Adsy Review & Test: September 2026
Tested first-handMy take on Adsy
A broad, well-run international marketplace: a large catalogue of verified sites, thorough filters and transparent third-party metrics on every listing. Payments are secured through escrow, though a few buyers report refund delays. Prices stay reasonable without being the lowest. A good fit for those wanting volume and international coverage with clear data, rather than the rock-bottom price.
What Adsy looks like
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Adsy: strengths and weaknesses
My own take on Adsy, not the platform's sales pitch.
Strengths
- Vast publisher network
- Detailed, transparent metrics
- Robust filtering system
- Flexible content options
- User-friendly interface
- Responsive customer support
Weaknesses
- Mandatory upfront deposit before you can do anything
- Site quality varies
- Publisher URLs stay hidden until you have deposited
- Inconsistent turnaround times
Adsy netlinking platform features
Features as described by the platform, in its own terms.
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Filterable catalogue with 20+ filters
FreeThe catalogue filters on price, Ahrefs DR, Ahrefs organic traffic, Semrush total traffic, country, language, categories and Semrush top country, plus more via More filters. You first pick the service type: Article Posting, Link Insertion or Press Release.
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Integrated third-party SEO metrics
FreeEvery site listing shows Ahrefs organic traffic, Semrush total traffic, referring domains, Ahrefs DR, Moz DA, Semrush Authority Score and the link attribution type (dofollow or not).
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Saved filters, site lists and alerts
FreeFilter sets can be saved (Save filters). You build custom site lists (My sites lists), subscribe to filters to be notified of new matching sites, and can import and export the data.
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Projects and task tracking
FreeOrders attach to projects, and a Tasks area tracks each task's progress with statuses. An automatic content check runs after the guest post is published.
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Advertiser guarantees and link monitoring
FreeAdsy states it monitors the presence of published links and provides task execution control. The platform also surfaces an average link lifetime and a per-publisher completion rate.
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API and referral program
FreeAn API service connects the platform to your own tools. A referral program pays commissions on invited users.
Adsy products and services
As described by the platform, using its own product names and prices.
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Guest post (content provided)
Observed examples from $77 to $314 depending on the sitePublication of a guest post on a catalogue site, using the content you provide (Content placement).
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Guest post (writing included)
Observed examples from $98 to $328 depending on the sitePublication of a guest post with the content written by Adsy (Writing & Placement).
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Link insertion
Adding a link into an article already published on a catalogue site, without a new article.
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Press release
Distribution of a press release, offered as a third service type alongside articles and insertions.
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Content writing
Standalone copywriting ordered through the Content purchase area, independent of a placement.
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Digital PR and media coverage
A digital PR and media coverage service, distinct from the guest-post catalogue.
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Managed services
The Adsy team handling the link-building and content strategy for you.
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SEO, email and CRO solutions
A set of adjacent services: SEO optimization and website promotion, email campaign setup, and conversion rate optimization (CRO).
Adsy pricing and specifications
announced by the platform
- Model
- Marketplace
- Interface languages
- English
- Multi-vendor negotiation
- No
- Catalogue size
- 90,000–100,000 publisher sites (announced by the platform)
- Founded
- 2017
- Entry price
- Guest posts from under $50 to several hundred; copywriting $25–$150+ (announced by the platform)
- Minimum deposit
- $25, non-refundable, credited to the account balance, in $25 increments
- Link model
- Permanent placement
- Third-party ratings
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- Trustpilot: 4.6/5 (202 reviews)
Adsy in figures
Counted in the platform interface on the dates shown. These are not figures announced by the platform. They drift: recount before relying on them.
- Catalogue size, counted 150k+ sites in total, of which 89,070 verified
Read off the marketer catalogue counter. The All sites view shows '150k+ sites'; toggling to Verified sites, with no other filter, showed 89,070. The vendor site announces 150K unique websites.
- French-language sites, counted 8,851 verified (9,714 across all statuses)
Catalogue filtered on Language = French. Verified sites showed 8,851 and All sites 9,714, so about a tenth of the catalogue.
- Price range on a listing Content placement $77 to $314+; writing included $98 to $328+
Read across listing cards: each site prices Content placement and Writing & Placement separately, and the two rise together with the site's metrics.
How Adsy scores, criterion by criterion
- Usability 8/10 (40%)
A polished, well-organized interface: the catalogue of 89,070 verified sites filters on about twenty criteria, with saved site lists and presets. It is easy to find your way around.
- Reliability 7/10 (25%)
The platform monitors link presence and secures payments through escrow, but some buyers report refund delays, which weighs on perceived reliability.
- Value for money 6/10 (20%)
Prices range from under $5 to several hundred depending on the site; the offering is broad but not the most aggressive on price, with an entry deposit fee.
- Transparency 8/10 (15%)
Every listing shows clear third-party metrics (Ahrefs, Moz, Majestic, traffic) and separates content-provided from writing-included. The Trustpilot score rests on a sizeable sample.
What other buyers say about Adsy
4.5 /5
The most recent reviews, in the order the source lists them. This is not a selection.
I’ve been using Adsy for several campaigns, and it has made the outreach process much more efficient. The platform is straightforward, offers quality publishing opportunities, and the support team is quick to assist whenever needed.
I’m a webmaster who sold my first guest post through Adsy. On June 2nd, I received an official withdrawal notification: $95 debited from my balance, transfer initiated. 27 days later — nothing in my PayPal. Two payment windows missed. Three support tickets.
Who is behind Adsy?
Adsy is a link-building marketplace founded in 2017. Adsy announces 90,000–100,000 publisher sites.
Adsy vs other backlink platforms
Adsy beside three same-type platforms, on their stated figures. A score appears only where a platform was bought from and rated; the others are still under analysis, not marked down.
| Criterion | Adsy This review | Getalink | MeUp | Collaborator.pro |
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| Overall score | 7.35/10 | 7.95/10 | 8.75/10 | 7.45/10 |
| Type | Marketplace | Marketplace | Marketplace | Marketplace |
| Catalogue | 90,000–100,000 publisher sites | 30,000+ domains, ~200 added weekly | 150,000+ websites, 80,000+ unique domains | 37,000+ websites, 2,000+ major media outlets for press releases, plus Telegram channels |
| Founded | 2017 | – | 2023 | 2018 |
| Guarantee | – | 1-year link guarantee. Refunds only if content is not delivered within 14 days; none once the live URL is delivered | 12-month guarantee on each link (or 3 to 6 months where the listing states a shorter duration), with free automatic "Dr. Linkos" monitoring (removed link, switch to nofollow or noindex) and a wallet refund when an issue cannot be resolved. All links are dofollow by default | Optional link insurance: 10% fee for one year of protection |
| Full review | – | Getalink Review & Test | MeUp Review & Test | Collaborator.pro Review & Test |
Frequently asked questions about Adsy
How many sites does Adsy have?
Adsy announces 90,000–100,000 publisher sites.
How much does a link cost on Adsy?
Adsy announces: Guest posts from under $50 to several hundred; copywriting $25–$150+.
Does Adsy require a minimum deposit?
Yes. Adsy announces: $25, non-refundable, credited to the account balance, in $25 increments.
Are Adsy links permanent?
Adsy sells permanent placement: you pay once and the link stays up, subject to the platform's own guarantee.