How to Filter Referring Domains in Ahrefs
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Learn how to apply specific filters to your referring domain data in Ahrefs Site Explorer to refine your analysis and focus on relevant backlinks.
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Here's how to filter referring domains in Ahrefs
- Access Site Explorer
Navigate to Site Explorer from the top menu to begin analyzing a domain. This is your starting point for in-depth backlink and traffic analysis.
- Enter Domain for Analysis
Input the domain you wish to analyze into the search bar and initiate the search. This action loads the overview of the domain's performance metrics.
- Go to Referring Domains
From the domain overview, select "Referring domains" in the left-hand menu. This section displays all domains linking back to your analyzed target.
- Add a New Filter
Click the "Add filter" button located above the data table. This action opens a dropdown menu with various filtering options to refine your data.
- Configure and Apply Filter
Choose your desired filter type, input the specific criteria (e.g., a keyword for domain name), and click "Apply" to set the filter parameters.
- View Filtered Results
Click "Show results" to update the table and display only the referring domains that match your applied filter criteria, providing a focused view.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can find "Referring domains" in the left sidebar menu after you have entered and analyzed a domain in Site Explorer. It's under the 'Backlink profile' section.
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