Template Link Monitoring
Monthly Link Audit Template
A structured template for conducting monthly audits of your backlink portfolio
For SEO Manager
Related feature: Link Monitoring
Monthly Link Audit Report
Complete this template at the end of each month to maintain a clear picture of your backlink portfolio health and performance.
Audit Information
- Month: [Month Year]
- Auditor: [Name]
- Date completed: [Date]
Portfolio Overview
| Metric | Start of Month | End of Month | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total referring domains | — | — | — |
| Total backlinks | — | — | — |
| Active exchanges | — | — | — |
| Domain Rating | — | — | — |
| Average partner DR | — | — | — |
New Links Acquired
| Date | Source Domain | DR | Type | Target Page | Acquisition Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
Links Lost
| Date | Source Domain | DR | Reason | Impact | Action Taken |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
Quality Checks Performed
| Check | Total Checked | Passed | Failed | % Healthy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link exists | — | — | — | —% |
| Dofollow status | — | — | — | —% |
| Correct anchor text | — | — | — | —% |
| Page indexed | — | — | — | —% |
| Page loads correctly | — | — | — | —% |
Issues Log
| Partner | Issue | Severity | Date Found | Resolution Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | — | — |
Key Observations
Use this section to note trends, patterns, and any strategic observations from the audit.
- Observation 1: [Description]
- Observation 2: [Description]
- Observation 3: [Description]
Action Items for Next Month
| Action | Owner | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| — | — | — |