Links that open in a new window?

Discussion in 'Link Development' started by andrej, Sep 11, 2007.

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    I wonder if there is any difference in SEO between links that open in a new window or those just without the target="blank" tag?
     
    andrej, Sep 11, 2007 IP
  2. trichnosis

    trichnosis Prominent Member

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    search engines will ignore target tag on links
     
    trichnosis, Sep 11, 2007 IP
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    kentuckyslone Notable Member

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    That is correct.

    There is no difference at all. Target tags will not affect SEO one way or the other.
     
    kentuckyslone, Sep 11, 2007 IP
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  4. andrej

    andrej Notable Member

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    OK, thanks guys for explaining. I thought so, but was not sure.
     
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    Killermule Well-Known Member

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    wow i never even thought whether it would affect SEs...

    Wat would make u ask such a question???...
     
    Killermule, Sep 15, 2007 IP
  6. kohinoor

    kohinoor Peon

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    Target tag never show any effect in SEO.
     
    kohinoor, Sep 15, 2007 IP