How to See What People Are Typing Into My Site's Search Bar?

Understand user intent — Build a topic-based website with Summrly and view internal search queries to discover what your visitors are looking for

Welcome

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Create Your First Topic

Set up your content focus

Add Keywords

Optimize for search engines

Brand Details

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Complete Setup

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Get Started with Summrly

Let's get you set up with your first content topic. This will only take a few minutes.

What to Expect

We'll guide you through 5 simple steps to create your first content topic:

Choose a topic - The main subject you want to create content about
Add keywords - Terms your audience searches for
Set brand details - Tell us about your business
Select template - Choose your content layout
Start creating - Generate your first content

Brand Details & Template

Tell us about your business and choose a content template

Why this matters

This information helps us tailor the content to your brand's voice and style. We'll use it to:

Match your brand's tone and personality
Incorporate your unique value propositions
Reference your products/services naturally
Maintain consistency across all content

Brand Name*

Website URL We'll use this to understand your existing content

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AI API Key Leave blank to use our default key

Preferred Content Tone*

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Our professional tone creates content that is polished, well-researched, and authoritative while maintaining clarity and precision in communication.

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How to See What Visitors Are Searching For on Your Site

Are people using your site’s search bar but not finding what they need? With Summrly, you can view a report of all search queries entered on your site — so you can identify content gaps, improve navigation, and create posts that answer real questions.

Why a Content-First Website Solves This

When your site starts with a topic, every search is a signal of intent. Someone typing “meal prep for two” or “how to fix slow loading” is telling you exactly what they want. Summrly captures these queries and surfaces them in your dashboard — turning passive searches into content opportunities.

Step-by-Step Guide

Create Your First Topic
Set Up Your Content Focus
Add Keywords
Brand Details
Complete Setup

Go to “Analytics” > “Search Queries” to see a list of what visitors have typed into your site’s search bar. Sort by frequency, and spot trends like missing guides, broken links, or popular topics. Use this data to create new content or improve existing pages.

Enter your topic below to start building your site and gain insider insight into what your audience truly wants.

Real Results in 6–12 Weeks

Lisa, a recipe blogger, noticed repeated searches for “low-carb desserts.” She created a post on “10 Low-Carb Treats Under 5g Sugar” — which became her second-most-viewed article within 5 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q? Is search query tracking automatic?
Yes. As soon as your search bar is active, queries are logged.
Q? Can I see results for specific pages?
No. The report shows all internal searches across your site.
Q? Are misspelled queries captured correctly?
Yes. They’re recorded exactly as typed, helping you spot common errors.
Q? Can I export the search data?
Yes. Download as CSV for deeper analysis or team sharing.
Q? Does it work with filtered or faceted search?
Not yet. Currently supports standard text-based search only.

Summary

Your visitors are telling you what they need — you just have to listen. With Summrly’s internal search analytics, you get direct insight into user intent, so you can create content that truly helps. Enter your topic now and build a site that answers the right questions.