The SEO Vault Episode 189: Why Disavowing Links Based on Third-Party Metrics Is a Terrible Idea

The SEO Mad Scientist

Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today!

This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas, Mark Luckenbaugh and Victor Perez.

Highlights From The Episode:

• New Google Business Profiles Tips To Avoid Bulk Verification Delays
• Google: Avoid Using "Coming Back Soon" Pages For Site Migrations
• John Mu: Google: It's A Terrible Idea To Disavow Links Based On Third-Party Metrics
• Google Analytics To Show UA3 Data For A Year After It Stops Collecting Data On July 1, 2023

Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update

2:23 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news.

• Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!
• Mark and Nate have taken over ownership of Web 2.0 Ranker.
• Victor Perez is the new Web 2.0 Ranker chief brand ambassador.
• We are sending out updated qualifying notifications for the Agency Partnership Program. The current codes will expire on August 1st, and we will launch the new APP system, which will enable you to track your spending in real time.
• The Q2 Webby replay is available for download.
• We’ll be revamping the SEO Mad Scientist tests soon.

Recent SEO News

21:14 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates.

• Microsoft Opens Bing Chat To All With New Upgrades
• Google Analytics To Show UA3 Data For A Year After It Stops Collecting Data On July 1, 2023
• New Google Business Profiles Tips To Avoid Bulk Verification Delays
• Google Search Tests New Simple "More" Results Buttons

"Google Says"

• Google: Page Experience Is A Ranking Signal, Not A Ranking System
• Google: We Use A Mix Of Factors To Determine Content That Demonstrates E-E-A-T
• Google: Avoid Using "Coming Back Soon" Pages For Site Migrations
• Google’s John Mueller Clarifies WebP Image Indexing Confusion
• John Mu: Google: It's A Terrible Idea To Disavow Links Based On Third-Party Metrics
• Danny Sulivan Google Discover Won't Show Content Filtered By SafeSearch, Says Google

"SEOs Say"

• Poll: Most SEOs Got Started By Reading & Practicing Alone

SEO Q&A

50:46 Do you still recommend using GSA to a money site?

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