More ways to
make a connection.
Explore backlink placements by how they work. Find opportunities, prepare your contribution, and choose an approach that fits your resources.
Backlink sources, compared.
Estimated planning scores. Higher is better except spaminess. See the calculation ↗
100 types · highest total score first
- 01Research & visual assets
Original Research Citations ↗
Publish original findings that other writers can reference.
85.2/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity10/10Spaminess1/10Page context10/10Anchor context10/10 - 02Products & platforms
Package Registry Pages ↗
Publish a software package with homepage and documentation links.
83.3/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding8/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity10/10Spaminess2/10Page context10/10Anchor context7/10 - 03Research & visual assets
Infographic Source Links ↗
Create an infographic with a supporting source page.
77.8/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context9/10 - 04Research & visual assets
Public Dataset Citations ↗
Release a useful dataset with a stable citation page.
77.8/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding4/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity10/10Spaminess1/10Page context9/10Anchor context9/10 - 05Research & visual assets
Survey Result Citations ↗
Publish survey findings with transparent methodology.
77.8/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity9/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context9/10 - 06Research & visual assets
Benchmark Report Citations ↗
Publish reproducible comparisons with documented methods.
75.9/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity9/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context9/10 - 07Reference & education
Glossary Definition Citations ↗
Publish clear definitions that other resources can cite.
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- 09Reference & education
Technical Documentation References ↗
Publish documentation useful to other developers or implementers.
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- 11Research & visual assets
Broken-Link Replacements ↗
Find a broken resource link and suggest a relevant working replacement.
74.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context8/10 - 12Events & sponsorships
Conference Presentation Archives ↗
Provide slides or resources for the event’s session archive.
74.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 13Research & visual assets
Curated Resource Pages ↗
Search "useful resources" or "recommended websites" with your topic.
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- 15Products & platforms
Open-Source Project Directories ↗
Submit an eligible project to an open-source directory.
74.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity10/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context6/10 - 1674.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity9/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context7/10
- 17Recognition & contributions
Project Contributor Credits ↗
Contribute work to a project that links to its contributors.
74.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 18Editorial & interviews
Recurring Contributor Columns ↗
Become a regular contributor with a linked author biography.
74.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity9/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 19Tools & technical resources
Repository README Links ↗
Publish a genuine project whose README links to its documentation or website.
74.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding8/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity7/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 20Products & platforms
App Store Developer Profiles ↗
Include your website in an app’s developer information.
72.2/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding8/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity9/10Spaminess1/10Page context9/10Anchor context4/10 - 2172.2/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context8/10
- 22Tools & technical resources
Free Tool References ↗
Build a useful tool that other websites can recommend.
72.2/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 23Reference & education
Library Subject Guide Links ↗
Offer a suitable resource for a librarian’s subject guide.
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- 25Reference & education
Tutorial Supporting References ↗
Create a resource another author can use in a tutorial.
72.2/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity7/10Spaminess4/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 26Products & platforms
Website Gallery Submissions ↗
Submit your website to a gallery accepting new entries.
72.2/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context7/10 - 27Tools & technical resources
Calculator References ↗
Publish a calculator with clear assumptions and explanations.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 28Events & sponsorships
Course Instructor Biographies ↗
Contribute to a course that credits and links to instructors.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 29Editorial & interviews
Expert Roundups ↗
Provide a useful response when publishers request expert contributions.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity7/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 30Directories & membership
Integration Partner Directories ↗
Build an integration and request its partner listing.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity8/10Spaminess1/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 3170.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity7/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10
- 32Editorial & interviews
Published Interviews ↗
Offer expertise for a written interview with attribution.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 33Communities & profiles
Question-and-Answer Responses ↗
Answer a question and link to supporting material where permitted.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity8/10Spaminess5/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 34Communities & profiles
Social Media Profile Links ↗
Add your website to the profile’s designated website field.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding9/10Ease of acquiring9/10Longevity9/10Spaminess2/10Page context6/10Anchor context2/10 - 35Reference & education
Statistics Compilation Citations ↗
Maintain a sourced statistics page writers can reference.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 36Research & visual assets
Unlinked Brand Mentions ↗
Find mentions of your brand and request a source link.
70.4/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity7/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context7/10 - 37Directories & membership
Accredited Provider Directories ↗
Obtain a relevant accreditation with a linked provider listing.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding4/10Ease of acquiring3/10Longevity9/10Spaminess1/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 38Products & platforms
Browser Extension Listings ↗
Publish an extension with a linked project or support website.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context8/10Anchor context6/10 - 39Reference & education
Course Syllabus References ↗
Publish educational material instructors can include in syllabuses.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context10/10Anchor context8/10 - 40Business relationships
Customer Testimonials ↗
Give a genuine testimonial to a vendor that publishes customer attribution.
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- 42Tools & technical resources
Interactive Map References ↗
Create a useful map with documented data sources.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity7/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context7/10 - 4368.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity7/10Spaminess1/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10
- 44Directories & membership
Professional Association Directories ↗
Find associations that link to members’ websites.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity9/10Spaminess3/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 45Tools & technical resources
Repository Contribution References ↗
Contribute a fix or explanation that merits a supporting reference.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity7/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context7/10 - 46Recognition & contributions
Research Collaborator Profiles ↗
Participate in research with a public collaborator page.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 47Products & platforms
Software Review Profiles ↗
Create an accurate product profile on a software review platform.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding8/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity9/10Spaminess3/10Page context6/10Anchor context5/10 - 48Reference & education
Standards Implementation References ↗
Document an implementation that a standards community can reference.
68.5/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 4966.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10
- 5066.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding4/10Ease of acquiring3/10Longevity9/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context9/10
- 51Recognition & contributions
Competition Listings ↗
Run a legitimate competition listed by relevant organizations.
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Downloadable Asset Credits ↗
Release useful assets with an attribution or project reference.
66.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity7/10Spaminess3/10Page context8/10Anchor context6/10 - 53Reference & education
Historical Timeline Citations ↗
Create a documented timeline for a topic lacking one.
66.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity9/10Spaminess3/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 54Editorial & interviews
Podcast Show Notes ↗
Give hosts a useful supporting resource to include in an episode’s notes.
66.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity7/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 55Tools & technical resources
Public Roadmap or Changelog Mentions ↗
Collaborate on a feature whose release notes credit your contribution.
66.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity6/10Spaminess1/10Page context9/10Anchor context8/10 - 56Communities & profiles
Social Media Resource Posts ↗
Publish a useful resource with a link to the full version.
66.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding8/10Ease of acquiring8/10Longevity4/10Spaminess3/10Page context7/10Anchor context7/10 - 57Recognition & contributions
Translation Contributor Credits ↗
Translate a resource whose publisher credits translators.
66.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity7/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 58Editorial & interviews
Video Interview Descriptions ↗
Participate in a video interview with a linked resource or biography.
66.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 59Business relationships
Co-Marketing Campaign Pages ↗
Create a joint campaign with a linked partner landing page.
64.8/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity6/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context9/10 - 60Events & sponsorships
Conference Speaker Profiles ↗
Speak at an event with a linked speaker biography.
64.8/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity7/10Spaminess3/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 61Research & visual assets
Image Attribution Links ↗
Offer original images with clear attribution instructions.
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- 63Tools & technical resources
Public API Directory Listings ↗
Release an API and submit it to relevant API directories.
64.8/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity7/10Spaminess3/10Page context8/10Anchor context6/10 - 64Business relationships
Public Procurement Award Notices ↗
Win a contract whose public notice includes the supplier website.
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- 66Business relationships
Installer Directories ↗
Qualify for a manufacturer’s approved installer directory.
63.0/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context7/10Anchor context3/10 - 67Recognition & contributions
Judging Panel Profiles ↗
Serve as a judge for an event with public panel biographies.
63.0/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity7/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 68Reference & education
Reading List Inclusions ↗
Suggest a relevant article or guide for a curated reading list.
63.0/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity7/10Spaminess5/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 69Events & sponsorships
University Guest Lecture Pages ↗
Deliver a guest lecture with a linked event or resource page.
63.0/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity6/10Spaminess3/10Page context9/10Anchor context7/10 - 70Recognition & contributions
Volunteer Profiles ↗
Contribute to an organization that credits volunteers.
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- 72Recognition & contributions
Advisory Board Profiles ↗
Join an organization that publishes advisor biographies.
61.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring3/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context8/10Anchor context6/10 - 73Directories & membership
Approved Vendor Lists ↗
Apply to organizations that publish qualified suppliers.
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Certified Professional Directories ↗
Use an earned certification’s public professional profile.
61.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context7/10Anchor context6/10 - 75Tools & technical resources
Content Syndication Attribution ↗
Arrange authorized republication with a clear link to the original article.
61.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity6/10Spaminess4/10Page context8/10Anchor context7/10 - 76Business relationships
Customer Showcase Galleries ↗
Submit your implementation to a vendor’s customer gallery.
61.1/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring7/10Longevity7/10Spaminess3/10Page context6/10Anchor context4/10 - 77Products & platforms
Theme Marketplace Listings ↗
Publish a theme with permitted author or demo links.
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- 79Business relationships
Distributor Directories ↗
Become an authorized distributor with a public listing.
59.3/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity8/10Spaminess3/10Page context7/10Anchor context3/10 - 80Events & sponsorships
Meetup Event Pages ↗
Present at a meetup that links to speakers or presentation resources.
59.3/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring6/10Longevity5/10Spaminess4/10Page context7/10Anchor context6/10 - 81Events & sponsorships
Public Event Calendar Listings ↗
Submit an eligible event with a registration or information link.
59.3/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring8/10Longevity5/10Spaminess4/10Page context6/10Anchor context5/10 - 82Products & platforms
Template Gallery Listings ↗
Contribute a template with a linked creator profile or source.
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Product Discovery Listings ↗
Submit a product to sites that showcase new products.
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Chamber of Commerce Listings ↗
Join a chamber with a public member directory.
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Community Sponsor Pages ↗
Support a community that publishes sponsor acknowledgments.
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Livestream Descriptions ↗
Join a livestream whose published description includes participant links.
55.6/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity6/10Spaminess3/10Page context7/10Anchor context6/10 - 87Reference & education
Newsletter Resource Inclusions ↗
Submit something useful to a newsletter’s recommended links section.
55.6/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding7/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity5/10Spaminess5/10Page context7/10Anchor context6/10 - 88Events & sponsorships
Nonprofit Donor Recognition Pages ↗
Contribute to a nonprofit with a public supporter page.
55.6/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding5/10Ease of acquiring4/10Longevity8/10Spaminess2/10Page context6/10Anchor context4/10 - 89Business relationships
Service Provider Recommendation Pages ↗
Earn a listing on an organization’s recommended provider page.
55.6/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity7/10Spaminess4/10Page context6/10Anchor context5/10 - 90Communities & profiles
Community Member Directories ↗
Join communities that publish member profiles with website links.
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Embeddable Widget Attribution ↗
Offer a useful widget with clearly disclosed attribution.
53.7/ 100Editorial estimateEase of finding6/10Ease of acquiring5/10Longevity6/10Spaminess5/10Page context7/10Anchor context5/10 - 92Communities & profiles
Forum Resource Threads ↗
Contribute a useful resource to an existing recommendations thread.
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Forum Profile Links ↗
Find relevant forums that allow a website link in member profiles.
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Marketplace Seller Profiles ↗
Add your website where a marketplace permits seller links.
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Blog Comment Links ↗
Add a substantive comment on blogs that support commenter website links.
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Business Directory Listings ↗
Search "submit business" or "add your business".
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Forum Signature Links ↗
Participate in forums that permit website links in signatures.
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Website Submission Pages ↗
Search "submit website", "add site", or "suggest a URL".
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