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Ahrefs Launches Tracker Comparing ChatGPT & Google Referral Traffic
Ahrefs launched a monthly dashboard comparing Google and ChatGPT referral traffic so you can track AI search as a measurable channel.
Google: Why CrUX & Search Console Don’t Match On Core Web Vitals
Google’s Barry Pollard explains why CrUX and Search Console often report different Core Web Vitals results. Learn how page-view vs. URL-level methods lead to mismatches.
Google Trends API Alpha: Mueller Confirms Small Pilot Group
Google Trends API launch starts with “quite small” pilot group, John Mueller confirms. Not expected to be a “big SEO event.”
Google’s Top 5 SEO Tools
Before you pay for another SEO tool, try these five free options from Google. Here’s why they work.
Google Makes It Easier To Talk To Your Analytics Data With AI
Google has released an open-source tool that lets large language models like Gemini connect to Google Analytics, enabling natural conversations with your data.
Google Adds Comparison Mode To Search Console’s 24-Hour View
Google has added a comparison mode to Search Console’s 24-hour view, letting you analyze hourly performance trends against previous days.
Google Updates Search Analytics API To Clarify Data Freshness
Google updated the Search Analytics API with a metadata field that helps identify when recent data is still being processed.
Google Adds Forum Rich Results Reporting In Search Console
Google Search Console now shows performance data for Discussion Forum rich results as a distinct search appearance.
Google Integrates Search Console Insights Into Main Platform
Google has launched a new integrated version of Search Console Insights, offering simplified performance data in the main dashboard.
Google Adds AI Mode Traffic To Search Console Reports
Google updates documents to show that it now includes AI Mode traffic in Search Console Performance reports
Google Lighthouse To Undergo Major Audit Overhaul: What To Know
Google Lighthouse audits are changing. Learn which tests are merging, disappearing, and how to prepare your SEO workflows before these changes take effect.
Google Analytics Adds New Features For Privacy-Era Tracking
Google Analytics adds new data quality features to help track campaigns and overcome privacy limitations.
Google Search Console Gets New Merchant Opportunities Report
Google Search Console’s new Merchant Opportunities Report lets retailers manage payment methods, ratings, and shipping policies.
Google Chrome Adds New Tools For Better Mobile Testing
Google Chrome DevTools now offers CPU throttling calibration to better simulate real-world mobile performance.
Bing Webmaster Tools Adds Data Comparison & UX Improvements
Bing Webmaster Tools launches new comparison features and improved interface for enhanced search performance analysis.
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10 Top Converting Landing Pages That Boost Your ROI [With Examples]
Explore proven strategies for creating high-performing landing pages that guide users towards action and conversion goals.
Google Adds New Guidance For Merging GA4 & Search Console Data
Google releases updated guidance on merging GA4 and Search Console data via Looker Studio to enhance SEO insights.
Google To Migrate All reCAPTCHA Services To Cloud Platform
Google notifies users about mandatory migration of all reCAPTCHA services to Cloud platform. Service will remain free with a usage limit.
Google Workspace Support: Unclear If Opting Out AI Features Avoids Price Hike
Google adds AI features to Workspace, but two dollar price hike and unclear settings confuse users.
Google Retires Web Vitals Extension, Moves Everything to DevTools
Google retires Web Vitals extension, integrates Core Web Vitals monitoring into DevTools’ Performance panel.
Google Adds Data Collection Period To PageSpeed Insights (PSI)
Google updates PageSpeed Insights to display CrUX data collection periods, helping developers better analyze website performance metrics.
Google Search Console Adds Hourly Data Export To 24-Hour View
Google Search Console adds hourly export to 24-hour view, offering faster, actionable performance insights with reduced data delays.
Track Santa With NORAD & Google For Christmas Eve 2024
Track Santa’s location this Christmas Eve with the Google & NORAD Santa tracker apps, which are now live worldwide.
Google Launches New ’24 Hours’ View In Search Console
Google launches 24-hour data view in Search Console, offering near real-time insights for website performance monitoring.
Google Search Console Update: No More Analytics Data
Google streamlines Search Console Insights by removing Google Analytics data, focusing solely on Search Console metrics for simplicity.
Google Rolls Out One-Click Event Tracking In GA4
Google simplifies analytics tracking with new one-click key event features in GA4, powered by machine learning.
New Google Analytics Feature Helps Fix Hidden Product Listings
Google Analytics adds new features to help merchants identify and fix hidden product listings, improving visibility on Google Shopping.
Google Retires Search Console’s Page Experience Report
Google simplifies Search Console by removing Page Experience report while retaining Core Web Vitals and HTTPS monitoring tools.
RESOLVED: Google Analytics 4 Data Issues Fixed After Week-Long Disruption
Google Analytics 4 users worldwide report data discrepancies, with traffic reports showing only half of actual visitors.
Google Chrome DevTools Adds Advanced CLS Debugging Tool
Chrome introduces new debugging tool in Canary build, helping developers identify and fix website layout stability issues.