Link Monitoring: What to Check After a Placement Goes Live
Monitor acquired links so you know when pages disappear, URLs change, attributes are modified, or important placements stop meeting expectations.
Verify immediately
Check final URL, target, anchor, rel attribute, indexability, and article accuracy.
Schedule checks
High-value placements deserve periodic review. A simple monthly or quarterly check can catch removals and redirects.
Watch the source page
A live link on a deindexed, redirected, or heavily changed page may no longer represent the placement you bought.
Keep evidence
Store publication screenshots or exported records where appropriate, along with dates and terms, especially for paid campaigns.
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