ugh man i get hit with nostalgia sometimes about how link building used to be. back then it was way simpler you know? find a site, send a quick email, bam backlink. no crazy tools or spammy outreach templates just real connections. been thinking maybe those free lowkey methods still work a bit. like legit blog comments, hunting resource pages manually, or forums with actual traffic. not spammy stuff but real engagement. also heard simple niche edits or swapping links with real partners can work without pbn or black hat stuff. imo people forget the basics can pack a punch if done right. anyone still using old school free methods that are actually worth it or is it all dead now?