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.
Helpful links for this Google update
- https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-completes-june-2024-spam-update-rollout/520946/
- https://searchengineland.com/google-june-2024-spam-update-done-rolling-out-443504
- https://searchengineland.com/google-unleashes-june-2024-spam-update-443374
- https://www.seroundtable.com/google-june-2024-spam-update-done-37640.html