If you’ve been grinding at SEO for your business, you already know one thing: backlinks = power. But not just any backlinks — high DR (Domain Rating) ones.
Here’s a little-known trick that lets you grab a 90+ DR backlink directly from Google for free.
⚠️ Disclaimer before we start: This method is a bit on the “spammy” side if you apply it directly. But don’t worry — I’ll show you how to use it the right way so it actually boosts your rankings instead of harming them.
Step 1: Get the Google Redirect Link
Google Maps has a redirect link structure that looks like this:
https://maps.google.co.id/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fasbestosremovalcolumbus.com%2F
The “q=” part is the target URL.
Step 2: Swap in Your Own Website
Remove that existing target URL and replace it with your own website link.
Boom 💥 — now you technically have a Google backlink pointing to your site.
Step 3: Don’t Point It Directly to Your Site
Here’s the catch: while this looks powerful, using this kind of link directly can look spammy to Google’s algorithm.
So what’s the smart play?
👉 Buffer the link through guest posts or niche edits.
That means you insert this Google redirect backlink inside a guest post article or a niche edit placement (like an existing blog that allows edits). This way:
- You get the authority of Google’s DR 90+ link,
- But you keep your backlink profile looking clean and natural.
Why This Works
Google trusts its own properties. When you leverage a redirect link wrapped inside a natural guest post, you’re essentially piggybacking on Google’s trust signals.
Done right, this can:
- Increase your domain authority,
- Push your keywords up in local rankings,
- And give your SEO campaign that extra boost.
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Not really. Domain Rating (DR) is an Ahrefs metric (or similar tools), and Google itself (as a domain) doesn’t provide external backlinks in a way that counts as a high-DR backlink for SEO. What you can do is use Google-owned services (e.g., Google Sites, Google My Business, Google Docs/Drive) to host content with links, but many of those are nofollow or have weak link equity. So expecting a strong-DR benefit purely from “Google” sources is usually unrealistic.
DR stands for Domain Rating (Ahrefs); it indicates how strong a domain’s backlink profile is (0-100 scale). A DR of 90+ means the domain is very authoritative. Backlinks from such domains are seen as more valuable for SEO, because they are more likely to confer trust, authority, and link “juice.”
Several risks:
Getting penalized by Google if the backlinks are from spammy or irrelevant sites.
Over-optimized anchor text (i.e. always using exact keywords) can look manipulative.
Link velocity being unnatural (too many too fast) might trigger suspicion.
Here are several:
Join reputable directories or sites that allow free listings with high authority (if niche relevant).
Use HARO (“Help A Reporter Out”) to respond to journalists; they may include backlinks in articles.
Publish original research, case studies, or linkable assets (tools, data reports) that others want to reference.
Leverage guest posting on high-authority, relevant blogs.
Use social bookmarking or high-authority bookmarking services (but check whether links are dofollow).
Yes. Clutch.co is cited in guides about how to get a free backlink from Clutch.co with DR ~90 by joining and getting listed. This method is generally safe if done properly (i.e. filling in legitimate business info, ensuring relevance). Listing in directories like Clutch is a recognized strategy. Just be sure the directory is reputable, avoids spammy content, and you follow best practices (relevant, clean anchor text, etc.).
Usually no. Offers or tools that promise instant DR 90+ backlinks for free tend to either be misleading, risky, or low-value (nofollow links, not indexed, or from low-traffic or irrelevant sites). High authority sites are protective of their link equity. Real, safe backlinks from DR 90+ domains often take time, legitimate content or business credentials, and often some outreach. Cheap or “shortcut” offers can hurt more than help.
Some signals to monitor:
Check your traffic / rankings after acquiring the backlink (does the keyword/page improve?)
Use tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush to see whether the referring domain is relevant, has spam or low quality.
Ensure the anchor text is natural (not keyword-stuffed).
See if your backlink profile is too heavy in one type of link (e.g. many from same domain, too many exact-match anchors).
If you find toxic or spammy links, disavow them.
Gulfam Qamar is a seasoned Local SEO expert with a proven track record of helping businesses boost their online visibility and dominate local search results. With deep expertise in Google Business Profiles, on-page optimization, and local citation strategies, Gulfam helps brands connect with nearby customers and grow sustainably. When he’s not optimizing websites, he’s sharing actionable SEO tips and insights to empower small businesses in the digital space.
