If you have a blog, you’ve likely received emails asking to collaborate on a “guest post” which often translates to posting sketchy links for SEO. Recently, I received such an email that was surprisingly different. The result was fascinating, yet disappointing, as it exposed bad ethics and offered a paltry payment for unethical behavior. The request was to include a do-follow link for a fee, aiming to manipulate search rankings. This unethical practice involves not disclosing payment and deceiving readers. The company behind this is suspicious, with fake employees and a fraudulent website. As content creators, we have a responsibility to maintain ethical standards and transparency with our readers.
https://ntietz.com/blog/ethics-105-dollars/