Do you prefer manual link building than automated?

I will prefer manual link building than automated. Because the manual link will be efficient one which is done of our own regarding the users point of view.

Originally Posted by TemplateSpin I would like to hear your opinion about this and why. Thanks!

I prefer manual link building than auto. I have been in both worlds and results coming from manual link building is always better.

Manual link building is a ton of work, but I think it's worth it in the long run. You can write guest articles demonstrating your expertise for relevant websites in order to build links back to your site. That way, you're not only getting link juice -- you're also driving targeted traffic to your site and building your brand! I toyed with the idea of taking a short cut by using a service like Build My Rank but I don't think it's worth it in the long run. Imagine if those links get devalued or Google finds out where your links are coming from and penalizes your site. I don't think it's worth the risk, especially if you are making your living online. It's a marathon, not a sprint! Another good resource is HARO (help a reporter). People send out queries asking for expert opinions. If you provide a quote and the website uses it, you typically get a link back.

manual link building is good for traffic but it is long process.

I always prefer manual link building than automated, because manual link building serve better quality than automated & it is more effective way of link building

I prefer manual link building. I can monitor my links and can do optimizing without any hassles. most automated tools has many trash links and i dont trust it.

As per my experience manual link building is the best way to building links, by which we get a solid and quality links.

Originally Posted by Steve-Hostirian I prefer manual link building to automated. When I link build, I'm looking very closely at the sites I want to be tied to - in terms of relevancy, site age, perceived value and PR.

And don't forget that good quality links on popular sites can also send you referral traffic forever more.

Do you prefer manual link building than automated? .

I always go for manual link building only. It is because there is no automated tool which can create quality backlinks to our website without causing Google penalty.

I prefer manual link building. Although Automated does have its place in SEO I believe when Combined with manual. But I like manual becasue it allows me to be more meticulous when I choose where I want to get my backlinks from