Search Engine Journal

Google Speculates If SEO ‘Is On A Dying Path’

Googlers offer a surprising assessment of whether AI has put SEO on a ‘dying path’ The post Google Speculates If SEO ‘Is On A Dying Path’ appeared first on Search…

SE Roundtable

Daily Search Forum Recap: December 31, 2024

Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Why should New…

SE Roundtable

Google Algorithm Updates 2024 Infographic

Google has rolled out fewer confirmed search ranking updates in 2024, then it did in all the past years where Google confirmed these updates. Google rolled out seven confirmed updates…

Search Engine Journal

Google AI Overviews Claims More Pixel Height in SERPs

Google’s AI Overviews is occupying greater amounts of pixel space in the search results, creating a challenging environment for SEO The post Google AI Overviews Claims More Pixel Height in…

SE Roundtable

Google Search Tests AI Generated Things to Know

Google is testing using Gemini to generate the Things To Know section using AI. Yes, AI-generated Things to know results in Google Search that look and feel like AI Overviews….

SE Roundtable

Google Testing AI Overview Rendering Animation

I am not sure I’d call this new, because I believe I’ve seen this numerous times before, but Google has two AI Overview rendering animations. One for when you are…

Semrush

December 2024 Google Core Update

Just one week after the November 2024 Core Update finished rolling out Google announced the… December 2024 Core Update!

Search Engine Journal

Google CEO Describes A 2025 Beyond A Search Box

Google CEO outlines 2025 plan to make AI apps like Gemini the interface for how users search. What does it mean for publishers and SEO? The post Google CEO Describes…

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Google Gemini Deep Research May Erode Website Earnings

Google’s Gemini Deep Research erodes website earnings by removing the need for consumers to visit review sites. The post Google Gemini Deep Research May Erode Website Earnings appeared first on…

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Google Explains How CDNs Impact Crawling & SEO

Google’s new documentation explains how using a CDN can negatively impact crawling The post Google Explains How CDNs Impact Crawling & SEO appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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How to Get More Google Reviews: 9 Proven Tips

Google reviews play a huge role in a brand’s success. Especially positive reviews. That means it’s a good idea to think about how to get more Google reviews for your…

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Bluesky Statistics: How Many People Use Bluesky?

Publicly launched in February 2024, Bluesky is a microblogging social network, widely considered an alternative to X/Twitter. During the invite-only stage, Bluesky attracted an audience of 3 million registered users…

Search Engine Journal

Google’s December 2024 Updates: Final Results

The verdict is in on Google’s December 2024 updates. SEO and publisher responses share common themes. The post Google’s December 2024 Updates: Final Results appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Backlinko

What Is Generative AI and How Does It Work?

Generative AI refers to technology that uses machine learning models to create content. Machine learning models are computer programs that seek to replicate aspects of human intelligence. These models can…

Backlinko

21 Google Search Tips to Find Exactly What You Want

Here are 21 Google search tips that will help you: Refine your searches to get the right answers faster Search the web without typing a query Discover cool things you…

Search Engine Journal

Wikipedia And SEO: Everything You Need To Know

Explore the impact of Wikipedia on SEO and Google’s Knowledge Graph. Discover how to use Wikipedia for keyword research, content planning, and successful internal linking. The post Wikipedia And SEO:…

SE Roundtable

Google Search Nearby Stores Map Without Local Pack

Google Search is testing showing a “nearby stores” section that has an embedded map with a “more options” button that leads to a local pack. This is instead of showing…

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Google Local Service Ads Test Extra Call Out Extensions

Google is testing showing a section under the Local Service Ads for call out extensions or other extensions. This increases the visibility of these already super-visible Local Service Ads.

SE Roundtable

New Google Ads Brand Report

Google Ads has quietly launched a new brand report. The brand report “is a dedicated brand advertiser experience that provides you with deduplicated reach and frequency metrics across your campaigns,”…

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Bing Tests Squared Off Search Bar

Microsoft is testing a squared off search bar on the Bing home page. Normally the search bar is curved around the edges but for some reason Bing wants to try…

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Daily Search Forum Recap: December 26, 2024

Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google’s December 2024…

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Google Search Rolls Out AI Organized Restaurant Results

Google has officially rolled out AI organized results for restaurants related queries. We’ve launched a new way to get dining recs on Search. If you’re looking for something like ‘restaurants…

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Google Launches Merchant Center Next Glossary

Google has posted a new help section for Google Merchant Center, a Merchant Center Next Glossary. This glossary defines key Merchant Center terms and links you to related articles with…

Backlinko

How to Find Competitors’ Keywords to Boost Your SEO

Finding competitor keywords is essential to building your SEO strategy. Why? Because they show what’s working for others, highlight opportunities, and uncover gaps in your approach. At Backlinko, we’ve spied…

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Google Knowledge Panels Gain Payment Options

Google is now showing payment options on some retailer’s knowledge panels. This comes after Google started asking for the payment options a business accepts in Google Merchant Center, although, it…

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Google Ads Tests Search Ads Without Ad Descriptions

Google Ads seems to be testing showing search ads in the Google Search results without ad copy, without the ad description text you added to your ads. I guess Google…

Search Engine Journal

Google Reveals Top Searches Of 2024

Google’s annual recap of the year’s top trending searches offers dozens of ideas for content publishers looking to capitalize on long-tail keyword opportunities. The post Google Reveals Top Searches Of…

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Bing Search Tests How To Pick Section

Microsoft is testing a new section in Bing Search titled “How to pick.” It helps you figure out what product you should pick, by breaking down the options and configurations.

Diggity Marketing

Diggity Marketing SEO News Roundup—December 2024

Christopher Caparoso The year is almost over, but SEO is anything but restful. In this roundup, you’ll learn about major announcements, big changes, and how some of the community’s top…

Search Engine Journal

Voice Search SEO: How Does It Work?

Stay ahead with voice search SEO. Understand the rise of voice assistants and how they are changing the way people search. The post Voice Search SEO: How Does It Work?…

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Voice Search SEO: How Does It Work?

Stay ahead with voice search SEO. Understand the rise of voice assistants and how they are changing the way people search. The post Voice Search SEO: How Does It Work?…

SE Roundtable

Google Kwanzaa Decorations Are Live For 2024

And now we have the Kwanzaa decorations live in the Google Search results. Just search for [Kwanzaa] to see them. Google also went live with the Christmas decorations today and…

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Google Christmas Decorations Are Live For 2024

Christmas is around the corner and Google finally posted its Christmas decorations in Google Search today. We already have the Hanukkah decorations live and now we have the Christmas decorations…

Search Engine Journal

The HCU Effect In Google Updates

An analysis of how Google’s “HCU” signals may influence website rankings during a core algorithm or spam update. The post The HCU Effect In Google Updates appeared first on Search…

SE Roundtable

Google Search To Gain AI Mode

Google Search will roll out an ‘AI Mode’ within Google Search that will look “nearly identical to its Gemini AI chatbot” according to some reports. We also saw sources post…

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Bing Search Studies Of Carousel

Microsoft has this “studies of” carousel in the Bing Search results. It can help you find content that helps you prepare for a specialized exam or course, of sorts.

Search Engine Journal

Google Launches (Final?) Spam Update Of The Year

Google rolls out December spam update, expected to take a week to complete, capping off a year of aggressive spam measures. The post Google Launches (Final?) Spam Update Of The…

Backlinko

Top 14 Competitor Analysis Tools

Need help analyzing your competition to find ways to outperform them? You’ve come to the right place. Check out our list of the top competitor analysis tools for 2025. How…

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Broken Google Maps Business Profile Listings

There are a number of reports of Google Business Profile listings in Google Maps coming up broken. Google seems to be showing half of the listing, with flickering maps portions,…

Search Engine Journal

A Candid Assessment Of AI Search & SEO

A frank assessment of the significant changes in search and what SEOs should be paying attention to right now and in 2025. The post A Candid Assessment Of AI Search…

Semrush

November 2024 Core Update

On November 11, 2024 Google announced it was rolling out with the November 2024 Core Update.

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Daily Search Forum Recap: December 18, 2024

Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. The Google search…