Should I explore the strategy of employing smaller websites to bolster the ranking of my primary site?

[rainmaker11]

Hello,

I hope you're all well and thriving in your respective endeavors. I come to you today with an intriguing question that has been on my mind: Should I explore the strategy of employing smaller websites to bolster the ranking of my primary site?

I'm eager to tap into your collective knowledge and experiences to gain a better understanding of this approach. Your insights are invaluable, and I'm excited to hear your perspectives.

 

[Freezinge]

That's actually a pretty clever idea you've got there – using smaller websites to boost your primary site's ranking. It's a strategy that can definitely work wonders if done right.

 

[hipcat]

hipcat

Yes, link wheels, PBNs and similar structures have been used for many years now as part of most SEO strategies. It's quite common.

 

[Marc van Leeuwen]

Hi Raninmaker,

Using smaller websites to boost the ranking of your primary site can be a viable strategy if executed wisely. However, it's essential to focus on quality over quantity. Ensure that the smaller websites you collaborate with are relevant to your niche and have credible, authoritative content. Guest posting, backlinks, or collaborations can be effective if the websites have genuine, valuable information for the readers. Avoid spammy or low-quality sites, as they can harm your primary site's reputation. Transparency and authenticity in your partnerships are key. Always prioritize providing value to the users, and consider how these collaborations align with your overall brand image and goals. It's a nuanced approach that, when done right, can positively impact your primary site's ranking and reputation.

I hope it helps!

 

[SitePerfector]

I am doing exactly that right now for one of my sites. I'm actually building a couple of directory-like sites around the subject, with links to many different related sites. Of course, my own website is featured everywhere Probably won't work in every niche.

 

[rainmaker11]

rainmaker11

That sounds like an interesting strategy! How have the directory-like sites influenced the traffic and ranking of your main website so far? Also, could you share more about how you ensure the content on these smaller sites remains relevant and valuable to your audience? I'm curious about the challenges you've faced and any lessons learned that could be applied across different niches.

 

[hipcat]

hipcat

Just be aware that the one big problem when building your OWN network of sites (as opposed to sites owned by other people) linking back to your main site is that, if they are all hosted on the same server IP through your own hosting account, then Google will detect this as manipulation and it will hurt more than help you.

It worked amazingly well years ago, and we all did it with great results dominating the SERPs, but you have to be far more careful these days.

 

[greenhostcloud]

Hello,

I hope you're all well and thriving in your respective endeavors. I come to you today with an intriguing question that has been on my mind: Should I explore the strategy of employing smaller websites to bolster the ranking of my primary site?

I'm eager to tap into your collective knowledge and experiences to gain a better understanding of this approach. Your insights are invaluable, and I'm excited to hear your perspectives.

It is a great idea to use smaller websites to create backlinks and drive traffic to your primary site. But, be careful to not use low-quality or spammy sites, as this could negatively impact your ranking.