Chrome Store Extension – NoFollow, Sponsored, UGC Links Checker
The NoFollow, Sponsored, UGC Links Checker is a powerful Chrome extension designed for digital marketers, SEO professionals, content creators, and web developers who need to identify and analyze special link attributes across web pages. This tool brings transparency to how websites implement link attributes that impact search engine crawling and ranking behavior.
What It Does
This extension scans web pages to detect and visually highlight three critical link attributes: “nofollow,” “sponsored,” and “UGC” (User Generated Content). These attributes play a significant role in how search engines interpret links, whether they pass PageRank, and how they’re categorized for indexing purposes. Understanding these attributes is crucial for effective SEO strategy and regulatory compliance.
With a single click, the extension provides a comprehensive analysis of all links on the current page, making visible what is typically hidden in the HTML code. Each link type is color-coded for immediate visual identification, allowing users to quickly assess link implementation across websites.
Examples:
Basic nofollow link
Nofollow Link Example
Nofollow link with additional attributes
User Profile (nofollow)
Paid link properly marked as sponsored
Sponsored Product
Affiliate link with sponsored attribute
Buy Now
Sponsored link with nofollow (for backward compatibility)
Special Offer
Link in a comment section
Check this out
Forum post link with UGC attribute
Discussion Thread
User-submitted content with multiple attributes
User Blog
Key Features
The extension offers a robust set of features beyond basic detection. Users can customize highlighting colors for each link type, enabling personalized visual differentiation. The detailed statistics display provides immediate insights into link distribution across the page.
For deeper analysis, the built-in filtering system allows users to search through detected links by text, URL, or attribute type. Data can be exported in both CSV and JSON formats for integration with reporting tools or further analysis.
The auto-check functionality automatically scans pre-configured domains upon visit, saving time for frequent analysis of specific websites. For convenience, a right-click context menu option provides instant access to the scanning feature from anywhere on the page.
Practical Applications
For SEO professionals, this tool offers immediate insight into how competitors structure their outbound links and helps verify proper implementation of link attributes on their own sites. Content marketers can ensure sponsored content disclosure compliance by confirming proper attribute usage. Web developers can audit sites for correct link implementation during development or maintenance.
With its intuitive interface, customizable settings, and comprehensive feature set, the NoFollow, Sponsored, UGC Links Checker transforms complex link analysis into a straightforward process accessible to both technical and non-technical users. Whether for competitive analysis, compliance verification, or technical auditing, this extension provides the essential insights needed to understand and optimize link attribute strategies.