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Sahar khan
Sahar khan

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Why Guest Posting Still Works (Especially for Dev Startups)

Most developer startups struggle with visibility. Ads don’t convert, and social reach is limited. One underrated growth tactic? Guest posting — when done right.

Here’s why it works in 2025:

✅ Builds real backlinks from niche-relevant sites
✅ Gets your tool in front of the right audience
✅ Boosts your search visibility long-term
✅ Positions your brand as helpful, not pushy

Quick Tips for Doing It Right:

  • Target sites your audience reads (think: dev blogs, SaaS tools, niche communities)
  • Write value-first content with code, use cases, and real insight
  • Include 1 natural link back — no keyword stuffing
  • Focus on education, not promotion

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝 — 𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐲 𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞.

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