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Google Disavow File Generator

Generate properly formatted disavow files to protect your website from harmful backlinks

SEO
Disavow
Backlinks
Google

This will be added as a comment in your disavow file for identification purposes.

If you already have a disavow file, upload it or paste its content here to merge with new entries.

Enter one domain per line. This will disavow all links from these domains and their subdomains.

Enter one URL per line. This will disavow only these specific pages, not the entire domain.

About Google Disavow Files

A Google Disavow File is a powerful SEO tool that allows you to tell Google to ignore specific backlinks when evaluating your website. This tool helps protect your site from harmful or toxic links that could negatively impact your search engine rankings.

When to Use Disavow Files:

  • You've identified spammy or low-quality backlinks pointing to your site
  • Your site has been hit by a manual penalty from Google
  • You suspect negative SEO attacks against your website
  • You have backlinks from irrelevant or unrelated websites
  • Links from websites that violate Google's quality guidelines

File Format Requirements:

  • Must be in UTF-8 or 7-bit ASCII text format
  • Maximum file size of 2MB
  • Maximum of 100,000 lines (including comments and blank lines)
  • One URL or domain per line
  • Use "domain:" prefix to disavow entire domains
  • Comments start with # and are ignored by Google

Best Practices:

  • Always try to remove harmful links manually before using the disavow tool
  • Be conservative - only disavow links you're confident are harmful
  • Disavow entire domains rather than individual URLs when the whole site is spammy
  • Keep records of your disavow files and the reasons for each entry
  • Monitor your rankings after submitting a disavow file

Important: All processing happens in your browser. No data is sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a Google Disavow File?
A Google Disavow File is a text file that tells Google to ignore specific backlinks when evaluating your website. It helps protect your site from harmful or toxic links that could negatively impact your search rankings.
When should I use the Google Disavow Tool?
Use the disavow tool when you have identified harmful backlinks pointing to your site, such as links from spam sites, link farms, or irrelevant websites. It's also useful if you've been hit by a manual penalty or suspect negative SEO attacks.
What's the difference between disavowing domains vs URLs?
Disavowing a domain (using "domain:" prefix) tells Google to ignore all links from that entire domain and its subdomains. Disavowing individual URLs only affects those specific pages. Use domain-level disavowal for sites that are entirely spammy.
How long does it take for Google to process disavow files?
Google typically notices new disavow files within 48 hours, but it can take weeks or months for Google to re-crawl and fully process all the disavowed links. The impact on your rankings may not be immediate.
Can I undo a link disavowal?
Yes, you can modify your disavow file and re-upload it to Google Search Console. However, there's no guarantee on timing, and it may take considerable time for Google to process the changes.
Is my data processed securely?
Yes, all processing happens entirely in your browser. No data is sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security of your disavow information.