Want to squeeze even more ranking power from your Private Blog Network (PBN)?
Then it’s time to talk about Tier 2 PBNs — one of the most underrated SEO weapons.
Smart PBN building services use Tier 2 networks to boost the power of their main PBN links (Tier 1), creating layers of authority that Google rewards.
Let’s break down how to build a Tier 2 PBN the right way.
What is a Tier 2 PBN?
Simple:
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Tier 1 = PBN sites linking directly to your money site
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Tier 2 = PBN sites linking to your Tier 1 PBNs
The goal? Power up your existing PBN backlinks so they pass even more link juice to your site.
Suggested further reading: “How to Build a Tiered Link Building Strategy with PBNs“
Why Build Tier 2 PBNs?
Benefits include:
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Increased authority flow
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Lower risk (Google rarely checks links beyond Tier 1)
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Faster ranking movement
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Stronger anchor text control at Tier 1
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Helps new Tier 1 PBN posts index faster
Tier 2 is where you can be a little more aggressive without risking your main site.
Best Practices for Tier 2 PBN Setup
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Cheaper Domains Are Okay
You don’t need premium domains for Tier 2 — focus on quantity over quality, but still avoid spam. -
AI Content is Fine (With Editing)
AI-generated articles are acceptable at Tier 2, as long as they’re readable and pass indexing checks. -
Hosting Diversity Still Matters
Even at Tier 2, avoid footprints. Use unique hosting, varying nameservers, and different CMS platforms.
Suggested further reading: “Managing 10, 50, or 100+ PBN Sites at Scale“
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Aggressive Anchor Text Allowed
Tier 2 is the place to use exact match or keyword-rich anchors — since it’s not linking directly to your money site. -
Link to Inner Tier 1 Posts
Don’t just power up homepage links — boost individual blog posts on your Tier 1 PBN for better indexing and ranking power.
How Many Tier 2 PBN Links Should You Build?
Start small:
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5-10 Tier 2 links per Tier 1 PBN post
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Drip feed links over 2-4 weeks
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Monitor indexing and movement
Scale up depending on competition and ranking results.
Suggested further reading: “How Many PBN Links Do You Really Need?“
Final Thoughts
Tier 2 PBNs are a secret weapon that most average SEOs overlook.
If you want faster rankings and safer power-building, this layered link strategy is key.
Need help building a smart Tier 2 network? Our expert PBN setup services can handle Tier 1 and Tier 2 builds — safely and effectively.
Or if you just want high-powered links done right, grab our PBN links packages — fully optimized for link flow.
