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Backlinks Saver

By Nimrod Flores

Marketing & Advertising / SEO & Search Optimization

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Backlinks Saver Review - In-Depth Analysis

Backlinks Saver helps you retain link juice from existing backlinks to non-existent pages by redirecting them to the homepage with a 301 status code.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.97/10

User Rating

4.2/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Backlinks Saver is an updated and simplified version of the Link Juice Keeper plugin. It helps you save the link juice from existing backlinks to non-existent pages on your site by redirecting them to the homepage with a 301 status code.

If you are optimizing your site for search engines, you must know that backlinks are very important and you should make each and every one of them count. Changes to your site, like changing the permalinks structure or deleting pages, can lead to backlinks being sent to 404 error pages. Backlinks Saver ensures that these links are redirected to the homepage, allowing them to still count for your domain.

For questions and support, please post them at the plugin page. Quick help may not be available if you post questions in the forum.

Important Note: The redirection will not work if you are using the WordPress default permalinks structure.

Comparing to Alternatives

Backlinks Saver is a plugin designed to manage backlinks, with a few direct alternatives available that offer similar functionalities.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy to use interface appreciated by users
Works effectively for backlink management
Maintains a good rating with mostly positive reviews
No known security vulnerabilities reported
Lightweight with minimal impact on site performance

Weaknesses

Considered outdated by some users
Lacks recent updates which may affect compatibility
Limited features compared to some alternatives
No pro version available for advanced functionalities

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin holds a strong positive sentiment with 80% of users rating it 5 stars, though there is a notable minority expressing dissatisfaction.

Positive highlights

"So easy to use and works perfectly" - Mason
"Awesome Plugin" - Mason
Users appreciate its simplicity and effectiveness
Positive feedback highlights its reliability
Good user experience reported by majority

Common complaints

Plugin is outdated and lacks recent updates

Weaknesses

Outdated functionality compared to newer plugins
Limited feature set
No ongoing development indicated

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward and easy-to-use backlink management plugin without the need for advanced features.

Not ideal for

Those looking for a regularly updated plugin with advanced backlink monitoring or SEO automation features may find this plugin lacking.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic backlink management features suitable for most users.

Final Verdict

Backlinks Saver is a simple and effective plugin for managing backlinks, favored for its ease of use and reliability. It holds a solid rating with mostly positive reviews and no known security issues, making it a safe choice for users needing basic backlink management.

However, its lack of recent updates and advanced features may limit its appeal for users seeking cutting-edge SEO tools. Alternatives like SEO Backlink Monitor or LexonRank may offer more comprehensive solutions for those needs.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Backlinks Saver plugin.

Backlinks

Backlinks Juice

Link Juice

FAQ

Manual installation:

Upload “backlinks-saver.zip” to your “/wp-content/plugins/” directory.
Unzip the folder. (You may delete the .zip copy afterwards)
Inside your WordPress admin, activate the plugin in the “Plugins” menu.
Enjoy! No more funky configurations needed.

Automatic Installation:

Inside your WordPress admin, go to “Plugins” >> “Add New” and search for “Backlinks Saver”.
From the search results, look for “Backlinks Saver”, then click the “Install Now” link below it.
Activate the plugin in the “Plugins” menu.
Enjoy! No more funky configurations needed.

Important Note: The redirection will not work if you are using the WordPress default permalinks structure. ie: http://www.yoursite.com/?p=123

Make sure you use any of the other options for permalink structure.