If you’re learning SEO, you’ve heard of DoFollow and NoFollow links. But what’s the difference?
Let’s clarify.
What Is a DoFollow Link?
A DoFollow link tells search engines to follow and pass authority (link juice) to the linked site.
Example:
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<a href=”https://marknesthub.com“>Visit us</a>
This improves your SEO if someone links to you using DoFollow.
What Is a NoFollow Link?
A NoFollow link tells search engines not to pass SEO value.
Example:
<a href=”https://marknesthub.com” rel=”nofollow”>Visit us</a>
Still valuable for:
Referral traffic
Brand exposure
Indexing diversity
When Should You Use Each?
| Use Case | DoFollow | NoFollow |
|---|---|---|
| Guest posts | yes | No |
| Paid or sponsored posts | No | Yes |
| Social media or comments | No | Yes |
SEO TIP
Even NoFollow links help build trust, visibility, and traffic. Mix both naturally.