Why Use A Link Cloak? What Tool types are best?

Discussion in 'Link Development' started by KarlMiller, Jun 18, 2008.

  1. #1
    I just must ask even if no one will answer,
    Is link cloaking considered black hat, or not
    Acceptable by most forums or what is the story?
    I keep getting warnings from forums and article
    submission directories saying I broke
    Their rules because I promoted a link to my site.
    The link they talk about stops at my site.
    My site also contains other affiliate links to be
    chosen by the visitor if they want, that will take
    them to my affiliate sites. I think this is crazy, once
    someone visits my owned site they should be able to
    visit what ever other sites I have available there.
    I am forced to go the route of a link cloaker just to
    protect my right to promote affiliates at my web sites.
    Anyone else having this problem? If you have any
    Cloaking info, preferable free, please PM me or post
    what you are allowed to here.
    I appreciate any feedback,
    Thanks,
     
    KarlMiller, Jun 18, 2008 IP
  2. airraid81

    airraid81 Active Member

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    Linkcloaking is usually used for affiliate links, and affiliate links shouldn't be giving away PR, anyway, so just put a nofollow on your affiliate links. There's nothing wrong with doing it, it just helps protect your sales.
     
    airraid81, Jun 18, 2008 IP
  3. sayitaintso

    sayitaintso Peon

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    i searched for Link Cloaking

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  4. KarlMiller

    KarlMiller Active Member

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    Thanks guys I took care of the cloaking. I just don't understand why affiliate marketers are being forced underground by mandatory cloaking and masking and all. It is all kind of a double negative. I would prefer that everyone know who I am and were I am coming from instead of being forced to hide under a rock. Where is this all going? Thanks for your help.
     
    KarlMiller, Jun 18, 2008 IP