How to Delete Keywords in Semrush
- George Apostolov
How to Delete Keywords in Semrush: step-by-step guide
From the dashboard, go to “Keyword Strategy Builder” under the “Keyword Research” menu.
Choose the keyword list that contains the keywords you want to delete, then hit "Create list."
Check the boxes next to the keywords you wish to remove.
Select the “Delete” icon from the menu.
Quick answer: To delete keywords in Semrush, navigate to Keyword Strategy Builder under Keyword Research from the dashboard. Choose the target keyword list and hit Create list, check the boxes next to the desired keywords, and select the Delete icon from the menu.
About this Semrush tutorial
Remove unwanted search terms from your project lists in Semrush quickly by selecting the keywords and clicking the delete icon. This guide shows how to delete Keywords in Semrush in 4 steps, starting with "From the dashboard, go to 'Keyword Strategy Builder' under the 'Keyword Research' menu" and finishing with "Select the 'Delete' icon from the menu". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Semrush interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to delete Keywords in Semrush?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Semrush data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Semrush. Related guides: How to Delete SEMrush Account, How to disavow backlinks in semrush and How to do competitor analysis in semrush. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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