
We all know that backlinks are one of the most important ranking signals. That is the reason why a good SEO strategy emphasizes quality link building. One of the most important sources for the quality backlink is your competitor. You can spy on your competitors and find out from where they are getting their links. In this blog post, we are listing the top six backlink checker tools to analyze your site and your competitors site.
Ahrefs
Ahrefs is one of the most helpful backlink checker tools we have. You can create a free account to determine various aspects of your backlinks such as:
● Total number of backlinks you currently have
● From where they are coming
● What anchor text is used
● And many others
If you are looking for further more detailed analysis, then go for the paid account and trace your progress over time.
SEMrush
This backlink checker tool can provide a lot of vital information. Just enter any URL, including backlinks, and get in-depth details. SEMrush gives you an option to track multiple competitor websites to get detailed data of the links. This tool gives a limited number of free searches, for more you need to go for a paid account.
Majestic
Majestic is another awesome backlink checker tool. If you want to explore your own site, you can do it with a free account. If you need further more detailed information on your site, you should opt for paid plans, which range from $49.99/month to $399.99/month.
Google Search Console
The Google Search Console is an important part of webmaster tools that Google offers. Open search console, and select “Search Traffic” section, and check out “Links to your site.” Using this tool you can know various things about the links, such as:
● Total links to your site
● The most linked account
● Sites that link your site the most
● Anchor text used, etc.
The only limitation of this tool is that you can only analyze links on your own site.
Backlink Watch
Do you want to keep an eye or spy on your competitors? Backlink Watch is the best tool to get your work done. It gives important information like:
● Total number of links
● Page rank
● The anchor text used
● And many others
The best part of this backlink checker tool is that it is completely free. You can use it as many times as you can.
Link Diagnosis
Link Diagnosis is another easy to use backlink checker tool. All you need to do is enter your URL and hit the start button to obtain the report for associated backlink details. The report will contain the below details:
● Unique backlinks
● Popular anchor text
● Page rank for all the backlinks, etc.