Thinking of outsourcing your reciprocal linking? Think again. There are more benefits to linking than just getting links. Consider doing at least some work yourself.

First let's make a master list, all the usual ways we can think of to get quality, relevant links back to a website.


1. Fill out a form or email a webmaster, asking for a reciprocal link.

We'll assume for the purpose of clarity that we mean exchanging links to post to a traditional directory page.


2. Deep linking.

You embed your partner's link into relevant text on a page other than your directory page, and your partner does the same with your link.


3. Links from signatures.

This can be a signature you place at the end of every email you send out, or in forum posts.


4. Comments left on other websites.

This can be a blog or a comment form on any website. These will usually have your website url attached to the comment.


5. Submit your website to niche or general website directories.

These can be paid or free; I choose depending on what I need to do to get a link without having to put a link on my website. I prefer free, but it's a personal choice.


6. Write and syndicate articles and include your url link in the resource box.

Write exclusive articles for high-traffic sites that rank highly in search engine results.


7. Mix up the above 5 ways.

For example, if you'd like a link from a site with a higher page rank than your own, ask for a link on their directory page in exchange for a link on your homepage as well as in your directory. Save this idea for one or two HIGHLY relevant but non-competitive sites, and only if their search engine results are on, say, page 1 of Google.


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