How to Use Reddit and Quora for Explosive SEO Traffic (Without Spamming)

Most marketers ignore Reddit and Quora or worse, spam them with low effort links. But when used correctly, these platforms can drive high quality, long term SEO traffic without penalties.

In fact:
✔ Reddit sends 3.2 billion monthly visits (SimilarWeb)
✔ Quora ranks for 4.7 million keywords (Ahrefs)
✔ Both sites pass strong “link juice” (DR 90+)

In this guide, you’ll learn:
✅ The exact step by step strategy to leverage Reddit & Quora for SEO
✅ How to generate backlinks without getting banned
✅ Real examples of sites getting 50K+ monthly visits from these platforms
✅ Advanced automation tricks (that don’t violate guidelines)

By the end, you’ll know how to turn discussions into traffic magnets ethically.

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Why Reddit & Quora Work for SEO (When Done Right)

1. They Rank for Thousands of Long Tail Keywords

• Quora answers outrank blog posts for “how to” and “why does” queries.

• Reddit threads dominate product reviews and opinions.

Example:
“Why does my cat bite me when I pet him?”
→ Quora answer outranks 5 veterinary blogs.

2. They Pass High Authority Backlinks

• Reddit’s Domain Rating (DR): 94

• Quora’s DR: 91

• Links from these sites boost your rankings (if natural).

3. They Drive Targeted Referral Traffic

Unlike social media, Reddit/Quora users actively seek solutions meaning higher conversion rates.

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Part 1: How to Use Reddit for SEO Traffic

Step 1: Find High-Traffic Subreddits

Avoid small, inactive subs. Instead:

• Use r/FindAReddit or Subreddit Stats

• Target subs with 50K+ members and daily posts

Best Subreddits for SEO Traffic:

• r/explainlikeimfive (for “beginner” keywords)

• r/AskReddit (for viral discussions)

• r/[YourNiche] (e.g., r/SEO, r/WordPress)

Step 2: Provide Insanely Valuable Answers

Bad Approach:

• “Check out my blog for the answer!” → Banned.

Good Approach:

1. Answer the question fully in the thread.

2. Add a brief CTA like:
   “I wrote a detailed guide with screenshots here: [link].”

Example:

• Post: “How do I migrate my site to WordPress?”

• Reply: *”Here’s a step by step breakdown (I’ve done this 50+ times): [Short answer]. Full tutorial: [link].”*

Step 3: Leverage “Upvote Timing”

• Posts gain traction if they get 5+ upvotes in the first hour.

• Best posting times: Weekdays 9-11 AM EST (when mods are active).

Step 4: Repurpose Top Threads into Blog Content

• Find highly upvoted questions in your niche.

• Turn them into “Reddit Roundup” posts (with proper attribution).

Example:
“17 Reddit Users Reveal the Best CRM Tools (2024)”

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Part 2: How to Use Quora for SEO Traffic

Step 1: Target High-Volume Questions

• Use Ahrefs or UberSuggest to find Quora pages ranking on Google.

• Search: site:quora.com “[your keyword]”

Example:
“site:quora.com ‘best email marketing tools'”

Step 2: Write Detailed, Link-Worthy Answers

Bad:

• “Try [Tool]. Link: [affiliate].” → Flagged as spam.

Good:

1. Write 300-500 words (longer answers rank better).

2. Include stats, examples, and step-by-step advice.

3. Add a natural link:
   “I tested 10 tools—here’s a comparison chart: [link].”

Step 3: Optimize for Featured Snippets

Quora answers often appear in “People Also Ask” boxes. To increase chances:

• Keep paragraphs under 3 sentences.

• Use bullet points and numbered lists.

Example:
“How do I start a podcast?”
→ Answer starts with:

1. Choose your niche

2. Get a USB mic

3. Use Anchor.fm for free hosting

Step 4: Automate (Without Spamming)

• Use IFTTT to track new questions in your niche.

• Set up Google Alerts for “Quora [your topic]”.

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Part 3: Advanced Tactics for Maximum Traffic

1. The “Deleted Link” Hack

• Some subreddits auto-remove links.

• Workaround: Post link in comments after discussion gains traction.

2. The “Quora Space” Strategy

• Create a Quora Space (like a mini-forum).

• Cross-promote answers to build a following.

3. The “Reddit Wiki” Backdoor

• Some subs let you edit wikis.

• Add your link as a resource (if genuinely helpful).

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Real Success Stories

Case Study 1: 50K Monthly Visits from Reddit

• Tactic: Answered 50+ questions in r/Entrepreneur.

• Result: One thread drove 12K clicks to a free tool.

Case Study 2: Quora Featured Snippet Domination

• Tactic: Optimized 20 answers for snippets.

• Result: 7 now rank #1 in Google.

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What NOT to Do (Avoid Bans)

❌ Post the same link repeatedly
❌ Use affiliate links without disclosure
❌ Answer irrelevant questions