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How to disavow backlinks in Ahrefs?

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How it works

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to disavow backlinks in Ahrefs:

  1. First click on "Backlinks" item in the left sidebar menu
  2. Then click on "Best links" dropdown button in the filter toolbar
  3. Next click on "Exclude all best links" option in the dropdown menu
  4. Click on "Show results" button to apply the filter
  5. Sort your links by DR to get the lowest-rated ones on top of the list
  6. Click on "Export" button in the top right corner
  7. Finally select a format option in the export dialog and click "Export"

Why should you use this feature?

Ahrefs is a cutting-edge tool designed for comprehensive SEO analysis and enhancing your website’s visibility.

The platform offers a reliable way to disavow backlinks, which is invaluable for maintaining a site's health. By identifying and excluding harmful or irrelevant backlinks, Ahrefs helps prevent potential penalties that lower your search engine rankings, ensuring your site remains trustworthy and authoritative.

This feature is particularly beneficial for optimizing your SEO strategy and enhancing overall site performance by focusing on quality over quantity in backlink profiles.

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