Here's a step-by-step process:
Login & Dashboard: Sign in to your Ahrefs account and enter your website URL into the 'Site Explorer' tool.
Overview: Once your site is loaded, navigate to the 'Backlink profile' section. Here, you'll get a snapshot of your site's overall backlink health, including the number of referring domains, backlinks, and domain rating (DR).
Referring Domains: Click on 'Referring Domains' to see a list of all domains linking to your site. Prioritize domains with a high DR, as they can significantly influence your site's ranking.
Backlinks: Navigate to the 'Backlinks' section to view individual links. Look for any suspicious or low-quality links.
Analyze Anchor Text: Under the 'Anchors' tab, review the anchor texts used for your backlinks. This can give insights into the relevance of the links and if there's any over-optimized anchor text that might appear spammy.
Lost & New Backlinks: Monitor the 'Lost' and 'New' backlinks sections to track recent changes in your backlink profile. This can help identify any lost valuable links or gain potentially harmful ones.
Disavow Harmful Links: If you identify any toxic or spammy backlinks, consider disavowing them using Google's Disavow Tool. While Ahrefs doesn't directly disavow links, it can help you identify which ones might need disavowing.
Regular Audits: Regularly conduct backlink audits to maintain a healthy link profile and promptly address any issues.
Remember, while the quantity of backlinks is important, the quality and relevance of those links play a crucial role in your site's SEO health. Regular audits in Ahrefs ensure you maintain a robust and clean backlink profile.