Anchor Text

Anchor text is the visible, clickable text in a hyperlink. It signals to both users and search engines what the linked page is about. Anchor text types include exact match (using the target keyword), partial match, branded, generic ('click here'), and naked URLs. Strategic anchor text distribution affects SEO.

How This Applies to Home Care Marketing

For home care agencies, thoughtful anchor text usage improves both user experience and search rankings. Internal links using descriptive anchor text—like “our dementia care services” instead of “click here”—help visitors navigate while signaling to Google what each page covers.

When building backlinks from external sites, varied anchor text appears more natural. If every backlink uses “home care Phoenix,” it may trigger spam filters. A healthy backlink profile includes branded anchors (“ABC Home Care”), partial matches (“senior care services in Phoenix”), and natural phrases (“this home care agency”).

Key Takeaway

For internal links, use descriptive anchor text that tells readers what they’ll find. For external link building, aim for natural variety. Avoid over-optimized exact-match anchors, which can appear manipulative to search engines.

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