{"id":681,"date":"2025-09-17T13:35:15","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T11:35:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hidata.digital\/?p=681"},"modified":"2026-09-18T09:48:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T07:48:07","slug":"what-is-link-building","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hidata.digital\/en\/blog\/mi-az-a-linkepites\/","title":{"rendered":"What is link building and why is it important for SEO?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Not a PR article, yet it appears on external domains - what is it? There are many questions surrounding the term link building, but it is actually an important pillar of Off-page SEO. But how does it contribute to the success of your website?<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this article we will dispel misconceptions around SEO link building and offer useful information for those who want to increase the visibility and traffic of their website.<\/p>\n

What is link building? - The basics<\/h2>\n

To understand how search engine optimization link building works, it is worth taking a look at the basics of Off-page SEO.<\/p>\n

Off-page SEO processes take place outside the website. These involve trying to get backlinks (links) from other websites.<\/p>\n

Why is this important?<\/h3>\n

In Google's eyes, it increases a website's credibility if it is already being pointed to by credible pages.
\nThe more quality links pointing to a page, the better its organic ranking can be.<\/p>\n

The credibility of a page can be checked using several metrics:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Domain Rating (DR)<\/li>\n
  • Domain Authority (DA) - for the authenticity of the whole domain<\/li>\n
  • Page Authority (PA) - the authority of a page<\/li>\n
  • Number of quality linking domains (above 20+ DR)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    These metrics can be measured using tools such as:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Ahrefs,<\/li>\n
    • Moz,<\/li>\n
    • Open Site Explorer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      A shotgun of key link quality metrics and measurement tools:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Metrics<\/span><\/td>\nReport from<\/span><\/td>\nIdeal value<\/span><\/td>\nMeasuring device<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Domain Rating (DR)<\/span><\/td>\nDomain authenticity<\/span><\/td>\n50+<\/span><\/td>\nAhrefs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Domain Authority (DA)<\/span><\/td>\nSite authority<\/span><\/td>\n40+<\/span><\/td>\nMoz<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Referring domains<\/span><\/td>\nNumber of linking domains<\/span><\/td>\n50+<\/span><\/td>\nAhrefs, Semrush<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Link relevance<\/span><\/td>\nRelevant content<\/span><\/td>\nHigh<\/span><\/td>\nManual control<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

      (Source: 2024; SEO Sherpa, 2025)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

      Link building methods<\/h2>\n

      According to a study published by Semrush in 2024, 91% of backlinks do not generate traffic - so the real impact is only from relevant links (Source: Semrush Ranking Factors, 2024)<\/p>\n

      But how do we get relevant links?<\/h3>\n

      Link building can be done in several ways:<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Organic - when you create high-quality content that others voluntarily link to (e.g. useful tools, infographics).<\/li>\n
      • On registration sites, forums - cheap but limited effectiveness.<\/li>\n
      • Relevant professional sites - a time-consuming strategy, but with a lasting impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Common forms of professional link building:<\/p>\n

          \n
        • Guest blogging<\/li>\n
        • Interviews and partnership articles<\/li>\n
        • PR article for link building<\/li>\n
        • Producing relevant professional content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          The combination of PR and SEO is particularly powerful:<\/p>\n

            \n
          • The coordination of ongoing PR tasks and SEO increases efficiency.<\/li>\n
          • Links embedded in PR articles give you solid credibility.<\/li>\n
          • The link building service can be outsourced, saving you time and money.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            The steps of link building<\/h2>\n

            The link building process consists of several phases that build on each other:<\/p>\n

              \n
            • Link profile analysis - including competitor analysis<\/li>\n
            • Link design, budget planning<\/li>\n
            • Listing of relevant websites<\/li>\n
            • Content creation<\/li>\n
            • Link placement<\/li>\n
            • Monitoring and analysis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              The link building process in brief<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
              Step by<\/span><\/td>\nGoal<\/span><\/td>\nResult<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Link profile analysis<\/span><\/td>\nIdentifying weak points<\/span><\/td>\nInitial strategy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Link design<\/span><\/td>\nKey issues, budget<\/span><\/td>\nImplementation plan<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Content creation<\/span><\/td>\nWriting relevant articles<\/span><\/td>\nMaterial available for publication<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Location<\/span><\/td>\nIncluding links<\/span><\/td>\nSEO Boost<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Monitoring<\/span><\/td>\nImpact measurement<\/span><\/td>\nContinuous optimisation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

              (Source: 2024; SEO Sherpa, 2025)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

              Key facts about link building:<\/h3>\n
                \n
              • Link building is not a one-off action, it is a process.<\/li>\n
              • Monthly link building allows for gradual growth.<\/li>\n
              • Regular analysis will help you avoid the risk of a link building penalty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Effective link building - Pro tips<\/h2>\n

                Link building is a great way to increase the credibility of your site, but it's not all about how you do it.<\/p>\n

                Over-optimised anchor texts can reduce organic rankings by up to 30% (Source: SEO Sherpa, 2025)<\/p>\n

                Practical tips for effective link building:<\/h3>\n
                  \n
                • Strive for the highest quality content.<\/li>\n
                • Only link to relevant websites.<\/li>\n
                • Use a variety of sources.<\/li>\n
                • Optimise the anchor text, but avoid excessive keyword density.<\/li>\n
                • Build dofollow links, but also have some nofollow links.<\/li>\n
                • Check your link profile regularly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Link building prices - How much does link building cost?<\/h2>\n

                  Link building is like long distance running: the results are visible in 3-6 months, but in the long run it brings stable traffic.<\/p>\n

                  The cost depends on the strength of the competitors, the number of topics you want to cover and the quality of the pages.<\/p>\n

                  The most common scheme is monthly link building, which allows for continuous development.<\/p>\n

                  Main influencing factors:<\/p>\n

                    \n
                  • Competitor link profile<\/li>\n
                  • The difficulty of targeting keywords<\/li>\n
                  • Quantity of topics to be linked<\/li>\n
                  • Quality of the domains used for link building<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                     <\/p>\n

                    Link-building prices in Hungary typically range from 15,000 to 50,000 HUF per link, while link-building packages range from 100,000 to 400,000 HUF per month. (Source: agency benchmarks)<\/p>\n

                    The cost of link building is therefore as follows:<\/p>\n

                      \n
                    • The price of link building is proportional to the quality of the domain.<\/li>\n
                    • Monthly link building is the most common because it is predictable and secure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Link building with HiData<\/h2>\n

                      Why is it worth it to have the HiData team do the link building?<\/p>\n

                      Our advantages:<\/h3>\n
                        \n
                      • High Domain Rating (credible, SEO-strong sites)<\/li>\n
                      • Real traffic, not \u201eshady\u201d domains<\/li>\n
                      • Favourable link building prices and good value for money<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        We believe in transparency:<\/h3>\n
                          \n
                        • We coordinate domains in advance.<\/li>\n
                        • We build exactly as many links as necessary.<\/li>\n
                        • If the site or content is not ready, let us know first - we won't start unnecessarily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                           <\/p>\n

                          Common link building questions<\/h2>\n

                          1. What is the purpose of link building?<\/p>\n

                          The aim of link building is to increase your site's credibility and organic ranking through links from other websites.<\/p>\n

                          2. How long does it take to get results from link building?<\/p>\n

                          Effects are usually seen in 3-6 months, with lasting results around 12 months (Source: Backlinko, 2023)<\/p>\n

                          3. What makes premium link building premium?<\/p>\n

                          From the fact that it only contains links from relevant, real traffic and strong domains.<\/p>\n

                          4. Can excessive link building be dangerous?<\/p>\n

                          Yes, if done too quickly or from irrelevant sites, link building can lead to a penalty.<\/p>\n

                          5. How much does link building cost?<\/p>\n

                          Link-building prices typically range from 15,000 to 50,000 Ft per link, but link-building packages billed monthly may be more affordable.<\/p>\n

                          6. What is the difference between a PR article and SEO link building?<\/p>\n

                          PR article link building is a brand building tool, while SEO link building focuses on ranking.<\/p>\n

                          7. When is it not worth link building?<\/p>\n

                          If the website has technical or content errors, these must be corrected first, otherwise the links will not be valid.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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