Question 1

What is Semrush MCP for Sonar and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Semrush MCP for Sonar is a connector that integrates Semrush's SEO data directly into your Sonar workflow through Ravenala's chat interface. It enables natural language queries to access keyword research, competitor analysis, and SEO metrics without switching platforms. Simply ask questions like 'What are the top keywords for my competitor?' and get instant Semrush insights.

Question 2

How do I set up the Semrush Connector for Sonar?

Accepted Answer

Setting up the Semrush Connector for Sonar takes minutes. First, connect your Semrush API key in Ravenala's settings. Then, authorize the Sonar integration through the MCP client interface. The connector automatically syncs your Semrush projects with Sonar, making all your SEO data accessible through conversational commands. No coding required, just plug and play.

Question 3

Can Semrush AI analyze my Sonar project data automatically?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Semrush AI through the MCP connector can automatically analyze your Sonar projects for SEO opportunities. It identifies keyword gaps, suggests content improvements, and tracks ranking changes. The AI provides actionable insights by combining Semrush's database with your Sonar project metrics, delivering personalized recommendations through natural conversation in Ravenala's interface.

Question 4

What Semrush features work with the Sonar integration?

Accepted Answer

The Semrush MCP for Sonar supports keyword research, position tracking, site audits, backlink analysis, and competitor intelligence. You can access organic research data, paid advertising insights, and content gap analysis directly within your Sonar workflow. Most core Semrush tools are available through conversational queries, making complex SEO analysis feel surprisingly simple.

Question 5

Is the Semrush Connector for Sonar secure for enterprise use?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The Semrush Connector for Sonar uses encrypted API connections and follows enterprise security standards. Your Semrush data stays within authorized channels, and Ravenala's MCP architecture ensures no sensitive information is stored unnecessarily. The connector supports team permissions and audit trails, making it suitable for agencies and large organizations handling client data.

Question 6

How much does the Semrush MCP integration cost?

Accepted Answer

The Semrush MCP for Sonar connector is included with Ravenala's standard plans. You'll need an active Semrush subscription to access the data, but there are no additional fees for the integration itself. Think of it as getting a personal SEO assistant that speaks both Semrush and Sonar fluently, without the extra consulting costs.

Question 7

Can I automate SEO tasks using Semrush AI with Sonar?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Semrush AI integration enables powerful automation workflows. Set up recurring keyword tracking, automated competitor monitoring, and scheduled SEO audits that feed directly into your Sonar projects. You can create custom triggers that alert your team when rankings change or new opportunities emerge, turning reactive SEO into proactive strategy execution.

Question 8

What if my Semrush Connector for Sonar stops working?

Accepted Answer

Troubleshooting is straightforward with built-in diagnostics. Check your API key status first, then verify Sonar connectivity through Ravenala's health dashboard. Most issues resolve with a simple reconnection. If problems persist, the connector provides detailed error logs and our support team can diagnose integration issues quickly. Downtime is rare, but recovery is fast.

Question 9

Does Semrush MCP for Sonar support team collaboration?

Accepted Answer

Definitely! The connector enables seamless team collaboration by sharing Semrush insights directly within Sonar's collaborative environment. Team members can query SEO data, share findings, and build strategies together without juggling multiple tools. Everyone stays aligned on keyword targets, competitor movements, and campaign performance through unified conversational access to all your SEO intelligence.

Question 10

Can I migrate existing Semrush projects to work with Sonar?

Accepted Answer

Migration is seamless with the Semrush Connector for Sonar. Your existing projects, keywords, and tracking campaigns automatically sync once connected. Historical data transfers smoothly, preserving your SEO timeline and trends. The integration maps Semrush project structures to Sonar's workflow, so you keep all your valuable data while gaining enhanced collaborative capabilities through Ravenala's interface.

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Semrush MCP tools

ads-copiesRetrieves unique ad copies Semrush has observed for a specified domain from a regional database, detailing ads seen in google's paid search results.

ads-copies

anchorsUse this action to get a csv report of anchor texts for backlinks pointing to a specified, publicly accessible domain, root domain, or url.

anchors

authority-score-profileRetrieves the authority score (as) profile for a specified target, showing the count of referring domains that link to the target for each as value from 0 to 100.

authority-score-profile

backlinks

backlinks-overviewProvides a csv-formatted summary of backlinks, including authority score and link type breakdowns, for a specified and publicly accessible domain, root domain, or url.

backlinks-overview

batch-comparisonCompares backlink profiles for multiple specified targets (domains, subdomains, or urls) to analyze and compare link-building efforts.

batch-comparison

batch-keyword-overviewFetches a keyword overview report from a Semrush regional database for up to 100 keywords, providing metrics like search volume, cpc, and keyword difficulty.

batch-keyword-overview

broad-match-keywordFetches broad match keywords for a given phrase; `display sort` and `display filter` parameters are defined but currently not utilized by the API call.

broad-match-keyword

categoriesRetrieves categories and their 0-1 confidence ratings for a specified domain, subdomain, or url, with results sorted by rating.

categories

categories-profileRetrieves a profile of content categories from referring domains for a specified target, analyzing its first 10,000 referring domains and sorting results by domain count.

categories-profile

competitorsRetrieves a customizable csv report of competitors for a specified target (root domain, domain, or url) based on shared backlinks or referring domains, ensuring the target is valid and its type is correctly specified.

competitors

competitors-in-organic-searchUse to get a domain's organic search competitors from Semrush as a semicolon-separated string; `display date` requires 'yyyymm15' format if used.

competitors-in-organic-search

competitors-in-paid-searchRetrieves a list of a domain's competitors in paid search results from a specified regional database.

competitors-in-paid-search

domain-ad-historyRetrieves a domain's 12-month advertising history from Semrush (keywords bid on, ad positions, ad copy) for ppc strategy and competitor analysis; most effective when the domain has ad history in the selected database.

domain-ad-history

domain-organic-pagesFetches a report on a domain's unique organic pages ranking in google's top 100 search results, with options for specifying database, date, columns, sorting, and filtering.

domain-organic-pages

domain-organic-search-keywordsRetrieves organic search keywords for a domain from a specified Semrush regional database; `display positions` must be set if `display daily=1` for daily updates.

domain-organic-search-keywords

domain-organic-subdomainsRetrieves a report on subdomains of a given domain that rank in google's top 100 organic search results for a specified regional database.

domain-organic-subdomains

domain-paid-search-keywordsFetches keywords driving paid search traffic to a specified, existing domain using a supported Semrush regional database.

domain-paid-search-keywords

domain-pla-search-keywordsRetrieves product listing ad (pla) search keywords for a specified domain from a Semrush regional database.

domain-pla-search-keywords

domain-vs-domainAnalyzes keyword rankings by comparing up to five domains to find common, unique, or gap keywords, using specified organic/paid types and comparison logic in the `domains` string.

domain-vs-domain

historical-dataRetrieves monthly historical backlink and referring domain data for a specified root domain, returned as a time series string with newest records first.

historical-data

indexed-pagesRetrieves a list of indexed pages from Semrush for a specified `target` (root domain, domain, or url) and `target type`, ensuring `target` is publicly accessible, Semrush-analyzable, and correctly matches `target type`.

indexed-pages

keyword-difficultyDetermines the keyword difficulty (kd) score (0-100, higher means greater difficulty) for a given phrase in a specific Semrush regional database to assess its seo competitiveness.

keyword-difficulty

keyword-overview-all-databasesFetches a keyword overview from Semrush for a specified phrase, including metrics like search volume, cpc, and competition.

keyword-overview-all-databases

keyword-overview-one-databaseFetches a keyword summary for a specified phrase from a chosen regional database.

keyword-overview-one-database

keywords-ads-historyFetches a historical report (last 12 months) of domains advertising on a specified keyword in google ads, optionally for a specific month ('yyyymm15') or the most recent period, returning raw csv-like data.

keywords-ads-history

organic-resultsRetrieves up to 100,000 domains and urls from google's top 100 organic search results for a keyword and region, returning a raw string; use `display date` in 'yyyymm15' format (day must be '15') for historical data.

organic-results

paid-resultsFetches domains ranking in google's paid search results (adwords) for a specified keyword and regional database.

paid-results

phrase-questionsFetches question-format keywords semantically related to a given query phrase for a specified regional database, aiding in understanding user search intent and discovering content ideas.

phrase-questions

pla-competitorsRetrieves domains competing with a specified domain in google's product listing ads (pla) from a given Semrush regional database.

pla-competitors

pla-copiesFetches product listing ad (pla) copies that Semrush observed for a domain in google's paid search results.

pla-copies

referring-domainsRetrieves a report as a text string (e.

referring-domains

referring-domains-by-countryGenerates a csv report detailing the geographic distribution of referring domains (by country, determined via ip address) for a specified, publicly accessible target.

referring-domains-by-country

referring-i-psFetches ip addresses that are sources of backlinks for a specified target domain, root domain, or url.

referring-i-ps

related-keywordsCall this to find related keywords (including synonyms and variations) for a target phrase in a specific regional database; `display date` (if used for historical data) must be 'yyyymm15' for a past month.

related-keywords

tld-distributionFetches a report on the top-level domain (tld) distribution of referring domains for a specified target, useful for analyzing geographic or categorical backlink diversity.

tld-distribution

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