How to Add a Backlink to My Custom Website on WordPress.com?

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    ricepuritystest · Member ·

    I have a custom website (not hosted on WordPress.com) and would like to add a backlink to it from a post or page on my WordPress.com site. Could someone guide me on how to do this properly? I want to ensure the link is functional and follows WordPress.com guidelines.
    Website url: https://ricepuritystest.com/

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    jessicaandrews257 · Member ·

    To add a backlink to your custom website from a post or page on your WordPress.com site, follow these steps:

    1. Log in to Your WordPress.com Account:
    2. Create or Edit a Post/Page:
      • Navigate to the Posts or Pages section from your dashboard.
      • Click Add New to create a new post/page or click on an existing one to edit it.
    3. Insert the Link:
      • In the post editor, highlight the text you want to turn into a hyperlink.
      • Click on the link icon in the toolbar (it looks like a chain link).
      • In the pop-up box, paste the URL of your custom website: https://ricepuritystest.com/.
      • Click Apply.
    4. Ensure It’s a Functional Link:
      • Double-check that the link is correctly inserted and functional by clicking on the hyperlink while editing. It should redirect to your custom website.
      • Optionally, you can set the link to open in a new tab by clicking on the gear icon next to the link and enabling the “Open in new tab” option.
    5. Publish or Update:
      • Once you’re satisfied with your post or page, click Publish (for a new post) or Update (for an edited post).

    Additional Tips:

    • Anchor Text: Choose relevant, descriptive anchor text that informs the reader what the link is about. Avoid generic text like “click here.”
    • No Follow Option: WordPress.com may automatically add the “nofollow” attribute to external links. This is to prevent passing SEO value from your WordPress.com site to external sites, but you can check if it’s necessary for your case.
    • Follow WordPress.com Guidelines: Make sure the linked content complies with WordPress.com’s Terms of Service. Avoid linking to spammy or harmful sites.
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    faisalahammad · Member ·

    Hi there,

    I recommend completing the basic SEO course from WordPress.com using the following link. This will help you understand how to add do-follow or no-follow backlinks between websites.

    https://wordpress.com/learn/courses/intro-to-seo/

    Regards
    Faisal

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