What do you all think about Press release for backlinks?

[Dixie]

So we all know that a press release doesnt work for an agency to pick up your story to publish it.
But for creating backlinks is a different story.
I have heard so many conflicting opinions.
But how about in 2017?

You think doing a press release would increase your ranks due to the backlinks?

[samclarks]

Don't think so. Press Release links are not considered as best approach for modern SEO.

[Dixie]

thanks for answering. Do you have credible sources?
I see so many people say yes, and no, but no one explains why, or where they get their info from.

[Michealyardy]

A press release can often rank for targeted search and bring traffic to the website. When a PR ranks on Google, the user will click on it and will most probably also click on your website.

[Jerryll]

Press releases for backlinks is totally legit and a good way to get links.

It is not good for getting fame  or for people clicking on your links. Why? Because a press release for that purpose needs to be newsworthy, and let's face it... chances are low your press release is actually newsworthy, unless you are a NASA scientist, coming up with a cool way to fund robotics projects, or you are apple  with a new phone invention...

To the person that says  that it is not a good way to get backlinks... what is your backup? Why do you say that? ?!?!

https://youtu.be/rsQBvcxhg3E
https://youtu.be/9LAvqDGc5rA

[hynds]

PR can work wonders for helping you get buzz and exposure, but it also helps you get links back to your site in highly trafficked websites. A syndicated press release is not the same as real stories written about you.