Unsure about implementing an internal linking system? Or if you should use a “nofollow” or “sponsored” tag on a link? This resource sections is for you.
What are sponsored, nofollow and ugc links, and why use them?
Yoast Blog
Learn about the different types of link “rel” tags like nofollow and sponsored and when to use them.
Why You Should Denote Sponsored and Affilite Links
Top Hat Rank Blog
Why you need to properly mark sponsored and affiliate links to avoid Google penalties.
A reminder on qualifying links and our link spam update
Google Search Central
Learn about Google’s July 2021 spam-fighting change that they called the “link spam update”.
Are Nofollow Links A Google Ranking Factor?
Search Engine Journal
Is there any connection between nofollowed links and search rankings? Do nofollow links affect a site’s visibility in search?
What are internal links?
Moz
This guide on the basics of internal links is a great intro to the concept of how internal links are used to help establish site architecture.
Internal linking for SEO: Why and how?
Yoast Blog
Why internal links are important for SEO and how to use them properly.
Internal Links As A Ranking Factor: What You Need to Know
Search Engine Journal
Are internal links really a search rank factor? The team at SEJ investigated.
Opening Links in New Browser Windows and Tabs
Nielsen Norman Group
A guide on when to open links in a new tab or window.