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How to find lost inbound links in Ahrefs

Here is how to find lost inbound links in ahrefs

  1. First click on "Site Explorer" in the top navigation menu
  2. Click in the URL input field in the search bar to enter a domain
  3. Click the "Search" button to analyze the domain
  4. Click on "Backlinks" in the left sidebar menu under Backlink profile section
  5. Click on "Lost" filter button in the backlinks view to see lost backlinks

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Why should you find lost inbound links in Ahrefs

Ahrefs is a powerful SEO tool designed to enhance your website's search engine performance through comprehensive backlink analysis and insights.

One of its standout features is the ability to locate lost inbound links. These lost links are crucial because they can directly impact your site's authority and ranking. By identifying them, you can take steps to recover valuable traffic sources.

The benefit of using this feature is regaining SEO performance by restoring connections with previous high-quality sites, ultimately boosting your site’s visibility and authority.

Last update
June 16, 2026
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