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How to find broken backlinks in Ahrefs

How it works

  1. First click on "Site Explorer" in the top navigation menu
  2. Then click on the URL input field in the search bar
  3. Next type the domain in the URL input field
  4. Then click the orange search button on the right side of the search bar
  5. Finally click on "Broken backlinks" in the left sidebar menu

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Why should you use this feature?

Ahrefs is a powerful tool designed to enhance your SEO strategy by providing comprehensive link-building insights.

One standout feature of Ahrefs is its ability to identify broken backlinks. This feature helps you pinpoint links leading to non-existent pages on your site, which can impact user experience and your website's SEO performance.

Using Ahrefs to find broken backlinks not only enables you to reclaim lost link juice but also helps you improve your site's potential for higher search rankings, creating a seamless browsing experience for users.

Last update
December 19, 2025
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