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04 Internal Linking Architecture

4.1 Hierarchical link structure

4.1.1 Homepage → category → subcategory → product
Homepage distributes authority to primary categories
Category pages aggregate products, filters, and subcategory navigation
Subcategory pages refine by brand, size, material, and price
Product pages are terminal nodes with contextual outbound links

4.1.2 Cross-category navigation (workflow clusters)

Workflow
Link sequence
Objective
Rolling preparation
Papers → Filter Tips → Rolling Gears
Maximize basket completion
Glass enhancement ecosystem
Bongs → Pre-coolers → Bowls → Cleaning supplies
Increase attachment rate and satisfaction
Brand loyalty reinforcement
Brand page → full line → related accessories
Increase lifetime value
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4.1.3 Brand-centric linking hubs

Purpose: consolidate manufacturer content into brand archive pages and distribute relevance.

4.2 Contextual internal linking

4.2.1 Product-to-product recommendations
Primary product
Recommended complement
Context
Elements Green Connoisseur
Elements filter tips
Same-brand ecosystem completion
Molino Glass bong
Compatible inline pre-cooler
Functional upgrade pathway
RAW Organic rolls
RAW Classic papers
Format alternative exploration
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4.2.2 Usage-based linking (glass)
Bong → pre-coolers (filtration enhancement)
Pre-cooler → bowls matching joint size (compatibility)
Bowls → screens/adapters (customization)
Any glass → cleaning supplies (maintenance)
4.2.3 Price-tier navigation
Entry-level → mid-range upgrade prompts
Mid-range → budget alternative or premium upgrade
Premium → collector / exclusive tier

4.3 Technical implementation notes

4.3.1 Breadcrumb optimization
Pattern: Home > Category > Subcategory > Product
Clickable segments (except current page)
Add BreadcrumbList
Mobile truncation for long product names
4.3.2 Footer & sidebar placement
Location
Link type
Crawl priority intent
Footer
Categories, customer service, legal, contact
Secondary navigation
Sidebar (category pages)
Related categories, top brands, price filters
Primary discovery
Sidebar (product pages)
Same-brand, complementary categories, recently viewed
Primary conversion support
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4.3.3 Anchor text variation targets
Exact match: 30–40%
Partial match: 40–50%
Branded / generic: 20–30%
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