We hear this all the time. Here’s the short answer: higher isn’t always better. If you want quick traction on an existing page, established mid- to high-DA links on relevant sites usually work best. If you’re playing the long game, highly relevant guest posts on moderate-DA sites often drive steadier growth. In both cases, DA helps — but it doesn’t decide the outcome. What does? Relevance. A DA 30–40 site that closely matches your topic can outperform a DA 70 site that doesn’t. That’s because search engines care more about context, alignment, and real trust than a single metric. That’s also why strong link profiles don’t sit at one DA level. They blend relevance, consistency, and authority. Bottom line:
The right DA depends on your goal, timing, and strategy — not the biggest number on the page. If you want help choosing the right DA range for your next placement, we’re happy to help.