The URL Filter allows you to view mentions that come from specific websites or domains. This filter is especially useful when you want to focus your analysis on certain sources, such as industry publications, competitor websites, or your own blog. By filtering by URL or domain, you can gain precise control over where your mentions originate and tailor your monitoring strategy to align with your goals.
How to Use the URL Filter
The URL Filter is available as an Advanced Filter option within the dashboard. It lets you include or exclude mentions from selected domains or URLs to refine your results.
Access Advanced Filters
In the right side of the dashboard, open the Advanced Filtering or search options.
Find the URL Filter
Locate the input field labeled "URL".
Enter the URL or Domain
Type the specific URL or domain you want to filter by. You can choose to:Include mentions only from a specific source, or
Exclude mentions from different domains.
For example, including techcrunch.com will show only mentions from that publication, while excluding yourbrand.com will remove your own site’s mentions from your results.
Tips and Best Practices
Monitor key publications
Use the URL Filter to track mentions of your brand in important industry websites or media outlets. This helps you measure PR success and visibility across your most valuable sources.
Exclude your own site
To keep your feed focused on external coverage, exclude your own website or blog domain. This prevents self-published mentions from appearing in your analysis.
Track competitor mentions
Filter by your competitors’ domains to see what they are publishing, how they present their products, and what kind of engagement they receive. This is a great way to monitor competitor activity and messaging.
Focus on high-authority domains
If you are tracking backlink quality or SEO performance, use the URL Filter to identify mentions coming from high domain authority sources. These mentions often have the most value for visibility and reputation.
Conclusion: Gain Control Over Your Mention Sources
The URL Filter gives you precise control over the origins of your mentions, allowing you to focus on the sources that matter most to your brand. Whether you are monitoring top-tier publications, excluding internal content, or analyzing competitor activity, this filter ensures your data remains relevant and actionable.
When combined with other filters such as Sentiment, Reach, or Country, the URL Filter becomes an essential part of a targeted, insight-driven media monitoring strategy.