Domain Rating [DR]

Domain Rating (DR) is an Ahrefs metric (0-100 scale) measuring a domain’s backlink profile strength, based on the quantity and quality of backlinks, critical for 2025 SEO. Higher DR indicates stronger authority. The synonym “Domain Strength” is descriptive, while “Backlink Authority” is broader, including non-Ahrefs metrics. For example, a DR of 70 makes a domain a prime PBN candidate. In Domain Hunter Gatherer (DHG), DR filters domains for powerful link-building. In 2025, DR predicts ranking potential, though Ahrefs clarifies it’s not a direct Google factor. Compared to URL Rating, DR evaluates the entire domain. SEO professionals prioritize high-DR domains to boost link juice, enhancing rankings. Domain Rating streamlines domain selection for impactful SEO strategies. Secure high-DR domains with Domain Hunter Gatherer!