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Sazzadur R.

Sunamganj, Bangladesh

$5/hr
5.0
74 jobs

โœ…Not getting organic traffic to your website. SEO Is The Best Way To Get Organic Traffic from Google And Other Search Engines.โœ… ๐Ÿ’Hello My Friend, ๐Ÿ—จ๏ธI Am Sazzadur Rahman. I'm a search engine optimization (SEO) specialist with a passion for helping businesses get found online. I believe that everyone deserves to have a strong online presence, and I use my skills to make that happen. I'm always up-to-date on the latest SEO trends and algorithms, and I'm always looking for new ways to improve my skills. I'm also a member of several SEO associations and communities, where I share my knowledge and learn from others. โ˜‘๏ธI Am an Expert At: โœ…On-Page SEOโœ… ๐Ÿ”นTitle Tag Optimization ๐Ÿ”นHeading tag ๐Ÿ”นMeta Description ๐Ÿ”นUrl optimization ๐Ÿ”นImage Alt Text Optimization ๐Ÿ”นKeyword Placement ๐Ÿ”นContent Optimization ๐Ÿ”นStructured Markup/Schema Markup ๐Ÿ”นInternal Linking ๐Ÿ”นExternal Linking AI SEO (GEO & LLMO) I optimize content and site structure so generative engines and LLMs pick your pages as trusted, cited sourcesโ€”boosting visibility in AI Overviews and chat-style answers. โ˜‘๏ธGEO โ€” Generative Engine Optimization (skills)โ˜‘๏ธ ๐Ÿ”บTopic & entity mapping for AI answers ๐Ÿ”บContent patterns for AI Overviews / chat results ๐Ÿ”บClean JSON-LD schema (FAQ/HowTo/Product/Org) ๐Ÿ”บCitation-ready formatting & source transparency ๐Ÿ”บE-E-A-T signals (author, about, references) โ˜‘๏ธLLMO โ€” Large Language Model Optimization (skills)โ˜‘๏ธ ๐Ÿ”ทRAG-ready content: chunking, titles, metadata ๐Ÿ”ทInternal linking & knowledge graph structure ๐Ÿ”ทCanonicals/duplicates handled for clean ingestion ๐Ÿ”ทEvaluation of answer coverage & grounding ๐Ÿ”ทContent refreshes guided by LLM query intents โ˜‘๏ธAEO โ€” Answer Engine Optimization (skills)โ˜‘๏ธ ๐Ÿ”ปFeatured snippet & People Also Ask targeting ๐Ÿ”ปConversational FAQ hubs + short, direct answers ๐Ÿ”ปVoice search/zero-click answer formatting ๐Ÿ”ปSchema support for FAQ/HowTo/LocalBusiness โ˜‘๏ธTechnical Seoโ˜‘๏ธ ๐Ÿ”บSeo Audit ๐Ÿ”บSitemap Setup ๐Ÿ”บGoogle Search Console Setup ๐Ÿ”บGoogle Analytics Setup ๐Ÿ”บYoast Seo ๐Ÿ”บRankmath Seo ๐Ÿ”บAll In One Seo ๐Ÿ”บSitemap ๐Ÿ”บRobots.txt ๐Ÿ”บFix Broken Link(404) ๐Ÿ”บRedirection ๐Ÿ”บPage Speed Optimization ๐Ÿ”บFix Canonical Issue ๐Ÿ”บFix the Indexing Issue ๐Ÿ”บGoogle News โœ”๏ธOff-Page Seo/Link Buildingโœ”๏ธ โ—พ High-Quality Guest Post Backlinks โ—พDirectory SUbmission/Business Listing โ—พLocal Citations โ—พWeb 2.0 Backlinks โ—พProfile Backlinks โ—พSocial Bookmarking ๐Ÿ”ทE-commerce Website Seo๐Ÿ”ท ๐Ÿ”ปProduct Keyword research ๐Ÿ”ปProduct Description ๐Ÿ”ปMeta Tag ๐Ÿ”ปIMG Alt ๐Ÿ”ปUrl Optimization Tools I Use ๐Ÿ”ถAhrefs, Semrush, Ubersuggest, Google Keyword Planner, Seoptimer Etc.๐Ÿ”ถ โ‡๏ธCMS( Content Manage System)โ‡๏ธ ๐Ÿ”ธWordPress๐Ÿ”ธBlogger๐Ÿ”ธShopify๐Ÿ”ธLaravel๐Ÿ”ธWix๐Ÿ”ธWebflow๐Ÿ”ธJoomla๐Ÿ”ธSquarespace๐Ÿ”ธ โœณ๏ธFeel Free To Contact Me For Free Seo Consultant and Website Audit.โœณ๏ธ

  • SEO Backlinking
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Suman S.

Kangra, India

$7/hr
4.7
111 jobs

โญ๏ธTOP RATED PLUS SEO EXPERTโญ๏ธ โญ๏ธ8+ Years of Experienceโญ๏ธ โญ๏ธ100% Client Satisfactionโญ๏ธ โญ๏ธ98% JOB SUCCESS SCOREโญ๏ธ โœ… Search Engine Optimization โœ… Website Audit โœ… Keywords Research โœ… Competitors Research โœ… Technical SEO โœ… On Page SEO โœ… OFF Page SEO โœ… Local SEO โœ… Link Building โœ… Ecommerce SEO โœ… Shopify SEO โœ… WordPress SEO โœ… Wix SEO โœ… Webflow SEO โœ… Squarespace SEO โœ… AI SEO โœ… GEO โœ… AEO I'm an SEO Expert with 8+ years of experience in the field, I have the skills and expertise to deliver high-quality work that meets your needs. I have helped many companies in different niches increase traffic, leads, and sales through SEO. Reasons for traffic drops/SERP drops are bad links/bad SEO/negative SEO, or on-page issues, or tech issues, or all mentioned. No matter what - it can be fixed without moving to a new domain or "start from zero." ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿ‘‰My Specialization includes:- โœ”๏ธTechnical SEO & Website Optimization โ€ข In-depth SEO audits & technical fixes โ€ข Core Web Vitals & page speed optimization โ€ข Structured data, schema markup & canonical tags โ€ข SEO-friendly URLs, internal linking & crawl optimization โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO โœ”๏ธ SEO Keywords Research โ€ข Keywords Research according to the Niche โ€ข LSI Keywords Research โ€ข Competitors' Keywords Analysis โ€ข Keywords Clustering โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO โœ”๏ธ SEO Competitors Research โ€ข Detailed Research on the 30 SEO factors โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO โœ”๏ธ On-Page SEO โ€ข Strategic Keyword Research โ€ข Optimizing Titles, Meta Descriptions & URLs โ€ข Image SEO โ€“ Alt Text, File Names, Compression โ€ข Header Tag Structure (H1-H3) Optimization โ€ข Internal Linking with Relevant Anchor Text โ€ข SEO Plugin Configuration (Yoast, Rank Math) โ€ข Schema Markup Integration & Validation โ€ข Content Gap Filling & Page Content Enhancement โ€ข Creating HTML & XML Sitemaps โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO โœ”๏ธ Content Strategy & SEO Copywriting โ€ข Keyword-rich content optimized for Google and users โ€ข Blog strategy & editorial calendars โ€ข Conversion-driven landing pages โ€ข Topical authority mapping and silo structuring โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO โœ”๏ธ OFF Page SEO โ€ข High-Quality Manual Backlink Building โ€ข Guest Post Outreach & Submissions โ€ข Web 2.0 Blog Posting โ€ข Profile Backlink Creation โ€ข Directory Listings & Review Submissions โ€ข Infographic Submission & Link Outreach โ€ข Niche-Relevant Forum & Quora Links โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO โœ”๏ธ Local SEO โ€ข Google Business Profile optimization โ€ข Citation cleanup and NAP consistency โ€ข Local landing pages & service area targeting โ€ข Google Maps visibility improvements โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO โœ”๏ธ Reporting & Analytics โ€ข Custom monthly SEO reports โ€ข Rank tracking & keyword monitoring โ€ข Competitor analysis dashboards โ€ข SEO health checkups & improvement roadmaps โ€ข SEO Expert โ€ข SEO ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿ‘‰SEO Tools I am using:- โœ”๏ธ SEMrush โœ”๏ธ Ahrefs โœ”๏ธ MozPro โœ”๏ธ Similar Web โœ”๏ธ Google Keywords Planner โœ”๏ธ Google Search Console โœ”๏ธ Google Analytics Want to know if we're a good fit for your project? Let's talk! Thanks, Suman Tags: SEO | Local SEO | On-Page SEO | Off-Page SEO | Link Building | Search Engine Ranking | SEO Strategy | Link Building Services | White-Hat Link Building Services |SEO Audit | SEO Keyword Research | Technical SEO | SEO Audit Report | Content SEO | Search Engine Optimization | Google Snack Pack Ranking | Local SEO Expert | SEO Ranking Strategy | SEO Complete Audit | SEO Services | On-site SEO | Off-site SEO | Technical SEO services | GMB optimize | Wix SEO | Shopify SEO | WordPress SEO | SEO Audit Report | International SEO | Backlink Building | Building Backlinks | Backlinks Building | Building Links | Building White-Hat Links | Building White Hat Links | Website SEO | SEO Link Building | Site SEO | SEO Website | SEO for e-commerce site | SEO for e-commerce website | Increasing website traffic | Increasing site traffic | More traffic to site | Ranking higher in search engines | More traffic to website

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  • SEO Strategy
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  • On-Page SEO
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  • Shopify
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  • WordPress
  • Ecommerce SEO
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Abubakri I.

Ibadan, Nigeria

$15/hr
5.0
9 jobs

๐ŸŒŸ Top-Rated Plus Freelancer ๐ŸŒŸ | SEO & Digital Marketing Specialist | Content Writer | WordPress Manager I'm a highly experienced SEO and digital marketing specialist with a strong track record of helping businesses achieve Page 1 Google Rankings. With a university degree in hand and over 6 years of experience in the Tech industry, I've successfully delivered results for thousands of satisfied clients, written thousands of articles/blogs, and designed hundreds of websites. My expertise extends to content marketing, SEO, link-building, and web design, making me a one-stop solution for your online business needs. I'm dedicated, organized, and committed to delivering high-quality work in a timely manner. Let's collaborate and elevate your online presence, drive traffic, and boost your business's profitability. Whether you're looking for captivating content, a WordPress expert, effective SEO, or stunning website design, I've got you covered. Certifications: Google Analytics Certified Hubspot Certified Google Adwords Fundamentals Certified Skills: SEO Strategy Content Writing Google Rankings Guest Posts Off-site SEO Backlinks High DA Link-building Citations Search Engine Optimization Search Engine Marketing Adwords PPC (Pay-Per-Click) Advertising Landing Pages Web Design WordPress Management Services: - Content Writing: I provide exceptional content for blogs, web pages, and articles to boost your online presence and engage your audience. - SEO Strategy: My expertise lies in on-site and off-site SEO, ensuring that your website ranks high on search engines. - Link Building: I'm a proven pro in creating high-quality backlinks and guest posts to boost your website's authority. - Digital Marketing: Utilizing Adwords and PPC advertising, I help you market and sell products and services effectively online. - Web Design: I offer web design services tailored to your business needs. Custom SEO Plans Available: I can create tailored SEO plans to meet your specific business objectives. Let's discuss your unique needs and work towards your goals.

  • SEO Backlinking
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Off-Page SEO
  • On-Page SEO
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Google Analytics
  • Email Marketing
  • SEO Audit
  • CSS
  • HTML5
  • Web Design
  • WordPress
  • Website
  • Web Development
  • WordPress Development
Amandeep K.

Sangrur, India

$10/hr
4.8
174 jobs

๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐„๐‚๐Ž๐Œ๐Œ๐„๐‘๐‚๐„ ๐’๐„๐Ž & ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐†๐ˆ๐“๐€๐‹ ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐Š๐„๐“๐ˆ๐๐† ๐„๐—๐๐„๐‘๐“ | ๐’๐‡๐Ž๐๐ˆ๐…๐˜ | ๐’๐Ž๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐Œ๐„๐ƒ๐ˆ๐€ | ๐๐€๐ˆ๐ƒ ๐€๐ƒ๐’ | ๐€๐ˆ-๐ƒ๐‘๐ˆ๐•๐„๐ ๐†๐‘๐Ž๐–๐“๐‡ ๐Ÿ“ˆ Struggling to rank your Shopify or E-Commerce store, generate consistent traffic, or turn visitors into customers? Youโ€™re in the right place. I am an ๐„๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐œ๐ž ๐’๐„๐Ž & ๐ƒ๐ข๐ ๐ข๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐„๐ฑ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ๐ญ with 10+ years of experience, helping online stores and brands scale traffic, conversions, and revenue using AI-driven SEO strategies, Shopify optimization, social media growth, and high-converting paid ads. I combine Technical SEO, AI-powered insights, Conversion Optimization, Paid Advertising, and Social Media Marketing to build complete growth systems for E-Commerce stores. ๐Ÿš€ ๐„-๐‚๐Ž๐Œ๐Œ๐„๐‘๐‚๐„ ๐’๐„๐Ž ๐“๐‡๐€๐“ ๐ƒ๐‘๐ˆ๐•๐„๐’ ๐“๐‘๐€๐…๐…๐ˆ๐‚ & ๐’๐€๐‹๐„๐’ โœ” Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, BigCommerce SEO โ€ข AI-driven SEO audits for eCommerce stores โ€ข Product page SEO that ranks and converts โ€ข Category & collection optimization โ€ข Keyword clustering using AI โ€ข SEO-optimized product descriptions โ€ข Internal linking & site architecture improvements โ€ข Duplicate content & indexing fixes โ€ข Structured data for product visibility Iโ€™ve helped 100+ E-Commerce websites increase organic traffic, rankings, and conversions.1 ๐Ÿ› ๐’๐‡๐Ž๐๐ˆ๐…๐˜ ๐’๐„๐Ž & ๐’๐“๐Ž๐‘๐„ ๐Ž๐๐“๐ˆ๐Œ๐ˆ๐™๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ Specialized Shopify SEO & growth optimization to improve rankings, UX, and revenue. โ€ข Shopify technical SEO optimization โ€ข Product & collection SEO โ€ข Liquid theme SEO improvements โ€ข 404 errors & redirect management โ€ข Speed optimization & Core Web Vitals โ€ข Schema markup for products & reviews โ€ข Meta tags, ALT tags, URLs & image optimization Result โ†’ Better rankings + higher conversion rates. ๐Ÿค– ๐€๐ˆ-๐ƒ๐‘๐ˆ๐•๐„๐ ๐’๐„๐Ž ๐’๐“๐‘๐€๐“๐„๐†๐˜ ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐„๐‚๐Ž๐Œ๐Œ๐„๐‘๐‚๐„ I use AI-powered tools and data analysis to build smarter SEO strategies that outperform competitors. โ€ข AI keyword clustering & topic mapping โ€ข Search intent analysis for product discovery โ€ข Competitor gap analysis using AI โ€ข AI-driven content briefs & optimization โ€ข Predictive SEO trend analysis โ€ข AI-assisted internal linking strategies AI helps identify hidden ranking opportunities faster while maintaining human expertise and strategy. ๐Ÿ“ฑ ๐’๐Ž๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐Œ๐„๐ƒ๐ˆ๐€ ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐Š๐„๐“๐ˆ๐๐† ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐„-๐‚๐Ž๐Œ๐Œ๐„๐‘๐‚๐„ Build brand awareness, engagement, and traffic through strategic social media marketing. Platforms I manage: โ€ข Facebook marketing โ€ข Instagram marketing โ€ข Pinterest marketing for E-Commerce brands โ€ข LinkedIn marketing for B2B brands Services include: โ€ข Social media strategy & content planning โ€ข Product promotion campaigns โ€ข Social media SEO optimization โ€ข Engagement and brand growth โ€ข Traffic generation to eCommerce stores ๐Ÿ’ฐ ๐๐€๐ˆ๐ƒ ๐€๐ƒ๐•๐„๐‘๐“๐ˆ๐’๐ˆ๐๐† (๐†๐Ž๐Ž๐†๐‹๐„ & ๐Œ๐„๐“๐€ ๐€๐ƒ๐’) Scale your store with high-ROI paid advertising campaigns. โ€ข Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Performance Max) โ€ข Facebook Ads โ€ข Instagram Ads โ€ข Retargeting & remarketing campaigns โ€ข Conversion tracking & pixel setup โ€ข Ad copy optimization & campaign scaling Goal โ†’ More sales, lower CPA, and better ROAS. ๐Ÿ”ง ๐“๐„๐‚๐‡๐๐ˆ๐‚๐€๐‹ ๐’๐„๐Ž & ๐–๐„๐๐’๐ˆ๐“๐„ ๐๐„๐‘๐…๐Ž๐‘๐Œ๐€๐๐‚๐„ Technical SEO ensures your store is crawlable, fast, and optimized for search engines. โ€ข Core Web Vitals optimization โ€ข Mobile-first SEO โ€ข Crawl & indexing issue fixes โ€ข Canonical tags & sitemap optimization โ€ข Advanced schema markup โ€ข Site speed improvements โ€ข URL structure optimization ๐Ÿ“Š ๐–๐‡๐€๐“ ๐˜๐Ž๐” ๐‚๐€๐ ๐„๐—๐๐„๐‚๐“ ๐Ÿ”ฅ 100% Transparent reporting ๐Ÿ”ฅ Data-driven strategies ๐Ÿ”ฅ Weekly or monthly progress reports ๐Ÿ”ฅ Fast communication & support ๐Ÿ”ฅ Long-term scalable growth ๐Ÿงฐ ๐“๐Ž๐Ž๐‹๐’ & ๐“๐„๐‚๐‡๐๐Ž๐‹๐Ž๐†๐ˆ๐„๐’ Google Analytics 4 Google Search Console Ahrefs SEMrush Moz Screaming Frog Surfer SEO ChatGPT Hotjar Google Merchant Center Shopify SEO apps Keyword Insights ๐Ÿ† ๐ˆ๐๐ƒ๐”๐’๐“๐‘๐ˆ๐„๐’ ๐ˆ ๐–๐Ž๐‘๐Š ๐–๐ˆ๐“๐‡ โ€ข E-Commerce stores โ€ข Fashion & apparel brands โ€ข Beauty & skincare โ€ข Fitness & supplements โ€ข Electronics โ€ข Home & lifestyle โ€ข B2B brands โ€ข SaaS companies ๐Ÿ“ฉ ๐‹๐„๐“โ€™๐’ ๐†๐‘๐Ž๐– ๐˜๐Ž๐”๐‘ ๐„-๐‚๐Ž๐Œ๐Œ๐„๐‘๐‚๐„ ๐๐”๐’๐ˆ๐๐„๐’๐’ ๐Ÿš€ If youโ€™re looking for an ECommerce SEO & Digital Marketing Expert who can increase traffic, improve rankings, and scale sales, letโ€™s connect. ๐ŸŽฅ ๐€๐ฏ๐š๐ข๐ฅ๐š๐›๐ฅ๐ž ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐€๐ฎ๐๐ข๐จ & ๐•๐ข๐๐ž๐จ ๐‚๐š๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฌ to discuss your project, goals, challenges, and growth opportunities in detail. ๐Ÿ“ž Let's schedule a quick call and create a customized growth plan for your business. Send me a message, and Iโ€™ll analyze your store and share a custom AI-driven growth strategy.

  • SEO Backlinking
  • Technical SEO
  • Local SEO
  • Shopify SEO
  • Shopify
  • Marketing
  • Ecommerce
  • Ecommerce Marketing
  • Ecommerce SEO
  • On-Page SEO
  • Off-Page SEO
  • Organic Traffic Growth
  • Optimize Ecommerce Site
  • Ecommerce Website
  • Ecommerce Performance Optimization
  • Manage Ecommerce Site
  • SEMrush
  • Shopify Marketing
  • Yoast SEO
  • WordPress
Sagar Singh S.

Tonk, India

$10/hr
5.0
15 jobs

๐Ÿ” Is your website invisible on Google - and now disappearing from AI search engines too? I help businesses rank on Google AND inside ChatGPT, Gemini & Perplexity using next-generation SEO: AI SEO, AEO, GEO, and battle-tested Technical & Local SEO. โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ "Partnering with Sagar was a game-changer for our business. Their strategic, data-driven link-building approach brought us real, measurable improvements in search visibility and traffic. Their professionalism, transparency, and consistent communication made the experience seamless. We saw noticeable ranking changes in just weeks - highly recommend!" ๐ŸŽฏ WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT While most SEO specialists are still chasing Google rankings alone, I future-proof your brand for the new era of search where ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity are where your customers find answers. โœ”๏ธ 10+ Years of SEO & Digital Marketing Experience: Over 10 years of commercial search engine optimization, leading digital marketing, social media marketing, and Google Ads campaigns for global brands. โœ”๏ธ Results-Focused SEO Strategy: As an SEO Specialist, I create content SEO and SEO content strategy plans that boost rankings and drive engagement - delivering organic traffic increases of up to 150%. โœ”๏ธ AI SEO & Answer Engine Optimization (AEO): Optimize your content to appear inside AI-generated answers on ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity & Google AI Overviews. Structured Q&A, entity optimization & AI-ready content strategies. โœ”๏ธ GEO - Generative Engine Optimization: Location-aware AI search visibility. Your brand surfaces when and where customers search in any city, any AI engine. โœ”๏ธ Technical SEO & SEO Audit: Full technical SEO audit with actionable roadmap. Core Web Vitals, crawlability, schema markup, structured data, XML sitemap, and JavaScript SEO fixes. No jargon - just clear priorities. โœ”๏ธ Local SEO & Google Business Profile: Dominate Google Maps and local search. Full GBP optimization, NAP consistency, citation building, local landing pages & 3-Pack ranking strategy. โœ”๏ธ On-Page & Off-Page SEO: Keyword research, semantic clustering, meta optimization, internal linking - paired with high-DA white-hat link building, guest posting & authority backlinks. โœ”๏ธ SEO Content Strategy: Keyword-rich content built for both Google and AI engines. 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  • SEO Backlinking
  • Technical SEO
  • Local SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization
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  • Search Engine Ranking
  • On-Page SEO
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Link Building
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
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Atul A.

Ambala, India

$6/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Atul โ€” Digital Marketing & SEO Consultant SEO ยท GEO ยท AEO ยท Paid Ads ยท SMO ยท Content ยท ORM ยท WordPress ยท Shopify ยท HubSpot Hello! I'm Atul, a Google Certified Digital Marketer with 7+ years of hands-on experience in SEO, GEO, AEO, and Paid Advertising. I've successfully managed and optimized websites across WordPress, Elementor, Shopify, and HubSpot โ€” driving real results in lead generation, e-commerce, and brand visibility. If you're looking for a one-stop digital marketing solution built on the latest trends and proven strategies, I've got you covered. My Relevant Experience SEO, GEO & AEO Full-spectrum search optimization including on-page SEO, technical audits, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) for AI-driven discovery. Paid Advertising Managed Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and multi-channel paid campaigns for lead generation and e-commerce โ€” with a focus on ROAS and cost-efficient scaling. CMS & Platform Expertise Hands-on management of WordPress (Elementor), Shopify stores, and HubSpot portals โ€” covering setup, optimization, and ongoing performance improvements. Off-Page SEO & Guest Posting Strategic link-building, high-authority guest posting, and off-page SEO campaigns that strengthen domain authority and improve organic rankings. Lead Gen & E-Commerce SEO Successfully optimized campaigns and funnels for both lead generation portals and e-commerce stores โ€” covering the full customer journey from discovery to conversion. ORM & Content Strategy Online Reputation Management (ORM) and content strategy built around search intent โ€” creating assets that rank, convert, and build long-term brand trust. How I Can Help You * Conduct a complete SEO audit of your website and identify technical, on-page, and off-page gaps * Optimize your site for GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) and AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) to capture AI-driven search traffic. * Plan and run high-ROI Google Ads and Facebook Ads campaigns for lead generation or e-commerce. * Build and execute off-page SEO strategies including guest posting and authority link acquisition Manage and optimize your WordPress, Elementor, Shopify, or HubSpot presence end-to-end. * Develop a content strategy aligned with search intent and your business goals * Handle Social Media Optimization (SMO) to grow your organic reach and engagement * Protect and improve your brand reputation through strategic ORM practices Why Me One-Stop Solution SEO, Paid Ads, SMO, Content, GEO, AEO, ORM โ€” all under one roof, no need to juggle multiple specialists. * Latest Trends Stay ahead with GEO and AEO strategies built for AI-powered search engines โ€” not just Google 2020 playbooks. * Platform Versatile Comfortable working across WordPress, Shopify, and HubSpot โ€” no ramp-up time needed. *Results-Focused 7 years of delivering real outcomes: higher rankings, qualified leads, and measurable revenue growth. * Independent & Proactive I work from a brief with minimal handholding โ€” fast execution, clear reporting, and honest communication. * Google Certified Formally certified in Google Ads and Digital Marketing โ€” strategies backed by platform-native best practices. * Availability Can start immediately Long-term / ongoing support Share your website URL and let me provide you a FREE consultation. Let's build a well-structured, results-driven digital marketing system that scales with your business.

  • SEO Backlinking
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  • Local SEO
  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Keyword Research
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  • Off-Page SEO
  • SEO Audit
  • PPC Campaign Setup & Management
  • Google Ads
  • Google Analytics
  • Organic Traffic Growth
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  • Google Tag Manager
  • SEMrush
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Backlink expert hiring guide

Building high-quality backlinks is one of the most effective ways to improve domain authority and search engine rankings. A backlink expert focuses specifically on off-page optimization, helping businesses earn authoritative inbound links through strategic outreach, competitor analysis, and relationship management. 

What does a backlink expert do?

A backlink expert builds high-quality inbound links to improve a website's domain authority and search visibility. These professionals are part of the off-page SEO life cycle, and their scope includes auditing existing backlink profiles and executing outreach campaigns that secure placements on authoritative sites.

For a backlink expert, day-to-day work might include:

  • Conducting backlink audits to identify opportunities and toxic links that may be harming your site's reputation

  • Developing link-building strategies tailored to specific industries and competitive landscapes

  • Performing competitor analysis to reverse engineer successful link profiles

  • Managing outreach and building relationships with site owners, editors, and publishers

  • Tracking campaign performance using tools like Ahrefs, Semrush, and Google Search Console

  • Creating linkable assets such as infographics, research reports, and data-driven content

  • Monitoring backlink health and managing disavow files for toxic or spammy links

These specialists use techniques including guest posting, digital PR, broken link building, and resource page outreach. They understand how to identify high-authority websites within your niche and craft compelling pitches that result in editorial placements. Hiring a skilled backlink expert can save significant time, reduce the risk of search engine penalties, and accelerate organic traffic growth by ensuring your link-building campaigns follow ethical, white-hat practices aligned with current search engine guidelines.

How to hire a backlink expert on Upwork

Upwork makes it easy to find and hire independent backlink experts. Following a few structured steps can help you identify the right specialist quickly.

Step 1: Craft a targeted job post

The quality of your job post directly influences the caliber of candidates who apply. A clear, detailed job post helps you attract specialists who understand your specific link-building needs.

  • Start with this SEO expert job description for ideas on content and format.

  • Outline your current domain authority, target metrics, and any constraints regarding link types or industries

  • Describe your primary goal, such as recovering from a penalty, launching a new product, or boosting rankings for specific keywords

  • List required tools like Ahrefs, Semrush, or Moz to ensure compatibility with your existing workflow

  • Specify your industry and competitor websites you want to analyze for link-building opportunities

Consider using Upwork's Job Post Generator, powered by Umaโ„ข, Upwork's Mindful AI, to draft a tailored backlink expert job post for your review.

Step 2: Filter and evaluate candidates

Systematically reviewing proposals allows you to identify candidates whose experience and approach align with your project requirements. Focus on evidence of past results rather than promises of future performance.

  • Filter by talent badges like Top Rated or Top Rated Plus to find freelancers with demonstrated success

  • Review past project feedback for mentions of communication quality, deadline adherence, and reporting transparency

  • Look for specialists with verified experience in your industry and demonstrable domain authority improvements

  • Check portfolio samples for evidence of white-hat link-building techniques and measurable results

You can use Upworkโ€™s instant video interviews to screen applicants for a best-fit shortlist, with Uma providing side-by-side candidate comparisons.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Direct conversations reveal how candidates think through problems and communicate complex strategies. Use this opportunity to gauge their technical depth and assess whether their working style complements your team.

  • Review essential SEO interview questions as a starting point

  • Ask candidates about their link-building strategies to ensure alignment with Google's guidelines

  • Discuss their process for vetting prospect sites to ensure they pursue high-quality, relevant links

  • Request a walkthrough of a recent successful campaign, focusing on metrics achieved and timeline required

  • Inquire about their approach to handling algorithm updates and maintaining link quality over time

Upwork Messages allows you to schedule and conduct live video interviews on the platform, with call transcripts and summaries available after the calls.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Formalizing your working arrangement in an agreed contract protects both parties and creates accountability throughout the engagement.

  • Choose between a fixed-price or hourly contract based on whether you need a clearly defined deliverable like an audit or ongoing campaign management

  • Set milestones for key deliverables such as initial audit completion, strategy approval, or acquisition of a target number of quality links

  • Define reporting frequency and format to ensure regular updates on campaign performance

  • Establish communication expectations and preferred channels for ongoing discussions

Upwork is not affiliated with and does not sponsor or endorse any of the tools or services discussed in this article. These tools and services are provided only as potential options, and each reader and company should take the time needed to adequately analyze and determine the tools or services that would best fit their specific needs and situation.

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How much does hiring a backlink expert cost?

The cost of hiring a backlink expert on Upwork falls in the same range as SEO experts at $15-$35 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the project's scope, industry competitiveness, and the freelancer's experience and location. Straightforward audits tend to cost less than ongoing link acquisition campaigns, while enterprise-level strategy work commands premium pricing. 

The following table outlines typical costs for backlink projects commonly found on Upwork:

Backlink profile audit

$300-$800 /project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Full backlink profile analysis
  • Toxic link identification report
  • Competitor backlink comparison

Guest post outreach campaign

$1,000-$3,000 /month

Mid-level
  • Prospect list of target publications
  • Personalized pitch creation and sending
  • Monthly placement and performance report

Link acquisition strategy development

$2,500-$5,000 /project

Senior-level
  • Competitor gap analysis
  • Custom link-building roadmap
  • Authority-building content recommendations

Ongoing link monitoring and disavow management

$1,500-$4,000 /month

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Continuous backlink health monitoring
  • Disavow file updates and submission
  • Monthly KPI tracking dashboard

Enterprise penalty recovery and link strategy

$3,000-$8,000+ /project

Expert-level
  • Manual action diagnosis and recovery plan
  • Full link profile remediation
  • Long-term authority-building roadmap

FAQs about backlink experts

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a backlink expert worth it?

Hiring a backlink expert is worth it for businesses competing in saturated markets where on-page SEO alone isn't enough to rank. Specialists bring established relationships with publishers and technical expertise to execute complex outreach campaigns safely, saving you hours of manual work and reducing the risks of being penalized by search engines. High-quality backlinks remain one of Google's strongest ranking signals, making expert-led link building a sound investment for long-term organic growth.

What should I look for in a backlink expert?

When hiring a backlink expert, look for SEO specialists with verified experience in your industry, a portfolio showing measurable domain authority improvements, and commitment to white-hat SEO practices. Avoid candidates who promise instant results or use private blog networks (PBNs), as these tactics can damage your site's reputation.

Whatโ€™s the difference between a backlink expert and a general SEO expert?

A backlink expert focuses exclusively on off-page factors like outreach, content placement, and link acquisition. A general SEO expert manages broader tasks including technical site audits, on-page optimization, and keyword research, but may lack the same depth of outreach resources or publisher relationships.