Exporting Your Domains or Posts as a CSV File

Introduction

Do you want to grab a list of all your private blog network domains, or of the latest posts in a submission? Perhaps you’d like to tier your links or file reports for clients?

Every table on our site can be downloaded as a CSV file, from article submissions to lists of domains in a particular network.

How CSV Export Works

To customize your download, simply use the filters at the top of the table to grab the items you want. The system will export exactly what you see on screen after applying your filters.

Basic Export Process

1. Navigate to the relevant page (Articles, Domains, Networks, etc.)
2. Apply filters to narrow down your results
3. Scroll to the bottom of the page
4. Click the orange CSV button to download

Common Export Scenarios

Exporting Link Reports

Grab All Posts That Link to ‘mydomain.com’

1. Click ‘Articles’ in the main menu
2. In the ‘keywords’ box simply type ‘mydomain.com’ then submit
3. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click the orange CSV button

Use case: Perfect for tracking all backlinks pointing to a specific money site or tracking link velocity over time.

Export All Posts That Mention ‘car insurance’

1. Enter ‘car insurance’ in the same keyword box as above
2. Click search and then hit export

Use case: Ideal for niche analysis, competitor research, or auditing content themes across your network.

Network-Specific Exports

Get All Posts in Your ‘Health’ Network

1. Enter ‘health’ into the network field at the top of the articles page
2. Click search
3. Scroll to the bottom of the page and hit the export button

Use case: Essential for network performance analysis, content auditing, or preparing niche-specific reports.

Export All Domains in the ‘Finance’ Network

1. Click ‘Networks’ at the top of the page
2. Click your network name
3. Use the export tool at the bottom of the page

Use case: Perfect for client reporting, domain inventory management, or preparing transfer documentation.

Advanced Filtering Techniques

Date Range Filtering

Filter by publication dates to track campaign performance:

• Last 30 days - Recent campaign analysis
• Specific date ranges - Campaign-specific reporting
• Monthly/quarterly - Regular client reports

Content Type Filtering

Filter by different content characteristics:

• Post length - Quality control reporting
• Author name - Writer performance tracking
• Categories - Niche-specific analysis
• Tags - Topic clustering analysis

Domain-Specific Filtering

Filter domains by various criteria:

• Domain age - Authority-based reporting
• TLD type - Extension analysis (.com, .org, etc.)
• Network assignment - Group-based exports
• Status - Active vs. inactive domains

Client Reporting Workflows

Monthly Link Building Reports

Step 1: Filter by Date Range

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Date Range: Last 30 days
Client Domain: clientdomain.com

Step 2: Export and Format

• Download CSV file
• Open in Excel/Google Sheets
• Add client branding
• Include summary statistics

Step 3: Value-Added Analysis

• Link count by domain authority
• Anchor text distribution
• Content category breakdown
• Geographic distribution of links

Campaign-Specific Reports

For Specific Campaigns:

1. Filter by campaign tags or keywords
2. Export targeted data for that campaign
3. Create performance metrics:
   • Links delivered vs. promised
   • Domain authority distribution
   • Content quality scores
   • Timeline adherence

Competitive Analysis Reports

Industry Research:

1. Filter by niche keywords (e.g., “weight loss”, “insurance”)
2. Export competitor mention data
3. Analyze patterns:
   • Common link sources
   • Content themes
   • Anchor text strategies
   • Publication frequency

Data Analysis Applications

Link Tiering Strategies

Tier 1 Analysis:

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Filter: Links to money sites
Export: Domain list with metrics
Analysis: Authority distribution

Tier 2 Planning:

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Filter: PBN domains needing links
Export: Domain details
Analysis: Link building opportunities

Content Gap Analysis

Topic Coverage Review:

1. Export all content by niche
2. Analyze keyword distribution
3. Identify content gaps
4. Plan content calendar

Performance Monitoring

Network Health Checks:

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Filter: All domains in network
Export: Status and metrics
Analysis: 
- Uptime statistics
- Performance issues
- Maintenance needs

CSV File Formats and Structure

Standard Article Export Fields

Typical article CSV exports include:

• Article ID - Unique identifier
• Title - Post title
• URL - Published URL
• Domain - Publishing domain
• Date Published - Publication timestamp
• Word Count - Content length
• Category - Content classification
• Tags - Topic tags
• Author - Content author
• Status - Publication status

Domain Export Fields

Standard domain CSV exports include:

• Domain Name - Full domain
• Network - Network assignment
• Status - Active/inactive
• Registration Date - When registered
• Expiry Date - When expires
• Nameservers - Current NS settings
• Theme - Active WordPress theme
• Last Updated - Most recent modification

Excel and Google Sheets Integration

Excel Pivot Table Analysis

Once exported, create pivot tables for:

• Link distribution by domain authority
• Content volume by publication date
• Network performance by metrics
• Client reporting summaries

Google Sheets Automation

Advanced Integration:

1. Import CSV data automatically
2. Create dynamic dashboards
3. Set up email alerts for new data
4. Build client portal access

Data Visualization

Transform CSV data into:

• Charts and graphs for trends
• Heat maps for performance
• Timeline visualizations for campaigns
• Geographic maps for link distribution

Automation and Scheduling

Regular Export Schedules

Weekly Team Reports:

• Export new content publications
• Track link building progress
• Monitor network health

Monthly Client Reports:

• Campaign performance summaries
• Link delivery confirmations
• Network expansion updates

Quarterly Business Reviews:

• Network growth analysis
• ROI calculations
• Strategic planning data

Integration with Other Tools

CRM Integration:

• Export client data for CRM updates
• Track project deliverables
• Monitor client satisfaction metrics

SEO Tools Integration:

• Import domain lists into rank trackers
• Update backlink monitoring tools
• Sync with analytics platforms

Best Practices for CSV Management

File Organization

Naming Conventions:

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YYYY-MM-DD_ClientName_ReportType.csv
2023-11-18_AcmeCorpLinks_Monthly.csv
2023-11-18_HealthNetwork_Domains.csv

Folder Structure:

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/Reports
  /Clients
    /AcmeCorp
      /2023
        /Monthly
  /Internal
    /NetworkAnalysis
    /Performance

Data Security

Sensitive Data Handling:

• Encrypt exported files containing sensitive data
• Use secure file sharing for client deliverables
• Implement access controls for internal reports
• Regular cleanup of old export files

Quality Control

Data Validation:

• Review exports before sharing
• Verify filter accuracy
• Check for data completeness
• Test import compatibility with target systems

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Export Limitations

Large Dataset Issues:

• Break large exports into smaller chunks
• Use date range filtering to reduce size
• Export by network rather than all data
• Contact support for bulk export assistance

File Format Problems

Compatibility Issues:

• UTF-8 encoding for special characters
• Comma vs. semicolon delimiters
• Date format consistency
• Number format standardization

Filter Not Working

Common Filter Issues:

1. Clear previous filters before setting new ones
2. Check spelling in search terms
3. Use exact matching for domain names
4. Try broader search terms if no results

Conclusion

CSV export functionality is a powerful tool for managing your PBN data, creating client reports, and analyzing network performance. By mastering the filtering and export features, you can streamline your reporting processes and provide valuable insights to stakeholders.

Whether you’re tracking link building campaigns, monitoring network health, or preparing client deliverables, the CSV export system provides the flexibility and detail needed for professional PBN management.