Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Backlynk and directory submission for SEO.
Getting Started
How does Backlynk submit to directories?
Backlynk uses an automated submission workflow to process directory forms, manage confirmations, complete email verification, and track every step. Each submission is processed through our reliable delivery infrastructure for consistent results.
How do I get started with Backlynk?
Create an account, add your website details (URL, name, description, category), choose a plan, and start submitting. You can let Backlynk auto-select the best directories for your site or manually browse and pick from our database of 200+ directories.
What information do I need to provide about my website?
You'll need your site URL, name, a short tagline, description (150-300 words works best), category, and optionally your contact email. We use this information to process directory submissions accurately.
Backlinks & SEO
Are directory backlinks safe for SEO?
Yes. Directory submissions to curated, quality directories are a well-established SEO practice used by professionals and agencies. We only submit to legitimate directories — never link farms or PBNs. Our database is regularly audited to maintain quality standards.
What is the difference between dofollow and nofollow links?
Dofollow links pass "link equity" (ranking power) to your website, directly helping your domain authority. Nofollow links don't pass link equity but still provide value through referral traffic, brand visibility, and a natural-looking link profile. A healthy backlink profile includes both types. Our database includes 200+ directories, the majority offering dofollow links.
How long does it take to see SEO results?
Most users see their first backlinks indexed by Google within 2-4 weeks. Meaningful domain authority improvements typically appear within 2-3 months. Results depend on your niche competitiveness, current domain authority, the number of submissions, and the DR (Domain Rating) of the directories you submit to.
What is Domain Rating (DR) and why does it matter?
Domain Rating is an Ahrefs metric (0-100) that measures the strength of a website's backlink profile. Higher DR directories pass more link equity to your site. Our database includes directories with DR scores ranging from 10 to 96. Higher-tier plans unlock access to higher-DR directories for maximum SEO impact.
Will this trigger a Google penalty?
Directory submissions to quality, curated directories are a standard SEO practice. We pace submissions with delays between each one and only target vetted directories. This is fundamentally different from link schemes like PBNs, link exchanges, or paid links on low-quality sites.
Features & Technical
What types of directories do you support?
We support 195 categories including general web directories, niche-specific directories (AI tools, SaaS, developer tools, finance, health, education), business directories, startup directories, and review platforms. Our database of 200+ directories is the largest curated collection available.
Can I choose which directories to submit to?
Yes. You can manually browse and select directories, filter by DR score, link type (dofollow/nofollow), category, or pricing tier. You can also let Backlynk recommend the best directories based on your site's category and your plan level.
Is the verification process automated?
Yes. Backlynk handles directory verification steps automatically as part of the submission workflow. No manual intervention needed — automated verification is included in all plans.
What happens if a submission fails?
Failed submissions are automatically retried up to 3 times with adjusted timing and approach. You can see detailed error logs in your dashboard and manually trigger resubmission for any failed entry.
Do you verify that backlinks are actually live?
Yes. Backlynk periodically checks submitted directories to verify your backlink is live and the correct link type (dofollow/nofollow). You can see the status of each backlink in your dashboard and get alerts if a backlink goes down.
Can I submit multiple websites?
Yes. The number of sites depends on your plan — Starter allows 1 site, Growth allows 3, Pro allows 5, and Agency allows up to 25. Each site gets its own dashboard, submission tracking, and backlink monitoring.
Pricing & Billing
How does pricing work?
Backlynk uses one-time pricing per site. You pay once and get lifetime access to submit your website to directories within your plan's DR range. There are no monthly fees or hidden charges. Plans range from $49 (Starter) to $399 (Agency).
What is the difference between the plans?
Plans differ in three ways: (1) number of sites you can manage, (2) maximum DR of directories you can access (Starter: DR 0-30, Growth: DR 0-55, Pro: DR 0-80, Agency: DR 0-96), and (3) features like API access, white-label reports, and team seats. See our pricing page for the full comparison.
Do you offer a refund?
Card and PayPal payments are refundable within 7 days of purchase if fewer than 10 submissions have been completed. Cryptocurrency payments are final and non-refundable due to the nature of blockchain transactions. See our full refund policy for details.
Can I upgrade my plan later?
Yes. You can upgrade anytime and only pay the difference between your current plan and the new one. Upgrades take effect immediately, unlocking higher-DR directories and additional features.
Security & Privacy
Is my data secure?
Yes. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest. We use JWT-based authentication, parameterized database queries to prevent SQL injection, and follow OWASP security best practices. We never share or sell your data to third parties.
Do you store my website credentials?
No. We only need your website's public information (URL, name, description, category) to submit to directories. We never ask for or store your hosting credentials, CMS passwords, or any sensitive account information.