Real seo agancy
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- Sep 5, 2026
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I still prefer relevance over metrics. A site with moderate DA/DR but genuine traffic and a strong connection to the niche can be more useful than a high-metric general site.
Does it still matter when selecting backlinks.
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ShadowCrest92
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- Jul 20, 2026
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check the site's old content too. if it suddenly starts posting unrelated stuff, you should be careful with that link.
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Yes, DA/DR still have some value as quick screening metrics, but I wouldn't make them the deciding factor.
I'd generally prefer a relevant site with real organic traffic and a clean backlink profile over an unrelated high-DR site. I’d check:
Relevance → real traffic → topical authority → link placement → backlink profile → DR/DA.
jofraarchaar
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- Aug 13, 2026
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Yes, both would be perfect but only if the budget permits it. This way, you can take advantage of the strengths of both approaches and need not solely depend on one.
jofraarchaar
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- Aug 13, 2026
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Yeah, me too. It is helpful as an initial filter, but I would be more concerned about the relevance of topics, traffic, and quality of the backlinks of the website.
100%. DR is simply a vanity metric that can be manipulated through spammy redirects anyway. Organic traffic movement and relevance to niche will always be more valuable than an inflated third-party score.
SeobyDravix
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- Sep 11, 2026
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Domain metrics like DR and DA matter much less today because they are easily manipulated with artificial link networks.Based on my experience auditing client portfolios, choosing a lower metric site with genuine topical relevance and organic traffic is always the safer choice.Focus on audience alignment and real traffic trends rather than vanity numbers to keep your strategy effective..
Link Building Pro
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- Sep 8, 2026
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relevance over metrics for me, would rather have a lower DR site in my exact niche than a high DR generic site with zero topical connection
mypearcanada
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- Jan 24, 2024
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same here relevant link from a trusted site even if the metrics are low. high dr or da doesnt mean much me when site has nothing to do with the niche