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How to identify top organic competitors in Ahrefs

How it works

  1. First click on "Site Explorer" in the top navigation menu
  2. Enter the domain in the URL search field on the Site Explorer page
  3. Click the "Search" button to analyze the domain
  4. Then click on "Organic competitors" in the left sidebar menu
  5. Finally, click the "Traffic" column header to sort and highlight competitors with the highest estimated organic traffic

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Why should you use this feature?

Ahrefs is a powerful tool designed to boost your website's visibility by providing insightful SEO analytics.

By identifying top organic competitors through Ahrefs, you can deepen your understanding of the competitive landscape in your niche. This feature allows you to uncover which websites you are contending with for valuable ranking positions.

Using this insight, you can strategically adjust your marketing efforts, prioritize content creation, and discover opportunities for links and engagement that can place you ahead in the SEO race.

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December 19, 2025
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