Choosing the right approach to link building can significantly impact your SEO success, and not to mention your budget and your personal time investment. Should you take care of everything yourself, or should you consider sharing some or even all of the workload with an expert through managed services? Let’s explore both options to help you determine which one aligns with your goals, resources and expertise.
What is DIY link building?
Well, it’s exactly what it sounds like – you do it all yourself: the research, the manual selection and the link placement. This method offers complete control over the process, allowing you to personally handpick opportunities and ensure each link aligns with your vision. While it can be time-consuming, it’s great for those who enjoy hands-on work and are confident in their ability to learn and adapt.
Platforms like MeUp make this process easier by providing access to a vast network of already featured publishers and advanced tools such as Competitor Analysis and Link Tracking to make your efforts more efficient. Most importantly, MeUp guarantees you links verified by real metrics – no fake numbers.
Is DIY Right for You?
If you have time, some SEO expertise, and a clear understanding of your goals – sure.
Keep in mind that without expert oversight, DIY can lead to poor link quality or missed opportunities. You might need to spend some extra money on potentially hiring new members of the team, buying new software, or additional management costs. Moreover, it’s important to stay updated with the ever-changing SEO landscape, as outdated practices can harm your results. You’ll need to develop a sharp eye for link quality, as even a few bad links can hurt your site’s performance.
Overall DIY link building is a hands-on approach that provides flexibility but requires effort and attention to detail. Give it a go if you’re all about experimenting and prefer trusting your own skills and the process.
What about the Fully Managed Link-Building?
Managed link-building services remove the complexity from the process. With MeUp’s Managed link-building accounts, you can delegate the entire process to our experts at no extra cost. This approach not only saves you time but also gives you access to seasoned professionals who have honed their expertise in securing high-quality backlinks. No need to hire, train and manage a whole team – MeUp’s trusted SEO experts will handle everything from selection to link placement, allowing you to focus on growing or scaling your business.
Feeling a bit anxious about leaving everything to us? You can choose to pre-approve and pre-select links – in general, you can be as involved as you want, our experts will handle everything you leave for them. This means you can still maintain oversight and ensure the final output aligns with your vision.
Are the Managed Accounts Right for You?
This approach is perfect for busy marketers, agencies, or businesses that lack the time or expertise to handle link building in-house. It’s a stress-free solution that delivers professional results. You don’t need to worry about keeping up with the latest SEO updates or trends – our team stays on top of everything for you. Plus, you can offer more to your clients by outsourcing link-building with MeUp’s white-label option.
This can elevate your service portfolio without demanding extra resources, helping you grow your business efficiently.
How do MeUp’s Managed Accounts Work?
1. Onboarding & Custom Strategy
First, we learn about your business, audience, and SEO goals. From there, we create a customized strategy based on your specific needs and requirements.
2. Manual Link Selection & Verification
Our team makes sure to find the perfect match that matches your industry goals and resonate with your target audience. We manually select and verify the links to ensure each one strengthens your SEO profile and gives you the most juice. Our manual process minimizes risks associated with spammy or irrelevant links. In the unlikely case that we don’t have it already on the marketplace, we will reach out to publishers that offer what you need.
3. Content Creation & Link Placement
If needed, we can create high-quality, engaging content tailored to your brand voice and audience preferences that naturally incorporates your links. Whether it’s guest posts, niche edits, or custom content, we take care of the entire process – from drafting to publication – so you don’t have to worry about content quality or editorial guidelines.
4. Order Management & Link Verification
Our team works closely with publishers to confirm that the content and links are published according to the agreed-upon timeline and specifications. After the links go live, we conduct a thorough verification process to ensure they are active, properly placed, and functioning as intended. If any issues arise, such as delayed placements or unexpected changes, we proactively address them to the publisher to keep your campaign on track.
5. Guaranteed Link Placement & Replacements
If a link is rejected, we secure a high-quality replacement while meeting deadlines. We constantly adjust your strategy based on results, ensuring your campaigns continue to deliver the best outcomes. This approach ensures that your link-building efforts remain effective even as search engine algorithms evolve.
6. Live Order Tracking in Your Dashboard
Monitor all placements, reports, and progress in real-time 24/7. We provide detailed reports, allowing you to track progress and monitor the impact on your link-building efforts. This transparency gives you confidence in the results and helps measure ROI effectively.
Still Not Sure Which Way to Go?
You can always start with DIY to test the waters, then upgrade to managed services when you’re ready to scale – at no extra cost. This flexible transition lets you evaluate your needs and resources before committing fully to one approach.
Here’s a quick comparison to make it easier for you to choose:

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