Link building is one of the top strategies to get free traffic to your site. Obviously, this is one technique that can get you direct traffic from readers who click on the links you leave behind. Some do not know though that link building is also the key to get noticed and indexed by search engines. Having a good number of quality links across the net will increase your chances of appearing in search results. Here are some great tips on how you can get your site linked to:
* The first obvious way is to request to be linked to. When you spot a site that you like to exchange links with, write a brief but polite letter requesting for a link exchange. You can also add a little note on how much you like the site and why you think it would be a great idea to swap links. Take note though that one-way links are always preferred for better search engine rankings.
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* There are many directories out there that will allow users to submit links for free. Submit to as many directories as possible. Make sure though that your link is posted on the correct category and that you provide relevant descriptions. This will help readers looking for specific information to find you faster.
* Article submissions to article directories are among the best strategies for getting free backlinks. You just have to write an article that is related to your site and niche topic. Fill the author box with your information and site link and submit. People who are impressed by the quality of your articles will not hesitate to check what else you can offer in your site.
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* Hundreds of blogs and forums offer you the opportunity to get free traffic through the comments that you post. You have to make sure though that your comments are related to the topic or post and that it is substantial and sensible. Sounding like a real expert can get readers interested in you.
* Social networks are among the best sites to get traffic. All you need to do is to set up an attractive profile and be friendly. People and friends who view your profile will also find your link.
* Article directories aren’t the only sites to submit articles to. You can also look for blogs and sites that are a bit related to your niche. If you are a certified expert at what you write about, you can propose to swap articles with a site owner. You could also just offer to contribute an article for free as a guest writer. You can ask for a link to your site in exchange for your free work.
* One of the best techniques to get traffic to your site is to post in free classified ad sites. These sites offer double benefits. Users of these sites and search engines will both find you faster. The best part about these free sites is that you can post multiple ads and have them up for an extended period of time.
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Ewen, I am in the middle of reading your book “How I made my first million on the Internet” and am really enjoying it. I routinely stay up til 1 or 2am doing research on how to make money online so I can totally relate to your staying up til 3am. Thanks for a great book and blog post too!
Paula