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A Fun Way To Get Free Backlinks

Posted by Ilka Flood | Posted in Blogging | Posted on 26-05-2010

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Get backlinks

Fun way to get backlinks

Did you know that backlinks increase your page ranking in search engines?

So, the more backlinks you have pointing back to your blog the better off you will be.

There are many different ways to build backlinks.

But today I will show you a way that is not only very easy, but it’s also a lot of fun. And an added benefit is that it is totally FREE.

Build backlinks with blog comments.

Yes, you read that right. Blog comments are a great way to get backlinks.

Here’s how to do it …

Find some blogs that you like and/or are relevant to your niche and you start commenting on people’s blog posts.

TIP: It’s best to comment on blogs that have a lower Alexa ranking versus a higher one. Because a lower ranking means that the blog receives more traffic. (You do want people to read your comments, don’t you?)

And here is why…

When you leave a comment on a blog you get to leave a link back to your own blog. A backlink. It’s usually linked to your name. So, do leave your full name when you leave a comment, because this also helps with branding yourself.

While commenting, leave something of value behind. Don’t just say, … “nice article” or “nice post.” If you give value in your comment your chances of getting your comment approved by the blog owner are much higher. And remember, never, ever, spam.

So go ahead, leave me a comment below, and besides a backlink I will also give you some blog love back.

How do I do this?

Well, I have two plug-ins installed that give my readers back some blog love when they leave me their comments.

The first one is “CommentLuv”, which shows a link to the commentator’s last blog post.

The second one is called “Top Commentators” and it shows … well, you guessed it… the top commentators for the Enlightened Networker. Thanks Ken & Melisa West for your awesome suggestion!

Anyhow, now you know of a fun way to get free backlinks, increase page rank and build relationships with other bloggers at the same time.

Have fun!

To your success,

Ilka Flood

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Comments (36)

Ana Online Marketing System
Twitter:
said on 26-05-2010

Love the suggestions, Ilka – not only blog commenting creates backlinks, but also builds your credibility and expertise.

All the best,
Ana Hoffman
.-= Ana Online Marketing System´s last blog ..Search Engine Ranking for Tweets: How to Get Ranked =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 26th, 2010 at 4:21 pm

Hi Ana,

Absolutely! That’s a very good point. It definitely builds you up as a leader.

Thanks for stopping by!

Have an awesome evening!

Ilka

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Josh Garcia said on 26-05-2010

Hey Ilka,

Great job with this article. It’s important to create backlinks for a blog. The more backlinks you have out there the more your blog will be able to hold itself up with the competition.

I like how you said visit blogs with lower Alexa ranking. That is a true statement.

Chat with you later…
Josh
.-= Josh Garcia´s last blog ..The Lazy Blogger’s Way to Understand Copywriting Basics… =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 26th, 2010 at 5:45 pm

Hi Josh,

Well, you’re a master at this. I learned a lot from you.

And while it’s true that it’s better to comment on lower ranking blogs, I do occasionally comment on blogs that are a bit higher up there…just to spread some blog love around people I personally know.

Thanks for stopping by!

Have an awesome night!

Ilka

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Ken West said on 26-05-2010

Hey Ilka,

Two awesome plug-ins. It’s cool to see that you installed Top Commentators.

…and CommentLuv is awesome too.

You know that I love both of these ;-)

Have a great day!

Ken
.-= Ken West´s last blog ..True American Idols | Thomas Edison =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 26th, 2010 at 7:03 pm

Hey Ken,

Thanks for sharing “Top Commentators!” I think it’s an awesome plug-in, and giving back to those who take the time to comment. I always like to show my appreciation. So that’s a perfect way to do that.

You and Melisa have an awesome evening!

Ilka

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Marcus Baker
Twitter:
said on 27-05-2010

Hi Ilka,

I enjoyed your post. An important point you raise, especially if you are leaving comments on blogs that have a lower Alexa ranking than your own is to ensure you leave a decent comment. It’s the least you can do in return for the back link.

~Marcus
.-= Marcus Baker´s last blog ..Which Is The Best Network Marketing Company? =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 27th, 2010 at 10:15 am

Hi Marcus,

Thanks for dropping by!

I agree! But I would leave a comment of value no matter what… Because, it reflects back to you also. But yes, you’re right, especially if the blog you comment on ranks lower than your own.

Have an awesome rest of the week!

Ilka

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Wayne Vassell said on 27-05-2010

Hey Ilka,

Agreed, blog comments do well for fast traffic and backlinks.

Thanks for this.

Wayne Vassell, signing out…
.-= Wayne Vassell´s last blog ..Get Backlinks Fast or Take Time Like Finely Aged Wine? =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 27th, 2010 at 10:18 am

Hey Wayne,

Absolutely! And that’s what we want … fast traffic! The more eyeballs see our content the better of we are. We might even pick up a new friend here or there :)

Thanks for dropping by!

Enjoy the rest of your week!

Ilka

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Susanna Hess said on 27-05-2010

Hi Ilka,

I hadn’t heard of the top commentors plug before.

This is an excellent post. I get asked all the time, and really, comments play a HUGE part. Bloggers should never under estimate them.

Make it a good one!
Susanna

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 27th, 2010 at 10:20 am

Hi Susanna,

You’re right, comments play a HUGE part. Too bad I didn’t realize that when I first started blogging.

Well, that’s part of the reason why I wrote this post. To keep others from making that same mistake.

It’s close to the weekend at your neck of the woods. So have a great one!!

Thanks for coming by!

Ilka

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Anne said on 27-05-2010

Hi Ilka,

I’ve always viewed a way to get backlinks as an enjoyable thing to do as well. Not only is commenting on blogs a great way to build backlinks, it’s also a wonderful way to learn new things for your business.

Have a great day.

Anne
.-= Anne´s last blog ..If You’re A Control Freak, You Need Network Marketing =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 27th, 2010 at 1:56 pm

Hi Anne,

I agree! Just by reading all the comments left on my blog as well as on the blogs I visit I gain so much knowledge. FREE knowledge!!

Thanks for stopping by, Anne!

Have an awesome day!

Ilka

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Susan Redmon said on 27-05-2010

Hi Ilka,

Thanks for the tip about “Top Commentators”. I’m going to add it to my blog today.

Have a great rest of the day,
Susan
.-= Susan Redmon´s last blog ..Content Syndication: Using RSS Feed to Keep Up with Your Favorite Bloggers =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 27th, 2010 at 4:26 pm

Hi Susan,

All the credit about that plug-in goes to our fellow “Better Bunchers” Ken & Melisa West. They were the one’s who introduced me to it.

Isn’t it an awesome plug-in? A great way to “give back!”

Thanks for coming by, Susan!

Have an awesome rest of the week!

Ilka

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Susan Daniels said on 27-05-2010

Ilka,

Good information! Backlinks make perfect sense ~ especially for those with a low operating budget. You must be doing something right because you have a great Alexis ranking. Thanks!

Warmly,
Susan
.-= Susan Daniels´s last blog ..Goal Setting Can Make Your Dreams Come True =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 27th, 2010 at 5:29 pm

Hi Susan,

Thanks for stopping by and leaving your thoughts!

I agree, backlinks are great. Especially those from highly recognized sites.

I’ve been working on my Alexa ranking for the past 5 months and it’s paying off.

By the way, thank you again for featuring my blog on http://www.EnerjizedLife.com Your kindness is truly appreciated!

Have an awesome evening!

Ilka

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Murlu said on 28-05-2010

I love backlinks on other blogs and my own just because it gives that extra “oompf”.

Not only can you gain a backlink but you can directly show what you’ve written about. Bonus points when you comment a blog post where you wrote one that compliments it.

For example, if someone wrote a blog post about teaching a dog to fetch, you comment and yours is about teaching a dog to sit – the readers would say “ooh, this is really relevant!” and visit your site.
.-= Murlu´s last blog ..Business Insights I Learned From Omaha Steaks =-.

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 28th, 2010 at 8:26 pm

Hey Murlu,

Thanks for stopping by and leaving your thoughts! It’s great to meet you.

Yep, relevant comments are always great as are comments that continue the conversation.

I hadn’t realized the value of backlinks until just recently. Guess we all learn from each other, huh?

Have an awesome weekend!

Ilka

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Jose Lasa said on 29-05-2010

Hi Ilka, again this is me Jose. Thanks for the awsome tip. I will start right away increasing my comments on blogs I like, and of course on the ones related to my MLM business.

As always Ilka, God bless you and those hard working marketers.

Jose Lasa

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Ilka Flood Reply:
May 31st, 2010 at 1:07 pm

Hi Jose,

You will find that it really works and is a lot of fun. Make sure that people have a way to leave comments on your site as well and are able to build a relationship with you.

Have a great week!

Ilka

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Mitchell Dillman said on 09-01-2011

Hey there Ilka,

Great post…! Good to see you’re still hard at work ;-)
and spreading great content to all…

We’ll catch up with you real soon.

MD
Mitchell Dillman invites you to read..“the Online carpenter” – Your “Green” Home Improvement Specialist and More!My Profile

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Ilka Flood Reply:
January 9th, 2011 at 9:16 pm

Hey Mitchell,

Always great to see you. Every once in a while I come across your fantastic videos :) Hope business is going well.

Wishing you a very successful year!

Ilka

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Paul Day said on 19-01-2011

Thanks Ilka,

Being new to SEO it is always good to get ideas about inccreasing your backlinks. I have also set up a blog with ‘do follow’ links to help improve my we presence.
Paul Day invites you to read..Home Extension – West Bridgford- NottinghamMy Profile

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Ilka Flood Reply:
January 19th, 2011 at 7:43 pm

Hi Paul,

Thanks for stopping by, it’s great to meet you!

I totally can relate. There’s a lot to learn and it seems once you learned something, it’s changing again :)

Hey, setting up a do follow blog is a great thing. Give back some of that link juice. Very cool!

Come back again!

Ilka

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Paul said on 30-01-2011

Thanks Ilka, I have been following your suggestions above, along with a few other tips and I am already beginning to see an improvement for my website and blog rankings, and with them both linked I guess they both benefit from each others growing success.

Thanks again Paul

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Ilka Flood Reply:
January 31st, 2011 at 12:11 pm

Hi Paul,

Glad I could be of help :) Awesome that you already see results.

Keep it up!

Ilka

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Adrian said on 12-03-2011

Thanks for the info. I am new to this area and I can use all the info I can get. Yours is certainly of great importance
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Paul Hines said on 20-03-2011

This has been what I’ve added to my SEO arsenal lately and it does work. The problem comes when you just comment with something trivial or surface that makes it obvious to the blog owner that all you want is link love. We all want link love but for God’s sake have some class. lol

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Ilka Flood Reply:
March 20th, 2011 at 3:04 pm

Hi Paul,

I totally agree. If you can’t leave a comment that adds value to the post than you shouldn’t be leaving anything.

All the best,

Ilka

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Ric said on 06-04-2011

thank youu Ilka!. I’ve been looking for information on backlinking. great site. It’s in my favorites now and I’m going to read every single word! lol
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Jesse said on 24-05-2011

Thanks for the great info on backlinking. Backlinking is definitely a vital part of every website.

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Free Wordpress Website said on 23-07-2011

As you might see … i loved and implemented this to my Blog. My Readers love it !!
So much love … and THANKS A LOT !
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Michael Berry said on 13-08-2011

Your post A Fun Way To Get Free Backlinks was very insightful Ilka. I love content that has real value. Take care, Michael

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