Skip to content
    Moz logo Menu open Menu close
    • Products
      • Moz Pro
      • Moz Pro Home
      • Moz Local
      • Moz Local Home
      • STAT
      • Moz API
      • Moz API Home
      • Compare SEO Products
      • Moz Data
    • Free SEO Tools
      • Domain Analysis
      • Keyword Explorer
      • Link Explorer
      • Competitive Research
      • MozBar
      • More Free SEO Tools
    • Learn SEO
      • Beginner's Guide to SEO
      • SEO Learning Center
      • Moz Academy
      • SEO Q&A
      • Webinars, Whitepapers, & Guides
    • Blog
    • Why Moz
      • Digital Marketers
      • Agency Solutions
      • Enterprise Solutions
      • Small Business Solutions
      • The Moz Story
      • New Releases
    • Log in
    • Log out
    • Products
      • Moz Pro

        Your all-in-one suite of SEO essentials.

      • Moz Local

        Raise your local SEO visibility with complete local SEO management.

      • STAT

        SERP tracking and analytics for enterprise SEO experts.

      • Moz API

        Power your SEO with our index of over 44 trillion links.

      • Compare SEO Products

        See which Moz SEO solution best meets your business needs.

      • Moz Data

        Power your SEO strategy & AI models with custom data solutions.

      NEW Keyword Suggestions by Topic
      Moz Pro

      NEW Keyword Suggestions by Topic

      Learn more
    • Free SEO Tools
      • Domain Analysis

        Get top competitive SEO metrics like DA, top pages and more.

      • Keyword Explorer

        Find traffic-driving keywords with our 1.25 billion+ keyword index.

      • Link Explorer

        Explore over 40 trillion links for powerful backlink data.

      • Competitive Research

        Uncover valuable insights on your organic search competitors.

      • MozBar

        See top SEO metrics for free as you browse the web.

      • More Free SEO Tools

        Explore all the free SEO tools Moz has to offer.

      NEW Keyword Suggestions by Topic
      Moz Pro

      NEW Keyword Suggestions by Topic

      Learn more
    • Learn SEO
      • Beginner's Guide to SEO

        The #1 most popular introduction to SEO, trusted by millions.

      • SEO Learning Center

        Broaden your knowledge with SEO resources for all skill levels.

      • On-Demand Webinars

        Learn modern SEO best practices from industry experts.

      • How-To Guides

        Step-by-step guides to search success from the authority on SEO.

      • Moz Academy

        Upskill and get certified with on-demand courses & certifications.

      • MozCon

        Save on Early Bird tickets and join us in London or New York City

      Unlock flexible pricing & new endpoints
      Moz API

      Unlock flexible pricing & new endpoints

      Find your plan
    • Blog
    • Why Moz
      • Digital Marketers

        Simplify SEO tasks to save time and grow your traffic.

      • Small Business Solutions

        Uncover insights to make smarter marketing decisions in less time.

      • Agency Solutions

        Earn & keep valuable clients with unparalleled data & insights.

      • Enterprise Solutions

        Gain a competitive edge in the ever-changing world of search.

      • The Moz Story

        Moz was the first & remains the most trusted SEO company.

      • New Releases

        Get the scoop on the latest and greatest from Moz.

      Surface actionable competitive intel
      New Feature

      Surface actionable competitive intel

      Learn More
    • Log in
      • Moz Pro
      • Moz Local
      • Moz Local Dashboard
      • Moz API
      • Moz API Dashboard
      • Moz Academy
    • Avatar
      • Moz Home
      • Notifications
      • Account & Billing
      • Manage Users
      • Community Profile
      • My Q&A
      • My Videos
      • Log Out

    The Moz Q&A Forum

    • Forum
    • Questions
    • Users
    • Ask the Community

    Welcome to the Q&A Forum

    Browse the forum for helpful insights and fresh discussions about all things SEO.

    1. Home
    2. SEO Tactics
    3. Link Building
    4. How i can Reduce Spam score of my website

    Moz Q&A is closed.

    After more than 13 years, and tens of thousands of questions, Moz Q&A closed on 12th December 2024. Whilst we’re not completely removing the content - many posts will still be possible to view - we have locked both new posts and new replies. More details here.

    How i can Reduce Spam score of my website

    Link Building
    link building spam score spam backlinks
    5
    8
    557
    Loading More Posts
    • Oldest to Newest
    • Newest to Oldest
    • Most Votes
    Reply
    • Reply as question
    Log in to reply
    This topic has been deleted. Only users with question management privileges can see it.
    • Faizali.786
      Faizali.786 Subscriber last edited by

      Hi everyone,

      I'm reaching out to the community for some advice on improving my website's spam score. I've been using the Moz Spam Score Checker and my website, sngplbill.pk, currently has a score of 7%. While this isn't exceptionally high, I'd like to take steps to bring it down as low as possible, ideally under 1%.

      One factor I've identified that might be contributing to this score is a number of backlinks pointing to my site has a much higher spam score (over 80%). (screenshot attached)sngplbillscore

      I'm wondering if the community has any recommendations for how to address this situation. Here are some specific questions I have:

      Does disavowing the backlinks from spamy site seem like the best course of action?
      Are there any other potential reasons why my website might have a spam score, even with these backlinks?
      What general strategies can I implement to improve my website's overall SEO health and reduce its spam score?
      Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

      1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
      • mattygoforit
        mattygoforit @Faizali.786 last edited by

        @Faizali-786 I'm glad you figured it out. This is a common reason for a high spam score, I've seen it several times. With some patience, you should see the improvement soon.

        1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
        • Faizali.786
          Faizali.786 Subscriber @CMGL last edited by

          @CMGL I found that the major factor that is increasing my website spam score is getting some links from high spam score website. i have disowed them. now i hope it will reduced to significat level

          mattygoforit 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
          • Faizali.786
            Faizali.786 Subscriber @Hania_Sheikh12 last edited by

            @Hania_Sheikh12, Thanks for sharing this, Hania_Sheikh12! Especially appreciate the details about reviewing common spam signals and how you tackled them on ssgc duplicate bill. Following those steps can be really helpful for anyone facing a high spam score.

            I am also working on to reducing spam score of my website by focusing on high-quality content and a clean backlink profile. Did you find any particular tools helpful for auditing backlinks?

            1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
            • Faizali.786
              Faizali.786 Subscriber @sarahwalsh last edited by

              @sarahwalsh Any suggestion to reduce spam score?

              1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
              • Hania_Sheikh12
                Hania_Sheikh12 last edited by

                I recently worked on reducing the spam score of my website, themepcobill.com, and I'd like to share my experience and the steps that worked for me:

                Review Spam Score Factors: I began by understanding the 27 different signals Moz uses to determine a site's spam score. Although specific signals triggered on my site weren't directly shown, I evaluated common spam characteristics against my site, such as having a low number of pages and lacking HTTPS​ (Moz)​​ (Moz)​.

                Improve Content Quality: I ensured my site had high-quality, original content. I avoided thin content and duplicate pages. Adding a comprehensive and well-maintained blog or resource section significantly helped improve content quality and provided more pages for crawlers to index.

                Enhance Site Security: Switching to HTTPS was a critical step. Since HTTPS is a trust signal, ensuring my site used it helped reduce the spam score. Sites without HTTPS are often correlated with spammy sites​ (Moz)​.

                Audit and Clean Backlinks: Although the spam score is not directly about the backlink profile, maintaining a clean and reputable backlink profile helped my overall SEO. I used tools to audit my backlinks and disavowed any that were harmful or irrelevant.

                Fix Technical SEO Issues: Regular audits for technical SEO issues like broken links, missing meta tags, and slow page load speeds were crucial. I used tools like Moz’s Site Crawl to identify and fix these issues​ (Moz)​.

                Increase Engagement: Improving user engagement metrics like time on site and bounce rate was another important step. Engaging content, a user-friendly design, and clear navigation helped retain visitors and reduce the spam score.

                Setting up a Moz Pro Campaign was particularly useful. It allowed me to analyze specific issues related to my spam score and provided insights on how to improve it​ (Moz)​​ (Moz)​.

                By systematically addressing these areas, I successfully reduced the spam score of themepcobill.com and improved its overall SEO health. If you're facing similar issues, I recommend starting with these steps.

                Faizali.786 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                • sarahwalsh
                  sarahwalsh last edited by

                  Yes, at our seo company, we find that the websites that have duplicated text, spam links, or content written by A.I tend to have a very high spam score

                  Faizali.786 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                  • CMGL
                    CMGL last edited by

                    Reducing the spam score of your website involves several steps to improve its overall trustworthiness and credibility in the eyes of search engines. Here are some strategies to help you lower your website's spam score:

                    1. Identify Low-Quality Links:
                      Use tools like MozBar or Google Search Console to identify low-quality or spammy backlinks pointing to your site.
                      Evaluate the relevance and authority of the linking domains.
                      Disavow or remove toxic backlinks using Google's Disavow Tool or by reaching out to webmasters requesting link removal.
                    2. Improve Content Quality:
                      Create high-quality, original, and valuable content that provides genuine value to users.
                      Avoid keyword stuffing, thin content, and content duplication.
                      Ensure your content is well-researched, well-written, and provides comprehensive information on the topics you cover.
                    3. Enhance On-Page SEO:
                      Optimize your website's on-page elements such as meta tags, headings, and image alt attributes.
                      Ensure proper keyword usage without over-optimization.
                      Improve page load speed and user experience by optimizing images, enabling caching, and minimizing server response time.
                    4. Increase Website Security:
                      Ensure your website is secure by using HTTPS encryption.
                      Regularly update your website's software, plugins, and themes to patch security vulnerabilities.
                      Implement security measures such as firewalls, malware scanning, and secure login procedures.
                    5. Monitor Social Signals:
                      Build a strong social media presence and engage with your audience on relevant platforms.
                      Monitor social signals such as shares, likes, and comments to gauge user engagement and trustworthiness.
                    6. Verify Business Information:
                      Ensure that your website's contact information, including name, address, and phone number (NAP), is accurate and consistent across all online platforms.
                      Claim and verify your business listings on Google My Business, Yelp, and other relevant directories.
                    7. Disavow Toxic Backlinks:
                      Use Google's Disavow Tool to submit a list of low-quality or spammy backlinks that you want to disassociate from your website.
                      Regularly review and update your disavow file to maintain a clean backlink profile.
                    8. Monitor and Maintain:
                      Regularly monitor your website's spam score using tools like Moz's Link Explorer or SEMrush.
                      Continuously audit and optimize your website's SEO practices to maintain a healthy spam score over time.
                      By implementing these strategies consistently, you can gradually reduce your website's spam score and improve its overall reputation and trustworthiness in the eyes of search engines.
                    Faizali.786 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                    • 1 / 1
                    • First post
                      Last post

                    Got a burning SEO question?

                    Subscribe to Moz Pro to gain full access to Q&A, answer questions, and ask your own.


                    Start my free trial


                    Browse Questions

                    Explore more categories

                    • Moz Tools

                      Chat with the community about the Moz tools.

                    • SEO Tactics

                      Discuss the SEO process with fellow marketers

                    • Community

                      Discuss industry events, jobs, and news!

                    • Digital Marketing

                      Chat about tactics outside of SEO

                    • Research & Trends

                      Dive into research and trends in the search industry.

                    • Support

                      Connect on product support and feature requests.

                    • See all categories

                    Related Questions

                    • Ibrahim-Khuzam

                      What are the best link-building strategies for 2024, considering Google's evolving algorithms?

                      link building

                      Link-building remains a crucial part of SEO, but with Google's algorithms constantly evolving, many traditional techniques are becoming less effective. I'm interested in learning about the latest link-building strategies that are expected to be successful in 2024. What approaches or tools should we focus on to ensure our efforts align with Google's current best practices and avoid potential penalties?

                      Link Building | | Ibrahim-Khuzam
                      0
                    • JCN-SBWD

                      Is it worth buying an entry on Wikipedia-type sites?

                      link building content marketing wikipedia

                      Recently I've come across a few websites offering (for a fee) to research, write and publish an entry on the likes of Wikipedia, Citizendium or Wikitia - I thought this might be helpful when it comes to marketing and link building for a brand or individual. Purchasing guest blog posts is a standard way to obtain a high domain authority in-context backlink, but I wondered if purchasing an entry on one of these human edited encyclopedias would be as effective, better or not worth the money? It costs quite a bit more than guest posting and blog outreach, but on the other hand they are authoritative websites that also include backlinks. Any thoughts would be most welcome.

                      SEO Tactics | | JCN-SBWD
                      0
                    • LEESANGHOON

                      Unsolved This is an upload file to block spam backlinks.

                      spam backlinks

                      This is an upload file to block spam backlinks.
                      https://search.google.com/search-console/disavow-links
                      I want to know if I submitted the file correctly and how long it will take

                      Moz Tools | | LEESANGHOON
                      1
                    • Lorraine.es

                      Unsolved Links to my website are wrong

                      domain authority link building link building whitehat

                      Hi, I have launch a new website, lorraine on october of 2021 and I have added it to a bunch a local and national directories to improme it local rankings. But when I get the domain authority and link data from MOZ it has only ten links and no one of them is from local/national directories. I have three questions: Do you know if it is normal that after 9 months DA is 1? Is there any problem with local/national directory links? I dont like buy links like others do but it seems the only way to improve domain authority and rankings.

                      Link Explorer | | Lorraine.es
                      1
                    • David5675

                      Can Foreign Language Backlinks Be Valuable?

                      backlinks link building

                      I've done a lot of searching on this subject, but I keep seeing conflicting answers. Are backlinks from foreign language websites valuable? For example, a travel website in English picks up a couple backlinks in Indonesian language (and other languages) from foreign sites that have a DA of 60-70 or higher. The topic is partially related, but the language is totally different. Would those links still be valuable for the English website's DA? Has this ever been answered conclusively? Thanks

                      Link Building | | David5675
                      1
                    • JIMBO16

                      Back link from site with DA of 72 to a website domain. Clicking on the link redirects to our website not the attended one.

                      Hi,
                      I've ran a back link check and discovered a good back link to a site which then gets redirected back to my company's website. I have a feeling that an old SEO agency has purchased a small website which has a decent link back from a relevant organisation with a high Domain authority and then redirects the domain to our website to get the link juice. What are your thought on this? Is this really bad practise and possibly damaging? Thanks, Jim

                      Link Building | | JIMBO16
                      0
                    • Scratch_MM

                      What tool can be used to provide a list of links on a website that points to other websites?

                      For example: On a website there are items in the news listing that point to articles about a company that appear on online news sites; items that point to collateral hosted by vendors we use, etc. What tool can be used to provide a list of these links?

                      Link Building | | Scratch_MM
                      0
                    • teconsite.com

                      Asking other websites to link your website when the want to be in your directory

                      Hello, We have 3 web directories, and I wonder if it is legal for search engines to ask people who want to be in the directory to link to a particular website in order to be in our directory. I mean, it is free adding the url in the directory but if they lwant to be in the directory they have to ink to a website we have decided.
                      Is this correct, or is punishable? Thanks!

                      Link Building | | teconsite.com
                      0

                    Get started with Moz Pro!

                    Unlock the power of advanced SEO tools and data-driven insights.

                    Start my free trial
                    Products
                    • Moz Pro
                    • Moz Local
                    • Moz API
                    • Moz Data
                    • STAT
                    • Product Updates
                    Moz Solutions
                    • SMB Solutions
                    • Agency Solutions
                    • Enterprise Solutions
                    Free SEO Tools
                    • Domain Authority Checker
                    • Link Explorer
                    • Keyword Explorer
                    • Competitive Research
                    • Brand Authority Checker
                    • Local Citation Checker
                    • MozBar Extension
                    • MozCast
                    Resources
                    • Blog
                    • SEO Learning Center
                    • Help Hub
                    • Beginner's Guide to SEO
                    • How-to Guides
                    • Moz Academy
                    • API Docs
                    About Moz
                    • About
                    • Team
                    • Careers
                    • Contact
                    Why Moz
                    • Case Studies
                    • Testimonials
                    Get Involved
                    • Become an Affiliate
                    • MozCon
                    • Webinars
                    • Practical Marketer Series
                    • MozPod
                    Connect with us

                    Contact the Help team

                    Join our newsletter
                    Moz logo
                    © 2021 - 2025 SEOMoz, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. All rights reserved. Moz is a registered trademark of SEOMoz, Inc.
                    • Accessibility
                    • Terms of Use
                    • Privacy

                    Looks like your connection to Moz was lost, please wait while we try to reconnect.