We help small sites rank organically.
No paid links. No bidding wars.
Just web standards done right.
1️⃣Submit your site (30 sec) — submissions stay private • no public directories
2️⃣Get linked from relevant pages — using your suggested snippets or our staff's optimized version
3️⃣Grow your search visibility – the right way, when engines index your site
We connect participating sites through non-reciprocal (no penalty), 'dofollow' (authority passing) links that are informative, valuable, and natural—boosting page rank ethically and without manipulation.
Ethical-Link operates on a gift economy—all links are free, with no strings attached. If our work helps you, please Support Us, even minimally, to keep the web equitable and free as it's meant to be! Support is 100% optional and provides no link advantages.
Most sites see initial indexing within 2-4 weeks, but organic ranking improvements typically take 3-6 months as search engines naturally discover and value the links.
How are your backlinks different from others?
We manually curate non-reciprocal links from relevant, quality sites. No automated exchanges, no link farms - just human-reviewed placements that follow general web and search engine guidelines.
Is this really free? What's the catch?
Yes, completely free. We operate on a gift economy model. If our service helps you, you can optionally support us, but this never affects link placement.
No refunds (donations are non-refundable gifts)
We reserve the right to reject any link request from any site without explanation
What kind of sites will link to me?
We match you with sites in your niche or related fields that have genuine editorial reasons to reference your content. All sites in our network meet minimum quality standards.
Can I suggest anchor text?
Yes, you can suggest anchor text, but our editors may modify it to ensure it sounds natural and provides value to readers.
How and when can I see results?
To monitor your backlinks, use tools like Google Search Console or free options such as SEOreviewtools and SmallSEOTools, along with paid tools like Ahrefs and SEMrush for detailed insights. Remember that backlinks take time to index, with new links appearing gradually. Check every 1–4 weeks for updates on referring domains and anchor text diversity. Lastly, be patient, as SEO results depend on the authority of linking sites and how quickly search engines update their indexes.
What are typical industry costs for links, SEO, and PPC? (source: web/AI benchmarks)
Link building costs for 2024 average $25-$50 per link for low-quality options, $50-$300 for mid-tier, and $300-$5,000+ for premium editorial links. SEO services range from $500-$2,500 per month for basic, $2,500-$10,000 for advanced, and $10,000-$50,000+ for enterprise levels. For PPC advertising, Google Ads costs $1-$50 per click, while social media ads range from $0.50-$10. With us, you pay what you feel we deserve—or nothing at all.
Link Placement Transparency
We don't disclose placement locations/timelines (determined by linking sites)
Links are easily traceable via backlink checkers
Disclaimer: We're not responsible for links/sites in our network (links may exist independently of our service)
Legal Protection & Privacy
You acknowledge we have no control over linked sites' content
We assume no liability for any third-party links
All support contributions are final (no refunds)
Data Protection: Client confidentiality is strictly maintained. All site and link placement details remain private, except in these cases:
When required by law enforcement with proper legal documentation
When necessary to investigate abuse or violations of our policies
If you feel it's fair, you can contribute below a fraction of your savings to support us—it's a lot of work, and your help is appreciated! - Contributions are 100% optional and won't affect your submission.