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Pull bulk domain backlink profiles into Google Sheets with DataForSEO

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1. Workflow Overview

This workflow helps you retrieve backlink profile data for a large list of domains without running separate a...

Best for

  • Market Research automation workflows
  • intermediate n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.manualtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.aggregate, n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets, n8n-nodes-base.splitout, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote, n8n-nodes-dataforseo.dataforseobacklinksapi

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by DataForSEO.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Pull bulk domain backlink profiles into Google Sheets with DataForSEO
Workflow name
Pull bulk domain backlink profiles into Google Sheets with DataForSEO

This workflow helps you retrieve backlink profile data for a large list of domains without running separate audits for each one.

On each manual run, the workflow reads your target domains from a Google Sheet and sends them as a batch request to the DataForSEO Bulk Pages Summary endpoint, which returns a comprehensive backlink overview for up to 1000 domains in a single call. For each domain, the workflow retrieves key backlink metrics, including the total number of backlinks, referring domains, domain rank, spam score, and more. After that, the results are mapped directly back to your spreadsheet.

The result is a fast, scalable backlink analysis system that lets you analyze entire domain lists in seconds and keep your data organized without manual exports.

Who's it for

This workflow is perfect for SEO experts, link-building specialists, and digital agencies who need to quickly and at scale audit and compare backlink profiles across multiple domains.

What it does

This workflow automatically retrieves a full backlink summary for a list of domains specified in a Google Sheet and writes the results back to the spreadsheet. The retrieved backlink data includes backlink count, referring domains, domain rank, spam score for each target, and more.

How it works

Triggers manually whenever you want to run a bulk backlink profile analysis.

Reads the list of target domains from your Google Sheet.

Aggregates all domains into a single batch request.

Sends the request to the DataForSEO Bulk Pages Summary endpoint and retrieves backlink profile data for each domain.

Writes the data back to the corresponding rows in your Google Sheet.

Requirements

  • DataForSEO account and API credentials
  • Google Sheets integration connected to n8n

Customization

You can customize this workflow by adjusting which backlink metrics are written to the sheet, switching from domain-level to page-level or subdomain-level analysis, increasing or reducing the batch size, adding filters based on spam score or domain rank, or scheduling the workflow to run automatically at regular intervals.

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - When clicking ‘Execute workflow’

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.manualTrigger - manualTrigger
Config choices
Version 1

Block 2 - Aggregate

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.aggregate - aggregate
Config choices
Version 1

Block 3 - Update row in sheet

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices
Version 4.7

Block 4 - Get targets

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices
Version 4.7

Block 5 - Split out (items)

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.splitOut - splitOut
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 7 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 8 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 9 - Get backlink profiles

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-dataforseo.dataForSeoBacklinksApi - dataForSeoBacklinksApi
Config choices
Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Pull bulk domain backlink profiles into Google Sheets with DataForSEO
Complexity intermediate
Nodes 9
Categories Market Research
Author DataForSEO
Published 17 Apr 2026

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/15107/15107.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Pull bulk domain backlink profiles into Google Sheets with DataForSEO do?

This workflow helps you retrieve backlink profile data for a large list of domains without running separate a...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Market Research use case.