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  • Gabriel171
    Gabriel171 Subscriber last edited by Nov 1, 2024, 8:35 PM

    I make the list of disavow links every week, plus they keep popping up. Does anyone know any techniques to remove them all at once ?

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    • ahmadorm
      ahmadorm last edited by Dec 2, 2024, 7:28 AM

      create a txt file with the domain name and date of the day you are submitting the file. sumbite it to the disavow backlink portion of the search console. and after some days your spamy links will be dasavowed. and your spam score will be decreased. i have used this trick for my own website socialwavehub.com and this trick worked for me. first apply then thanks to me later.

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      • anwarktk
        anwarktk @Smithso last edited by Dec 2, 2024, 6:09 AM

        @Smithso Use CAPTCHA or reCAPTCHA, install anti-spam plugins, and moderation of user submissions. Another important aspect is blocking known spam IPs and keeping the software up-to-date on your site.

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          anwarktk @Smithso last edited by Dec 2, 2024, 6:07 AM

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          • traveling3432
            traveling3432 last edited by Nov 16, 2024, 4:24 AM

            Hello, I’m struggling with removing SPAM from my website and would love some guidance. Despite taking a few measures, it keeps coming back, and I’m not sure what I might be missing. If anyone has experienced something similar or knows effective ways to tackle this issue, your insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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            • traveling3432
              traveling3432 last edited by Nov 15, 2024, 11:04 AM

              I'm facing difficulties in keeping SPAM off my website. Despite trying various methods, the issue persists, and I can't seem to find an effective solution. The SPAM is affecting user experience and site functionality. I'm looking for insights or proven strategies that others have used to handle this problem. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

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              • traveling3432
                traveling3432 last edited by Nov 11, 2024, 10:56 AM

                I'm having trouble removing SPAM from my website. Despite taking several steps, the SPAM continues to appear, and I'm unsure how to effectively eliminate it. Any advice or suggestions on how to clean up my website and prevent future SPAM would be greatly appreciated!

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                • Mudasir_Qayyum01
                  Mudasir_Qayyum01 last edited by Nov 10, 2024, 8:07 PM

                  To effectively remove spam from your site, start by identifying and eliminating any spammy user-generated content, comments, or forum posts. Use plugins or tools like Akismet or CAPTCHA for filtering and blocking automated spam. Regularly review your site’s backlinks and disavow any spammy or irrelevant ones through Google Disavow tool to protect your SEO. For added protection, ensure your site’s security is up-to-date to prevent spam injections from vulnerabilities. Consistent monitoring and these preventive measures will help keep your site spam-free.

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                  • sarahwalsh
                    sarahwalsh last edited by Nov 8, 2024, 6:21 PM

                    If your website has spam links or content, you need to talk to a good web designer/SEO consultant straightaway, you dont want to get a Google penalty, such as link penalty, and then be removed from Google.

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                    • Smithso
                      Smithso last edited by Nov 8, 2024, 6:12 AM

                      If you've noticed a decrease in your website's Domain Authority (DA), it could be due to several factors. First, hosting pirated or modified APKs, like modded versions of popular games, can attract penalties from search engines, especially if the content violates copyright or terms of service. This can lead to lower rankings, reduced backlink quality, and ultimately, a drop in DA. Additionally, if your site relies heavily on such content without offering original or valuable information, it may be seen as lower quality by search engines, further impacting its authority. Ensuring your site adheres to SEO best practices, provides unique value, and avoids risky content can help stabilize and improve DA over time.

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                      • Smithso
                        Smithso last edited by Nov 8, 2024, 6:12 AM

                        If you've noticed a decrease in your website's Domain Authority (DA), it could be due to several factors. First, hosting pirated or modified APKs, like modded versions of popular games, can attract penalties from search engines, especially if the content violates copyright or terms of service. This can lead to lower rankings, reduced backlink quality, and ultimately, a drop in DA. Additionally, if your site relies heavily on such content without offering original or valuable information, it may be seen as lower quality by search engines, further impacting its authority. Ensuring your site adheres to SEO best practices, provides unique value, and avoids risky content can help stabilize and improve DA over time.

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