What to Include in a SEO Report Template for Semrush
Based on how SEO specialists build Semrush reports in Whatagraph, a solid Semrush report template should answer one question clearly:
Is our SEO actually moving the needle, and where should we optimize next?
That’s why our template is structured into three focused sections: Traffic, Keywords, and Backlinks. Each one tracks the SEO metrics that matter most for decision-making, not vanity numbers.
Here’s how we recommend structuring it.
1. Traffic Overview
Start with a traffic report that shows how organic search is performing alongside paid channels.
Key metrics to include:
- Total organic traffic
- Organic traffic growth over time
- Total organic keywords
- Estimated organic cost
- Organic vs paid traffic distribution
Recommended visuals:
- Line charts for organic vs paid traffic trends
- Distribution charts for traffic, keywords, and cost
- Tables for top organic keywords by traffic
Why this matters:
Traffic alone doesn’t tell the full story. By pairing organic traffic, keyword growth, and cost metrics, stakeholders can see whether SEO performance is scaling sustainably, or if paid search is doing most of the heavy lifting.
This is especially useful for monthly reporting, client reports, and showing SEO ROI next to Google Ads or PPC data.
2. Keyword Performance

Next, zoom in on keyword rankings and visibility.
Key metrics to include:
- Total tracked keywords
- Keywords in Top 3, Top 10, and Top 20
- Keyword position trends over time
- Search volume and CPC
- Keyword difficulty
- Keyword-to-landing-page mapping
Recommended visuals:
- Trend graphs for Top 3, Top 10, and Top 20 positions
- Visibility trend charts across the selected timeframe
- Tables showing top-performing keywords and landing pages
Why this matters:
This section connects keyword rankings to organic traffic and landing pages, making SEO data actionable.
Instead of just tracking positions, SEO teams can quickly spot:
- Keywords close to page one
- Pages that need optimization
- Gaps in organic research and content coverage
It’s the backbone of any SEO strategy review.
3. Backlinks & Authority

Finally, include a backlinks report to track authority growth.
Key metrics to include:
- Total backlinks
- Referring domains
- Domain Authority score
- New backlinks acquired
- Follow vs nofollow links
- Top anchor texts
Recommended visuals:
- Trend charts for backlinks, referring domains, and domain authority
- Tables for new backlinks and anchor text distribution
Why this matters:
Backlinks directly influence SEO performance, especially for competitive keywords.
Tracking both referring domains and anchor texts helps SEO specialists:
- Measure link-building effectiveness
- Avoid over-optimized anchor profiles
- Benchmark authority growth over time
This makes backlink reporting easier to explain to stakeholders who care about outcomes, not raw link counts.















