SEMRUSH* Charge (What It Is + Is It Legit?)

When SEMrush processes subscription payments for its SEO platform, the charge is routed through their billing system using a truncated merchant identifier, which is why your statement shows "SEMRUSH*" rather than the full brand name. The asterisk following the descriptor is a standard formatting convention used by payment processors to separate the merchant name from any additional transaction details, such as a subscription tier or renewal date, that may appear immediately after it. If you recently signed up for or renewed a SEMrush plan at around $119.00, this descriptor confirms the charge is legitimate and tied to your monthly subscription.

No, this is a legitimate charge from SEMrush. However, if you did not authorize this charge or cancelled your subscription, you may be eligible for a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions