Backlink Validator
Bulk check if your backlinks are still live, correct, and passing SEO value. Don
Check Backlinks
What Is Backlink Validation?
Backlink validation is the process of checking whether websites that are supposed to link to you still actually contain those links. Links rot over time — sites get redesigned, pages get deleted, and your valuable backlinks can disappear without notice.
- Link Status: Verifies whether the source page still contains a link pointing to your target URL.
- Anchor Text: Shows the clickable text used for the link, which impacts how search engines interpret the link's context.
- Rel Attribute: Checks if the link is dofollow (passes SEO value) or nofollow (doesn't pass value).
Why Monitor Your Backlinks
Backlinks are one of the top three ranking factors in Google's algorithm. Losing high-quality backlinks can directly impact your search rankings.
Websites that regularly monitor and reclaim lost backlinks maintain 15-20% higher domain authority than those that don't.
Backlink Best Practices
Follow these guidelines to maintain a healthy backlink profile:
- Check monthly: Set a regular schedule to validate your most important backlinks.
- Reclaim lost links: When a backlink disappears, contact the webmaster to request it be restored or updated.
- Diversify anchor text: A natural link profile has varied anchor text — brand names, generic phrases, and topical keywords.
- Prefer dofollow links: While nofollow links have some value, dofollow links pass ranking power and are more valuable for SEO.
How to Use This Tool
Enter your website URL as the target, then paste up to 20 source URLs (one per line) where your backlinks should exist. Click "Check Backlinks" and we'll visit each source page, search for links pointing to your target URL, and report the status, anchor text, and rel attribute.
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