If you’ve got a blog, then you’re probably getting comment link spam. Matt Cutts released a video this week talking about this very issue. I’ll explain what it is and how to make sure you’re not using this bad SEO strategy. Lastly, and for a few laughs, I’ll share a few of our favorite spammiest …
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Does Hummingbird Affect Links?
Some Say Yes, Some Say Dunno The dust is still settling on the major algorithm change called Hummingbird. In our business circles, everyone is talking about it. The SEO world is sifting through the data and rubble of dropped rankings. In this post we’ll share some wisdom that’s been shared within the SEO community. More …
Unnatural Links Impact to Rankings
Unnatural links get your website into SEO trouble. Google has really cracked down on this form of Webspam. In this post I’ll explain Google’s definition and the difference between a manual versus target action and what it means for your website’s SEO rankings. What Are Unnatural Links? In Webmaster Tools, unnatural links are described as …
NoFollow Links for Widgets
Weak SEO Links for Widgets & Infographics NoFollow links can be a powerful SEO tool. When they are done right, that is. I know this sounds counter intuitive, so let me explain. An ill-positioned link can hurt SEO rankings. Hence there are specific situations when NoFollow links are most appropriate. NoFollow Links & Sage Advice …
SEO Link Building Tactic Devalued
If SEO Link Building is part of your online marketing strategy, beware of a tactic recently devalued by Google. Specifically, they are asking for no-follow links included in distributed press releases. Google has deemed that press release distribution for SEO benefit is like a paid link. Since you pay for the distribution, you’re paying for the link. …
Link Building in a Post Penguin World
Link building was altered forever when the Penguin changes to Google Search were implemented. If you’re new to SEO, a back link is a reference to your website by another company. These links show up in blog posts or webpage content. If the linking site is related to your business — complementary services or in …
Disavow Links Tool Now Available
As many of you know, I’m a staunch White Hat SEO practitioner. Anything else in my mind is cheating. So imagine my excitement when Google announced this week they launched a Disavow Links Tool. Let me explain. Some Black Hatters try to sabotage their competition, pushing down their SEO rankings by some pretty sneaky… and in …
Link Building: An SEO Power Tool Part 4
In our continuing series on link building, we’re wrapping up common mistakes and sharing a recent live example. Need to catch up? No worries, Part 1 explains how it’s part of SEO ranking, Part 2 talks about managing links, Part 3 began our conversation on common mistakes. Good Quality Links But Worthless Anchor Texts You …
Link Building: An SEO Power Tool Part 3
Number 3 of a multi-part series about link building. Just tuning in? Then check out Part 1 to learn how link building is part of SEO ranking and Part 2 for tips in managing your website’s links. Now, let’s talk about common mistakes that will lose valuable SEO equity. Buying & Exchanging Links Are a …
Link Building: An SEO Power Tool Part 2
In Link Building Part 1 we explained what good link building is. Now, let’s move on to how to gather and manage your website’s links. Managing Your Link Building Efforts A backlink is another term for an incoming or inbound link. You — or your webmaster — will want to measure and manage your inbound …