Confirmed

June 2024 Spam Update

Completed
June 27, 2024
Started
June 20, 2024

Current status of the ranking update

Status:
Completed
Announced by Google:
June 20, 2024
Update started:
June 20, 2024
Update completed:
June 27, 2024

Types of websites affected:

The June 2024 spam update primarily impacted websites that violate Google’s spam policies. This includes sites that:

  • Engage in practices like purchasing or selling links to manipulate rankings.
  • Host automatically generated content designed to improve search rankings without adding real value.
  • Use hidden redirects, deceptive techniques, or thin, duplicated content.

What to Expect:

Websites affected by the June 2024 spam update may experience:

  • Significant fluctuations in search engine rankings, either positive or negative, depending on their adherence to Google's spam policies.
  • A decline in visibility for websites that rely on AI-generated content or other spammy practices.
  • Conversely, websites that adhere to Google’s guidelines might see improved rankings due to reduced competition from spammy sites.

What to Address / How to Approach:

To mitigate the impact of the June 2024 spam update, website owners should:

  • Audit their site for any spammy practices, such as low-quality content, purchased links, or deceptive techniques.
  • Ensure that content is user-focused and not solely created to manipulate search rankings.
  • Regularly review and comply with Google’s Webmaster Guidelines to avoid future penalties.

Interesting Fact 💡: 

The June 2024 spam update introduced a more sophisticated detection system that significantly reduced the rankings of AI-generated spam sites, marking a notable shift in Google's approach to handling such content.