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Ahrefs.
Tools for keyword research, backlink analysis, site audits, and rank tracking, with content restrictions to check before use.
THE BASICS
What it offers
Ahrefs combines Site Explorer, Keywords Explorer, Site Audit, and Rank Tracker in a subscription platform. Its free account offers limited tools for verified websites; paid plans expand the available data and usage limits. [1] [2]
Keyword research
Use Keywords Explorer to investigate search opportunities.
Site research
Explore backlinks and competing sites through Site Explorer.
Audits & tracking
Audit technical issues and follow selected keyword rankings.
What stands out
- Research and auditing tools within one account.
- A free account and Starter plan offer entry points.
What to weigh up
- Adult-content restrictions apply; eligibility is not confirmed.
- Starter limits include 200 monthly credits and no report exports.
ATN’s observations from published information. Performance, support quality, and ease of use have not been independently tested.
KNOW THE FULL COST
Pricing snapshot
Ahrefs’ Starter help page lists $29/month and Lite at $129/month in its USD comparison. Starter renews monthly, includes 200 credits, and does not allow buying extra credits or users.
The pricing page served during this check displayed EUR amounts: Starter €27/month and Lite €119/month. Check your account’s currency, billing term, taxes, and any add-ons before paying; these are regional prices, not currency conversions.
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Content & affiliate policies
Adult-content restrictions
Usage & plan limits
Starter has 200 monthly credits, one unverified project, and no report exports. Extra users and credits cannot be purchased on Starter. Compare limits against the work you expect to do before choosing a plan. [2]
Affiliate program
Ahrefs’ official statement, published June 12, 2023 and still available when checked, says its public affiliate program was discontinued. No replacement public offer or ATN partnership was verified. This page uses direct links. [5]
CHECK THE DETAILS
Sources & verification
Provider pages checked on . This verifies the information shown here against those pages; it is not a product test or a guarantee of future pricing.
- Plans & pricing — regional prices and included tools (opens in a new tab)Ahrefs · Official source
- Starter plan — USD prices and usage limits (opens in a new tab)Ahrefs · Official source
- Ahrefs Content Policy (opens in a new tab)Ahrefs · Official source
- Ahrefs Terms of Service (opens in a new tab)Ahrefs · Official source
- Official affiliate-program statement (opens in a new tab)Ahrefs · Official source
No score or testing claim has been assigned.