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Internal Linking
Definition

Internal Linking

Internal linking is the practice of creating links between pages on your own website.

TL;DR

Key Definition

Internal linking distributes authority between your pages, helps engines understand your site structure, and guides users to relevant content. For GEO, it helps AI navigate your content.
Importance

Why It Matters

  • Distributes PageRank between your pages
  • Helps crawlers discover your content
  • Establishes hierarchy and content relationships
  • Guides AI in understanding your site
  • Improves user experience

How It Works

Internal linking creates a network of semantic connections between your pages.

Contextual Links

The most powerful links are inserted naturally in content, with descriptive anchors.

Silo Structure

Organize your content in thematic silos with strong internal links within each silo.

Metrics

How to Measure It

  • Number of internal links per page
  • Internal PageRank distribution
  • Crawl depth of key pages
  • Traffic flow between pages
Pitfalls

Common Mistakes

  • Orphan pages without incoming links
  • Non-descriptive anchors ("click here")
  • Too many links on one page
  • Flat structure without hierarchy

Quick Checklist

Follow these steps to get started.

  • Identify your orphan pages
  • Create links from relevant content
  • Use descriptive anchors
  • Structure into thematic clusters
  • Link to important pages from navigation
  • Regularly audit your linking

Examples

Glossary Cluster

Each glossary term links to related terms, use cases, and comparisons, creating a dense network.

Frequently Asked Questions

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