Google: Algorithm Updates
Google’s August core search algorithm update is now fully rolled out
Some SEOs are seeing more fluctuations with the Google rankings now, but Google has confirmed the August 1 update has been fully rolled...
Google: August core algorithm update still rolling out
Google has given us an update on the big Google search algorithm update. It will take a few more days to fully roll...
Google confirms broad search algorithm update is rolling out
There is no "fix" if your website was hurt by this last Google update, Google says. But at least you know there was indeed a Google update that...
Google updates its search quality rating guidelines
Google has published a revised version of the 164-page set of guidelines used to help human 'quality raters' evaluate online content and provide...
Trolls propel Trump to top Google ratings for ‘idiot’
People upset with Trump's recent actions and policies have used several SEO techniques to get pictures of the president at the top of image...
How to prioritize SEO tasks by impact
How do you know if the SEO and content changes you're making will benefit your site? Contributor Casie Gillette looks at ways to prioritize...
5 things to check if your traffic suddenly drops
No one’s immune to traffic drops, and the causes may be easy to overlook. Still, to avoid barking up the wrong tree, gather the evidence...
Google confirms rolling out a broad core search algorithm update earlier this week
Google has confirmed rumors that a search algorithm update took place on Monday. Some sites may have seen their rankings improve, while others...
Google confirms core search ranking algorithm update
Google acknowledged the suspected update but says there is nothing webmasters can do to fix their sites if they dropped in...
Google’s Page Speed Update does not impact indexing
In response to questions raised in the community, here's clarification about how indexing is impacted by the Google Page Speed...
From algo to aggro: How SEOs really feel about Google algorithm updates
Algorithm updates got you down? You're not alone. Columnist Jamie Pitman shares highlights from a BrightLocal survey seeking to understand the...
Google confirms mid-December search ranking algorithm updates
As the updates continue to roll out, early indications suggest disruptions in mobile SERPs, sites with no schema data & those relying on doorway...
‘Ask Me Anything’ with Google’s Gary Illyes at SMX East
Have questions about Google's stance on organic rankings? On featured snippets? On the mobile-first algorithm? Get answers in contributor Eric...
The trouble with ‘Fred’
Columnist Kristine Schachinger argues that Google's shift towards less transparency with SEOs and webmasters isn't beneficial to anyone -- even...
8 major Google algorithm updates, explained
Almost every day, Google introduces changes to its ranking algorithm. Some are tiny tweaks; others seriously shake up the SERPs. This cheat...
August 22, 2017: The day the ‘Hawk’ Google local algorithm update swooped in
Have you noticed a recent shift in Google's local search results? Columnist Joy Hawkins shares everything you need to know about the 'Hawk'...
Meet the fake news of the online marketing world (that Google loves!): Review sites
Move over, fake news. Columnist David Rodnitzky takes a look at fake facts about online marketing vendors and why Google’s SEO algorithm isn't...
Google algorithm update may be rolling out since June 25
Did you notice changes in your Google organic search traffic or rankings? There may have been a serious Google algorithm update....
What advanced SEOs need to know about algorithm updates
Columnist Casie Gillette recaps a session from SMX Advanced on how to identify and respond to algorithm updates in an era where they are rarely...
How to stop worrying about Google updates
Google is providing less information about algorithm updates these days, leaving SEOs scrambling for answers every time they experience a huge...