Early data on Google March 2019 Core Update show an interesting pattern
While Google would not say if the March 2019 core update was a reversal of the August 1 update, the data paint a pretty compelling picture.
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While Google would not say if the March 2019 core update was a reversal of the August 1 update, the data paint a pretty compelling picture.
Google's Danny Sullivan says this week's algorithm change will be called the "March 2019 Core Update," hopes structure will cut back on confusion.
Here is why some folks are calling this the Florida 2 update but don't let the name confuse you.
A rare Google confirmation came related to a Google search algorithm update this week. Google restated previous advice that there is no fix if your site was negatively impacted.
It's time to refine your tactics with tips to avoid big data overload, improve E-A-T Scores and help YMYL industries bounce back after the Medic update.
Google Ads tweaked its mobile speed score algorithm to reduce the number of ad clicks needed to generate a result.
There may have been an update or two in the past week.
Here is our recap of what happened in SEO in 2018 - with links and summaries of some of the bigger changes throughout the year in search and SEO.
Anyone know why the idea that SEO is no longer a specialized practice and has turned into table stakes has taken hold? Bueller?
A week after the big Google algorithm update, nicknamed the Medic Update, here is everything we know about it, including official information from Google and non-official insights from across the industry.
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Don’t miss out on the best offer to attend SMX East Aug 7, 2018 by Search Engine Land Struggling with how (and why) to optimize your site for speed, whether to […]
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 first: look closely at the overall stats for a long enough period in your Google Analytics to see if the traffic spike really looks out of place or if it […]
Google has confirmed rumors that a search algorithm update took place on Monday. Some sites may have seen their rankings improve, while others may have seen negative or zero change.
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Google Images update: Captions added to images, pulled from the page title tagMar 13, 2018 by Michelle Robbins To add more context to image results, Google will now display a caption […]
Google acknowledged the suspected update but says there is nothing webmasters can do to fix their sites if they dropped in rankings.
The null replaces the current default Quality Score of 6 for new keywords.
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Amit Singhal, The Head Of Google Search, To Leave The Company For Philanthropic Purposes Feb 3, 2016 by Barry Schwartz After 15 years, Google’s head of search, Amit Singhal, is leaving […]
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: AdGooroo Launches Competitive Insights For Local Paid Search Jan 26, 2016 by Ginny Marvin The new tool provides keyword, ad copy and budget insights at a city level. Google Introduces Candidate […]
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Google Core Algorithm Updates Continue As SEOs Notice Weekend Google UpdateJan 18, 2016 by Barry Schwartz Another Google update this weekend has been confirmed, but it is a core update, not […]
Another Google update this weekend has been confirmed, but it is a core update, not Penguin.
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Bing Ads Updates Keyword Planner With Impression Share Comparisons And MoreJan 14, 2016 by Ginny Marvin Version 2 of the keyword planning tool is now available in all Bing Ads accounts. […]
Below is a summary of some of the questions, answers and additional confusion around the Google core algorithm update this weekend and the Panda news.
Say goodbye to the typical Google Panda updates. Panda is now baked in as one of Google's core ranking algorithm.
Google has pushed a core ranking algorithm update over the weekend. Did you notice ranking changes with your websites?
How does your Quality Score affect your cost per click in AdWords? To find out, columnist Frederick Vallaeys explores the relationship between Quality Score and first page bid estimates.
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the Web. From Search Engine Land: With Windows 10, Bing Ads Anticipates 10 To 15 Percent More Search Volume By September High hopes for Windows 10 to deliver search volume now that Bing and Cortana are built […]
Columnist Andrew Dennis discusses the evolution of link building since its early days and reviews the proper (and improper) way to employ today's major link building tactics.
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the Web. From Search Engine Land: Bing Reports They Receive Hundreds Of Thousands Of DMCA Complaints Every Month Because of their share of the search market, Google is most frequently targeted by copyright holders filing DMCA complaints, […]
“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” This gem from heavyweight boxing legend Iron Mike Tyson also applies to AdWords account strategy, especially when starting a new account. Beginning in 2006, some advertisers in the affiliate marketing, Made-for-AdSense, and other spheres have referred to harsh quality score treatment — especially treatment […]
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web.
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web.
Each month, I compile Search Month — a recap of all the stories that have happened relating to search, categorized by topic. I thought it would be fun to take all the Search Months over the past year and produce this edition of Search Year 2007. It was far more work than I imagined, but […]
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web:
Google has informed me they have made a change to how they measure landing page quality, which will impact the overall quality score of your ads. I was told that this was a minor update and should not impact the “vast majority of advertisers.” However, some advertisers will see an increase in their minimum bids […]
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web: