Linkly as a link-building network has a strong set of link exchange opportunities & we have seen those work much better than any other method. Will tell more about Linkly helps you build backlinks later in the blog.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s first start with what is link exchange:<\/span><\/h2>\n
\nLink exchange AKA backlink exchange refers to a barter deal where one website gives backlinks in exchange for another backlink to their website.<\/span><\/p>\nAnd, there are only 3 kinds of Link Exchange:<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
1. A-B Link Exchange:<\/h4>\n
![\"A-B](\"http:\/\/backlinks-linkly-digital-896063.hostingersite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Untitled-21.png\")
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As the name suggests, website A gives a backlink to website B and in exchange website B gives a backlink to website A.<\/p>\n
They are also known as link swaps or reciprocal links.<\/p>\n
A 2020 Ahrefs study shows that almost 73.6% of websites have reciprocal links<\/a><\/p>\nHearing about A-B link exchange, makes one think about Google penalty & how it can be detrimental to the overall link exchange profile. However, the same Ahrefs study above stats that even Ahrefs themselves have 19.25% reciprocal links. As you can see, it is not wise to completely avoid this strategy forever.<\/p>\n
But you have to be aware of one thing which we talk about later in the blog.<\/p>\n
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2. A-B-C Link Exchange<\/h4>\n
![\"A-B-C](\"http:\/\/backlinks-linkly-digital-896063.hostingersite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Untitled-22.png\")
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In A-B-C link exchange, Suppose Mr. ASEO has 2 sites, website A & C, he collaborates with Mr. BSEO who has website B only. Now to do A-B-C link exchange, they can do it in a way where A gives a backlink to website B, website B gives a backlink to website C and website C gives a backlink to website A and this ensures no direct link exchanges.<\/p>\n
Since A-B link exchange could look like a complete barter to Google and might come across as a blatant attempt (\u2019Link Schemes\u2019 as Google likes to call it) to boost SEO. For long term growth & your peace of mind, A-B-C link exchange could be your best bet. But if some website is able to only A-B link exchange, don\u2019t avoid it just because A-B-C link exchange is better.<\/p>\n
Doesn\u2019t mean that A-B link exchange doesn\u2019t work, it just means that you need to do it in a limited way.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
3. Guest Blogging<\/h4>\n
Guest blogging for link exchange can be understood with the following example:<\/p>\n
Suppose yourself to be an SEO expert and we reach out to you regarding this article we are writing to ask your views on link exchange.<\/p>\n
Now, by publishing your expert opinion we get credibility and you get a backlink.<\/p>\n
Guest blogging can be done through 2 methods:<\/p>\n
\n- Link Insertion<\/li>\n
- Guest Posting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Guest posting requires that you write content to publish on another website. Obviously, to score a link back to your website.<\/p>\n
Whereas, link insertion requires that you \u201cinsert a link\u201d in existing content.<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nWhy should you get into the hassle of getting backlinks? Why are they important?<\/span><\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
*According to Ahrefs \u201c*If you have a brand-new website, it\u2019s (link exchange) best to kick things off by building a few dozen foundational links.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\nWhat if there was a network of websites just giving backlinks to each other, well that\u2019s what a PIN is, A Private Influencer Network<\/p>\n
![\"PIN-Private](\"http:\/\/backlinks-linkly-digital-896063.hostingersite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Untitled-23.png\")
<\/p>\n
A few years ago Glenn Allsopp aka Viperchill published an article explaining PINs and other link-building methods and the image above is what he used to show PIN in action.<\/p>\n
A good example of PIN working would be<\/p>\n
TechCrunch, Mashable, Copyblogger & Problogger all grew through regularly promoting each other.<\/p>\n
To see PIN in greater detail and action, refer to Glenn’s article here<\/a>.<\/p>\nAnother fancy term agencies like to use for link-exchange is \u201cRelationship based link buidling\u201d.<\/em><\/h3>\nThis basically means a long-standing relationship for link exchange where there can be a delay in Website A and Website B for the exchange instead of both websites giving backlinks immediately.<\/p>\n
E.G. Website A can give a backlink today and website B can hold it for a month or longer for publishing it with more relevant content and no hassle.<\/p>\n
![\"Search](\"http:\/\/backlinks-linkly-digital-896063.hostingersite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Untitled-24.png\")
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Is Link Exchange safe?<\/strong><\/h2>\nNow, Google\u2019s stance on reciprocal link exchanges or link exchange isn\u2019t a complete black or white but they do drill down on websites using \u201cexcessive\u201d link exchanges. However. there\u2019s no clear definition of what excessive means.<\/p>\n
But, looking at the choice of words used \u201cexcessive\u201d implies that Google does acknowledge that Link-Exchange (up to a certain limit) is bound to happen.<\/p>\n
However, remember that exchanging a link or two with a related website cannot put you into trouble. Your focus must always be on relevancy & quality. Remember, backlinks from high domain authority websites matter. The key is moderation. And using the right link exchange tactics.<\/p>\n
Read this – https:\/\/backlinks-linkly-digital-896063.hostingersite.com\/what-is-link-exchange-how-to-get-it-right\/<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Are paid backlinks a better alternative then?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nLink exchange AKA backlink exchange refers to a barter deal where one website gives backlinks in exchange for another backlink to their website.<\/span><\/p>\n
And, there are only 3 kinds of Link Exchange:<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
1. A-B Link Exchange:<\/h4>\n
<\/p>\n
As the name suggests, website A gives a backlink to website B and in exchange website B gives a backlink to website A.<\/p>\n
They are also known as link swaps or reciprocal links.<\/p>\n
A 2020 Ahrefs study shows that almost 73.6% of websites have reciprocal links<\/a><\/p>\nHearing about A-B link exchange, makes one think about Google penalty & how it can be detrimental to the overall link exchange profile. However, the same Ahrefs study above stats that even Ahrefs themselves have 19.25% reciprocal links. As you can see, it is not wise to completely avoid this strategy forever.<\/p>\n
But you have to be aware of one thing which we talk about later in the blog.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
2. A-B-C Link Exchange<\/h4>\n
<\/p>\n
In A-B-C link exchange, Suppose Mr. ASEO has 2 sites, website A & C, he collaborates with Mr. BSEO who has website B only. Now to do A-B-C link exchange, they can do it in a way where A gives a backlink to website B, website B gives a backlink to website C and website C gives a backlink to website A and this ensures no direct link exchanges.<\/p>\n
Since A-B link exchange could look like a complete barter to Google and might come across as a blatant attempt (\u2019Link Schemes\u2019 as Google likes to call it) to boost SEO. For long term growth & your peace of mind, A-B-C link exchange could be your best bet. But if some website is able to only A-B link exchange, don\u2019t avoid it just because A-B-C link exchange is better.<\/p>\n
Doesn\u2019t mean that A-B link exchange doesn\u2019t work, it just means that you need to do it in a limited way.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
3. Guest Blogging<\/h4>\n
Guest blogging for link exchange can be understood with the following example:<\/p>\n
Suppose yourself to be an SEO expert and we reach out to you regarding this article we are writing to ask your views on link exchange.<\/p>\n
Now, by publishing your expert opinion we get credibility and you get a backlink.<\/p>\n
Guest blogging can be done through 2 methods:<\/p>\n
\n- Link Insertion<\/li>\n
- Guest Posting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Guest posting requires that you write content to publish on another website. Obviously, to score a link back to your website.<\/p>\n
Whereas, link insertion requires that you \u201cinsert a link\u201d in existing content.<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nWhy should you get into the hassle of getting backlinks? Why are they important?<\/span><\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
*According to Ahrefs \u201c*If you have a brand-new website, it\u2019s (link exchange) best to kick things off by building a few dozen foundational links.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\nWhat if there was a network of websites just giving backlinks to each other, well that\u2019s what a PIN is, A Private Influencer Network<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
A few years ago Glenn Allsopp aka Viperchill published an article explaining PINs and other link-building methods and the image above is what he used to show PIN in action.<\/p>\n
A good example of PIN working would be<\/p>\n
TechCrunch, Mashable, Copyblogger & Problogger all grew through regularly promoting each other.<\/p>\n
To see PIN in greater detail and action, refer to Glenn’s article here<\/a>.<\/p>\nAnother fancy term agencies like to use for link-exchange is \u201cRelationship based link buidling\u201d.<\/em><\/h3>\nThis basically means a long-standing relationship for link exchange where there can be a delay in Website A and Website B for the exchange instead of both websites giving backlinks immediately.<\/p>\n
E.G. Website A can give a backlink today and website B can hold it for a month or longer for publishing it with more relevant content and no hassle.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Is Link Exchange safe?<\/strong><\/h2>\nNow, Google\u2019s stance on reciprocal link exchanges or link exchange isn\u2019t a complete black or white but they do drill down on websites using \u201cexcessive\u201d link exchanges. However. there\u2019s no clear definition of what excessive means.<\/p>\n
But, looking at the choice of words used \u201cexcessive\u201d implies that Google does acknowledge that Link-Exchange (up to a certain limit) is bound to happen.<\/p>\n
However, remember that exchanging a link or two with a related website cannot put you into trouble. Your focus must always be on relevancy & quality. Remember, backlinks from high domain authority websites matter. The key is moderation. And using the right link exchange tactics.<\/p>\n
Read this – https:\/\/backlinks-linkly-digital-896063.hostingersite.com\/what-is-link-exchange-how-to-get-it-right\/<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Are paid backlinks a better alternative then?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nHearing about A-B link exchange, makes one think about Google penalty & how it can be detrimental to the overall link exchange profile. However, the same Ahrefs study above stats that even Ahrefs themselves have 19.25% reciprocal links. As you can see, it is not wise to completely avoid this strategy forever.<\/p>\n
But you have to be aware of one thing which we talk about later in the blog.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
2. A-B-C Link Exchange<\/h4>\n
<\/p>\n
In A-B-C link exchange, Suppose Mr. ASEO has 2 sites, website A & C, he collaborates with Mr. BSEO who has website B only. Now to do A-B-C link exchange, they can do it in a way where A gives a backlink to website B, website B gives a backlink to website C and website C gives a backlink to website A and this ensures no direct link exchanges.<\/p>\n
Since A-B link exchange could look like a complete barter to Google and might come across as a blatant attempt (\u2019Link Schemes\u2019 as Google likes to call it) to boost SEO. For long term growth & your peace of mind, A-B-C link exchange could be your best bet. But if some website is able to only A-B link exchange, don\u2019t avoid it just because A-B-C link exchange is better.<\/p>\n
Doesn\u2019t mean that A-B link exchange doesn\u2019t work, it just means that you need to do it in a limited way.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
3. Guest Blogging<\/h4>\n
Guest blogging for link exchange can be understood with the following example:<\/p>\n
Suppose yourself to be an SEO expert and we reach out to you regarding this article we are writing to ask your views on link exchange.<\/p>\n
Now, by publishing your expert opinion we get credibility and you get a backlink.<\/p>\n
Guest blogging can be done through 2 methods:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Link Insertion<\/li>\n
- Guest Posting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Guest posting requires that you write content to publish on another website. Obviously, to score a link back to your website.<\/p>\n
Whereas, link insertion requires that you \u201cinsert a link\u201d in existing content.<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\n
Why should you get into the hassle of getting backlinks? Why are they important?<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n
*According to Ahrefs \u201c*If you have a brand-new website, it\u2019s (link exchange) best to kick things off by building a few dozen foundational links.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n
What if there was a network of websites just giving backlinks to each other, well that\u2019s what a PIN is, A Private Influencer Network<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nA few years ago Glenn Allsopp aka Viperchill published an article explaining PINs and other link-building methods and the image above is what he used to show PIN in action.<\/p>\n
A good example of PIN working would be<\/p>\n
TechCrunch, Mashable, Copyblogger & Problogger all grew through regularly promoting each other.<\/p>\n
To see PIN in greater detail and action, refer to Glenn’s article here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Another fancy term agencies like to use for link-exchange is \u201cRelationship based link buidling\u201d.<\/em><\/h3>\n
This basically means a long-standing relationship for link exchange where there can be a delay in Website A and Website B for the exchange instead of both websites giving backlinks immediately.<\/p>\n
E.G. Website A can give a backlink today and website B can hold it for a month or longer for publishing it with more relevant content and no hassle.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nIs Link Exchange safe?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Now, Google\u2019s stance on reciprocal link exchanges or link exchange isn\u2019t a complete black or white but they do drill down on websites using \u201cexcessive\u201d link exchanges. However. there\u2019s no clear definition of what excessive means.<\/p>\n
But, looking at the choice of words used \u201cexcessive\u201d implies that Google does acknowledge that Link-Exchange (up to a certain limit) is bound to happen.<\/p>\n
However, remember that exchanging a link or two with a related website cannot put you into trouble. Your focus must always be on relevancy & quality. Remember, backlinks from high domain authority websites matter. The key is moderation. And using the right link exchange tactics.<\/p>\n
Read this – https:\/\/backlinks-linkly-digital-896063.hostingersite.com\/what-is-link-exchange-how-to-get-it-right\/<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Are paid backlinks a better alternative then?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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