Why universal numbers fail
A local Belgian service page and a pan-European SaaS category page live in different competitive arenas. Copying a generic ‘you need X referring domains’ target ignores that reality.
A better framing
Compare the referring domain quantity and quality of URLs already ranking for your priority queries. Identify gaps in relevant domains, not only raw counts. Then set acquisition goals against those gaps.
Quality still dominates
Twenty relevant Belgian and industry domains can outweigh a hundred weak directory-style links. Measure progress in meaningful domains acquired and supported URL coverage.
Keep building topical authority
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