Authority Score [AS]

Authority Score (AS) is a Semrush metric (0-100 scale) measuring a domain’s overall SEO strength, based on backlinks, traffic, and keyword rankings, critical for 2025 link-building. Higher AS signals greater authority. The synonym “Domain Authority” risks confusion with Moz’s metric, while “SEO Strength” is broader, less specific. For example, an AS of 65 makes a domain ideal for PBNs. In Domain Hunter Gatherer (DHG), AS filters domains for robust link-building. In 2025, AS predicts ranking potential, though Semrush notes it’s not a Google factor. Compared to Traffic, AS is more holistic, including backlinks. SEO professionals prioritize high-AS domains to enhance link profiles, driving rankings. Authority Score streamlines domain selection. Secure high-AS domains with Domain Hunter Gatherer!