Google launched the December 2024 core update yesterday. This is Google’s fourth core update of 2024. As is typical for a Google core update, this one is expected to take two weeks to complete. 

Google’s December 2024 core update arrived exactly a week after the November 2024 core update rollout completed (Dec. 5). The November 2024 core update, which took 24 days to complete, was less volatile than other core updates, according to data providers.

Barry Schwartz will be closely monitoring this latest core update. As always, Search Engine Land will keep you updated on the impact we’re seeing.  

Danny Goodwin,
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