Thoughts on creating a resource/recommend links page in order to attain links?
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Hey guys,
Just wondering, how does Google view reciprocal link building nowadays? I've heard in the past that it's something that Google isn't particularly keen on. However, more recently, I've also read that - as long as the links are decent (and in moderation) - link exchanging is by no means a bad thing.
The reason I ask is that I'm thinking of creating a "resource/recommended links page" for a client of mine. Because of their industry, it's really apparent that attaining links is often only possible if there is the opportunity of a reciprocal link in return. Therefore, I'd need to have a resource/recommend links page of my own.
Is this something I should go ahead with to make it much easier to attain links? Or should I try to avoid reciprocal links and attempt to pinpoint one-way linking opportunities - even if they're thin on the ground?
Any help much as appreciated as always.
Cheers.
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Thanks Noah.
Any more feedback on this?
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I would lean towards no. Yes you can probably get by doing it lightly, but the benefit would be minimal and not worth the risk. It is considered an unnatural link building tactic.
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