Quote: Originally Posted by bogs Not all paid links violate google guidelines, read this: http://www.google.com/support/webmas...y?answer=66736 that's right, paid links are fine as long as you aren't attempting to manipulate serps etc. Cutts has said that directory links etc that are paid for should be ok as long as there is a formal review process and real editorial oversight, meaning that the directory doesn't accept just everyone and doesn't accept spam and low quality websites. so check who else is in the directory etc... there are many people out there selling links and I would be cautious about many of these techniques. i would try to get links from a wide variety of sources: blogs and forums, free and paid directories, article submissions, recip links from relevant and related sites, etc