How to Find Low-Quality Backlinks in Ahrefs

February 24, 2026·1 min read

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Here's how to find low-quality backlinks in Ahrefs

Open Ahrefs and navigate to 'Site Explorer'
Search your domain name
Select 'Backlinks' under the 'Backlink Profile'
Press the 'Best links' dropdown and choose 'Low-quality links only'
Select 'Dofollow'
Click 'Show results'
Sort by DR column to get the lowest rated links first
Click 'Export' to download your backlinks report
Click 'Export' to confirm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a low-quality backlink?

A low-quality backlink is a link from a website with low authority, spammy content, or irrelevant topic. These links can negatively impact your search rankings if they make up a large portion of your backlink profile.

Should I disavow all low-quality backlinks?

Not necessarily. Google can often ignore low-quality links on its own. Only disavow links if you have received a manual action or if you see a clear pattern of manipulative link building pointing to your site.

How often should I audit my backlinks in Ahrefs?

A monthly or quarterly backlink audit is a good practice. This helps you catch new spammy links early and monitor the overall health of your backlink profile.