A Linkwheel Question

PromoDirect · Share | #1 (**permalink**) 02-29-2012, 02:34 AM

Is Linkwheel a software or a service? or is it just a methodology of performing off page activities for your websites?

vishal_vivek · #2 (**permalink**) 02-29-2012, 05:02 AM

A link wheel is created to make robust links for a site It is an off page activity. Read this
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What is a Link Wheel : How to Create a Link Wheel

Dreamrage · #3 (**permalink**) 02-29-2012, 12:22 PM

I'd be careful about making those.

. Link wheels are frowned upon and can do serious damage if big G finds them. It kinda violates their TOS because it manipulates link building. It needs to be organic all the way for them to be happy.

deucegmarketing · #4 (**permalink**) 02-29-2012, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Dreamrage

I'd be careful about making those.

. Link wheels are frowned upon and can do serious damage if big G finds them. It kinda violates their TOS because it manipulates link building. It needs to be organic all the way for them to be happy.

I agree here. I make custom Linkwheels that are very effective and have been doing it for many months without any penalties because my method isn't as 'blackhat' or 'greyhat' as the normal linkwheels are.

zohail · #5 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 03:13 AM

It's not a software but it's a technique that is use for making high-quality backlinks.

C.Rebecca · #6 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 05:24 AM

A link wheel is a system of websites that point to each other in an attempt to improve rankings in Google’s organic search. The promoted site resides at the center of the link wheel. All other sites (spokes) link back to the promoted site.

When you link multiple authority sites to each other and they are all linking out to your site, guess what... the search engines become happy and they you share a little of that authority!

To make the most of Google linkwheel, you must:
- Create unique and valuable content that begs to be linked to.
- Monitor which content on your blog or site has performed well.
- Search Google for the best wheel spokes to get links from.
- Email the controllers of the spokes and inform them your content exists and ask for a link.

P.S - There are, however, mixed opinions over the legitimacy of this technique in the eyes of search engines.

Pandora SEO Services · #7 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Dreamrage

I'd be careful about making those.

. Link wheels are frowned upon and can do serious damage if big G finds them. It kinda violates their TOS because it manipulates link building. It needs to be organic all the way for them to be happy.

While its true that linkwheel are often considered blackhat, it is interesting that you mention that it violates Google's TOS because it manipulates link building.

All link building is technically against Google's TOS whether its you posting a link to a new post on your blog on Twitter, or posting your homepage on a forum profile. In fact the only natural organic method of website promotion would be to set up your site and hope (pray) someone stumble across it then decides to link to you.

As for linkwheels they are still extremely effective, however after Panda it is now important to spend more time on them making sure all content is unique and links to each other in a random fashion rather than the traditional wheel format.

Dreamrage · #8 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Pandora SEO Services

While its true that linkwheel are often considered blackhat, it is interesting that you mention that it violates Google's TOS because it manipulates link building.

All link building is technically against Google's TOS whether its you posting a link to a new post on your blog on Twitter, or posting your homepage on a forum profile. In fact the only natural organic method of website promotion would be to set up your site and hope (pray) someone stumble across it then decides to link to you.

As for linkwheels they are still extremely effective, however after Panda it is now important to spend more time on them making sure all content is unique and links to each other in a random fashion rather than the traditional wheel format.

Not really. They are lenient to certain techniques, even paid links. Where all link building might be manipulating, these schemes such as link wheels, link pyramids etc. are a bigger problem. I have seen many link builders warn against pointing link wheels directly to money sites as it can hurt that site. I don't use those techniques, i only know what I read on forums, and with that, can then form my own opinions. Which is what I add here to posts. Its not for me to tell someone what to do or not do, but merely give them information I have read about so they can make up their own minds.

Pandora SEO Services · #9 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 09:22 AM

Sorry if I seemed over aggressive that was not my intention.

Linkwheels can be dangerous, especially if the same content is reused in every spoke, that is why it is important to use quality unique content in all aspects of the linkwheel, then you are providing information improving the users experience and gaining valuable links as well.

Aarik · #10 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 09:52 AM

So, whats the final gesture here ? is or isn't I create link wheel ??

Dreamrage · #11 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 11:56 AM

The final decision would be yours.

StevenPayales · #12 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 04:09 PM

Here's how I do my wheel:

8-10 top social web 2.0 blogs with unique/original articles each.
1st week posting to 5 blogs
2nd week posting to 5 blogs again
The following week connect the first 5 blogs and then the next week the other 5..

That's it

Make it sure that the contents are all original..not spinned articles.

searchbliss · #13 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Dreamrage

I'd be careful about making those.

. Link wheels are frowned upon and can do serious damage if big G finds them. It kinda violates their TOS because it manipulates link building. It needs to be organic all the way for them to be happy.

And if they're organic, then it's not a link wheel. I agree with the rest though. Google isn't stupid.

Aarik · #14 (**permalink**) 03-01-2012, 08:00 PM

ok. i learned my lesson. I have to create organic article not spinning article.

PromoDirect · #15 (**permalink**) 03-02-2012, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Pandora SEO Services

While its true that linkwheel are often considered blackhat, it is interesting that you mention that it violates Google's TOS because it manipulates link building.

All link building is technically against Google's TOS whether its you posting a link to a new post on your blog on Twitter, or posting your homepage on a forum profile. In fact the only natural organic method of website promotion would be to set up your site and hope (pray) someone stumble across it then decides to link to you.

Firstly I would like to say that this is a brilliant way to make backlinks. It basically multiplies your presence and at the same time prevents your website from getting identified as spam.

But I disagree to your statement that, when you say that we must hope and pray for someone to stumble and link to your site.

Link building is nothing more than an advertising. Its just a different way of advertising, every business has a right to advertise their product and service. I agree that Google has their TOS and guidelines, but Google doesn't owns the entire internet.

Dreamrage · #16 (**permalink**) 03-02-2012, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by PromoDirect

I agree that Google has their TOS and guidelines, but Google doesn't owns the entire internet.

But they do have the power to take your site down, or worse. They may not be the only one, but they are one of the most important ones, and with so many relying on Google for searches, it could be a lot of potential clients you're going to be missing out on if they put your site on ice.

(as always, IMHO)