A link is sending spam traffic.

[lou99]

A link is sending traffic to my site. Which I can bet is not from my niche. I don't know how it picked up my site but it is sending tons of spam traffic. The thing real worry for me is that if I get manual action or some sort of penalty for this link.

But the problem is that the link is no where to be found in the search console. How should I approach this situation?

[elliekushn]

If you are so sure about this link. Then add it up in your disavow list.

You don't necessarily have to find the link in search console. Although I am assuming here that there is an actual link present which has been verified properly on your part.

[lou99]

Yes, that I have checked. The link is present in one of it's 'top best' page.

Anyway, thanks for the quick response.

[avinash]

@elliekushn I agree.

If indeed the link is alive then you can just disavow it. Otherwise, don't bother. Just filter out in analytics.

[kartikgo]

If a link sending spam traffic. Then add it up in your disavow list.

[soleseriouss]

can you share the source link with us?

[ecampbell]

If you're experiencing spam traffic from a link that you believe is unrelated to your niche and you're concerned about potential penalties, here's how you can approach the situation:

Identify the source: Determine where the spam traffic is originating from. Check your website analytics to see the referral sources and investigate the specific link that is sending the spam traffic.

Block the traffic: If you can identify the source of the spam traffic, you can block it using various methods. For example, you can block the IP address or domain associated with the spam traffic using your website's firewall or through your hosting provider.

Disavow the link: If the spam link is impacting your website's rankings or causing other issues, you can disavow it using the Google Disavow Tool. This tool informs Google that you don't want the specific link to be considered when evaluating your website.

Monitor and document: Keep an eye on your website's analytics and search console for any further issues. Take screenshots or keep records of the spam traffic to provide evidence if needed.

Report the issue: If you believe the link is intentionally malicious or violating Google's guidelines, you can report it to Google through the Google Search Console's spam report tool.

Remember, even if the link is sending spam traffic, it may not necessarily result in penalties for your website. However, taking the above steps will help you address the issue and mitigate any potential negative impact.

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