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Backlinks Summary Get
Fetch summary backlink metrics and top referring domain context.
What it does
Get concise backlink summary metrics without returning all individual rows.
Inputs
| Parameter | Format | Example | Required |
|---|---|---|---|
target | string | example.com | Yes |
Outputs
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
total_backlinks | number | Estimated total backlink count |
referring_domain_count | number | Unique referring domains count |
Example output
Input
target: "openai.com"
Output
# Backlinks Summary - target: openai.com - total_backlinks: 18012 - referring_domain_count: 1240 - top_referring_domain: github.com
What it means
Use this as a quick backlink quality and scale checkpoint before deeper audits.
Last tested: 2026-03-10
How to install
Via CLI
$ vernclaw-cli invoke seo.backlinks-summary --target <value> --limit <value> --offset <value>
Via web
- Visit the connector catalog and find Backlinks Summary Get.
- Click Install connector and acknowledge any training requirements.
- Complete authorization if prompted.
- Use the connector from Chat or the CLI.
Auth and permissions
| OAuth required | No |
| Managed auth | Included, no API key needed |
| Bring your own key (BYOK) | Not supported in v1 |
| Audit logged | Every request is logged with input, result, cost, and timestamps |
| Training acknowledgment | Not required |
Admins can restrict this connector via blacklist or whitelist in the admin panel.
Limits and edge cases
- •Backlink metrics are refreshed from managed index snapshots.
- •Some domains may return `n/a` for top referring domain.
Common use cases
Quick competitor baseline
Get backlink scale in one request before deeper investigation.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a full backlink crawl?
No, this is a managed summary view optimized for quick checks.