Google algorithms vs Google penalties, explained by an ex-Googler
This former Google quality analyst explains the difference between Google's algorithms, manual actions, quality and penalties.
Pedro Dias is an SEO professional and one of the few ex-Google Search Quality team members working in the field. He holds deep knowledge in Google Search and a solid experience of the Online Industry across South America and Europe. While at Google he worked not only in fighting SPAM across over 5 languages, but also in tools development, debugging search ranking issues and Webmaster outreach. Currently Pedro is the Head of SEO at Reach plc, the UK's largest news publisher.