Link Building
Backlink
A link from one website to another, signaling trust and authority.
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What is Backlink
A backlink (also called inbound link or incoming link) is a hyperlink from one website to another. Search engines view backlinks as votes of confidence, using them as a key ranking factor to determine page authority and relevance.
Example
A tech blog linking to your software review: '<a href="https://yoursite.com/review">Check out this detailed review</a>'
How to apply it
Focus on earning links from high-authority, relevant sites. Create linkable assets (studies, tools, guides), do outreach, guest post strategically, and build relationships in your niche.
Track it in GSC Boost
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