GSA SER can definitely help with scale, but using it for Tier 1 backlinks is risky if you’re not extremely strict with quality control. Most automated links don’t meet the trust level Google expects for direct (Tier 1) links anymore—especially after recent algorithm updates.
If you’re serious about long-term rankings, Tier 1 should focus on:
Real, niche-relevant websites
Editorial backlinks (not just submissions)
Local authority signals (especially for service businesses)
Natural anchor text distribution
Automation tools like GSA are better suited for Tier 2 / Tier 3 support links, not your main money site.
A more reliable approach is combining manual outreach + local SEO optimization. For example, if your business depends on location-based traffic, investing in local SEO services in Dubai helps you rank in Google Maps and “near me” searches—where actual customers convert, not just bots or low-quality traffic.