I have been using Collaborator for purchasing guest posts with the expectation of securing permanent links that would benefit my SEO strategy over the long term. Unfortunately, my recent experience has been far from satisfactory.
Support Response
Collaborator offers two types of insurance:
- Free Insurance: Covers deletion for 3 months but does not cover non-indexation.
- Extended Insurance: Costs an additional 10% of the deal’s value for one year, covering both deletion and non-indexation.
Since my deals did not have extended insurance, I was told that Collaborator could only attempt to contact the site owners but could not offer any financial guarantees or take further action. While this may be a standard policy, it raises serious concerns about the value and reliability of the service.
Key Issues
- Lack of Indemnity: The free insurance only covers deletions within the first 3 months and offers no solution for non-indexed content. This undermines the concept of "permanent links."
- Inconsistent Quality Control: The fact that so many of my purchased links have either been deleted or failed to index indicates a lack of quality control on Collaborator’s end. Platforms that care about their reputation should ensure that the sites they work with provide reliable and lasting value to clients.
- Reputation Risk: Collaborator’s inaction on these issues reflects poorly on its service quality and could damage their reputation. This is a concern not just for me but for anyone considering using their platform for SEO purposes.
Conclusion
Based on my experience, I cannot recommend Collaborator as a reliable platform for securing permanent guest post links. The lack of effective guarantees, especially around indexation and link permanence, is a significant drawback. For those who are serious about their SEO strategy and want to avoid unnecessary risks, I suggest looking for alternative platforms that offer stronger assurances and better customer support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.