Build on backlink data without the platform tax.
One API key. 2,500 requests on Scale. Power internal tooling, automated reports, and client dashboards for your entire roster without per-seat pricing or enterprise contracts.
You're not paying for a subscription. You're paying for access.
Ahrefs API Access
For programmatic and internal tooling
Backlinq Scale
Programmatic access, agency volume
Comparing to an Ahrefs subscription rather than their API? Their subscription gives you a dashboard, not programmatic access. If you're building tooling, the API tier is the relevant comparison.
Built for agency workflows
No Per-Seat Pricing
One API key, one flat price. Query 10 client domains or 100, the cost doesn't change based on how many you analyze.
Build What You Actually Need
Clean JSON means you can build internal dashboards, automated reports, or client portals exactly how you want them.
White-Label Ready
Raw JSON you can shape into branded deliverables. Your clients see your branding, not a third-party tool.
Instant Scalability
Upgrade or downgrade anytime. No annual contracts, no negotiations, no account managers.
Bulk Domain Comparison
Compare up to 5 domains side-by-side in a single request. Built for competitive analysis and new client pitches.
Automated Reporting
Wire the API into your existing workflow and generate SEO snapshots on a schedule. Hands off.
What agencies build with Backlinq
Client Onboarding Audits
Pull backlink profiles, domain authority, and spam scores the moment a new client comes in. No manual lookups.
Monthly SEO Reporting
Track DA changes, backlink growth, and referring domain movement across your full portfolio without opening a browser.
Competitive Analysis
Map your clients against their top competitors to surface link gap opportunities and pitch bigger retainers.
Pro vs Scale for agencies
Pro works for smaller teams running periodic audits. Scale is built for agencies with an active client roster and automated workflows.
| Feature | Pro ($49/mo) | Scale ($129/mo) |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly requests | 500 | 2,500 |
| All 4 endpoints | ✓ | ✓ |
| Domain comparison (up to 5) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pay-as-you-go overage | $0.10/req | $0.10/req |
| Team API key sharing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Suitable for agency volume | — | ✓ |
Not sure which plan fits? Start with free tier with 30 requests, no card required. Upgrade when you need to.
Start freeStop paying for the platform. Start paying for the data.
Four GET endpoints. Clean JSON. One API key for your whole team. Build the internal tooling your agency actually needs.