-toxic based on various quality factors.



