Website Re-linking: Best Internal Link Optimization Techniques for SEO

Overseas SEO specialist Kevin Indig has prepared a detailed guide that explains all aspects of internal site linking, as well as outlined strategies and methods for optimizing internal links regarding statements and statements by Google employees and personal experience of website promotion.



The translation was prepared by SiteAnalyzer specialists .



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Internal links are the most powerful search engine after content marketing and can be 100% controlled by the site owner. That is why we have created a detailed guide that explains all aspects of linking. After reading this article, you can optimize your internal link structure and increase your website traffic.



Website Relinking: Best Internal Link Optimization Techniques



Links in the Bible are like internal website links



The image above is an art project by Chris Harrison and Christoph Remhild. It visualizes cross-references between verses from the Bible. The internal links of a site can be represented in a similar way.



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  • The first is aimed at beginners - it explains the basics of using internal links.
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Related Articles: Links to related articles at the bottom of the page should be used on all sites. However, some people still forget about them. Don't make this mistake! Leave links to related sites with relevant articles.



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