{"id":612726,"date":"2024-03-14T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-14T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/"},"modified":"2024-03-14T17:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-03-14T14:00:00","slug":"googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"#Google\u2019s March 2024 core update: 5 things you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2ffbb643ba8\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2ffbb643ba8\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#Googles_March_2024_update_is_a_game-changer_with_many_sites_impacted_by_algorithmic_changes_and_deindexed_from_Google_Search\" >Google&#8217;s March 2024 update is a game-changer, with many sites impacted by algorithmic changes and deindexed from Google Search.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#1_Google_is_completely_deindexing_websites\" >1. Google is completely deindexing websites<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#2_Penalties_are_swift\" >2. Penalties are swift<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#3_Websites_that_survived_previous_updates_are_not_immune\" >3. Websites that survived previous updates are not immune<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#4_Outdated_error-filled_sites_are_vulnerable\" >4. Outdated, error-filled sites are vulnerable<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#5_Even_small_AI_content_sites_were_affected\" >5. Even small AI content sites were affected\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#Takeaway_Quality_trumps_quantity\" >Takeaway: Quality trumps quantity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/googles-march-2024-core-update-5-things-you-need-to-know\/#Adapt_or_fall_behind\" >Adapt or fall behind<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"subhead\" itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Googles_March_2024_update_is_a_game-changer_with_many_sites_impacted_by_algorithmic_changes_and_deindexed_from_Google_Search\"><\/span>Google&#8217;s March 2024 update is a game-changer, with many sites impacted by algorithmic changes and deindexed from Google Search.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"bialty-container\">\nGoogle\u2019s March 2024 core update is bringing a seismic shift to the SEO industry. This major update might sweep the web the same way the Panda and Penguin updates did. <\/p>\n<p>Its impact is enormous and widespread and every seasoned marketer I\u2019ve talked to agrees that this update is a big deal. Has your website been hit by the March 2024 core update? <\/p>\n<p>Here are five things you need to know to avoid getting penalized and maintain your good standing in search results.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/1038259\/SEL_Post-text --><\/p>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1693000027709-0\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"post-break\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-google-is-completely-deindexing-websites\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Google_is_completely_deindexing_websites\"><\/span>1. Google is completely deindexing websites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Imagine waking up to find your website gone from Google\u2019s search results. That\u2019s exactly what h<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>ened to many websites after the March 2024 update rolled out.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In its March 5 announcement, Google emphasized its goal of reducing unhelpful, irrelevant, unoriginal content from search results.<\/p>\n<p>This cleanup drive promises to remove up to 40% of low-quality websites that provide useless information and poor user experience \u2013 pages created just to match specific search queries.<\/p>\n<p>Websites found violating Google\u2019s guidelines or employing questionable SEO tactics will not only be penalized but completely removed both from the search results and the index.<\/p>\n<p>In the days following the announcement, the SEO world turned upside down.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a tweet from Jeff Coyle:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"752\" height=\"267\" alt=\"Jeff Coyle on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 752w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x213.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x71.png.webp 200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 752px) 100vw, 752px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"752\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"Jeff Coyle on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 752w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x213.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Jeff-Coyle-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x71.png.webp 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 752px) 100vw, 752px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-penalties-are-swift\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Penalties_are_swift\"><\/span>2. Penalties are swift<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What\u2019s notable about this update is that the penalties were hard and fast, with site owners scrambling for answers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s look at a whopping 10 websites deindexed:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"687\" height=\"756\" alt=\"Lily Ray on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 687w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update-307x338.png.webp 307w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update-545x600.png.webp 545w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update-103x113.png.webp 103w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 687px) 100vw, 687px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"687\" height=\"756\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"Lily Ray on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 687w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update-307x338.png.webp 307w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update-545x600.png.webp 545w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Lily-Ray-on-X-March-2024-core-update-103x113.png.webp 103w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 687px) 100vw, 687px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>To check if your site was impacted by the Google update, look for your website in Google by typing \u201csite:website.com\u201d and see if you are showing up in the search results.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that sites affected by the March 2024 core update or spam update \u201cwould not get notified of a ranking decline through Google Search Console\u2019s manual action viewer,\u201d as pointed out by Barry Schwartz. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cAlgorithmic updates are automated and Google does not not notify the site owner when a site is negatively (or positively) impacted by an algorithm update,\u201d Schwartz writes.<\/p>\n<p><!-- START INLINE FORM --><\/p>\n<p><!-- END INLINE FORM --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-color has-css-opacity has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-websites-that-survived-previous-updates-are-not-immune\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Websites_that_survived_previous_updates_are_not_immune\"><\/span>3. Websites that survived previous updates are not immune<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Older websites aren\u2019t spared, either. Those untouched by previous algorithm updates now face repercussions, too.<\/p>\n<p>Some folks are cheering, saying it\u2019s about time those low-quality sites got the boot after years of gaming the system and staying in SERPs.<\/p>\n<p>This is one example of a \u201clink building agency\u201d that got kicked out:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"444\" alt=\"Gael Breton and Bobstack on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 672w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update-512x338.png.webp 512w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update-171x113.png.webp 171w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"Gael Breton and Bobstack on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 672w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update-512x338.png.webp 512w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Gael-Breton-and-Bobstack-on-X-March-2024-core-update-171x113.png.webp 171w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>But others are left scratching their heads, wondering why their entire network has vanished.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"756\" height=\"409\" alt=\"X user - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 756w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update-600x325.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update-200x108.png.webp 200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 756px) 100vw, 756px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"756\" height=\"409\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"X user - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 756w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update-600x325.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/X-user-March-2024-core-update-200x108.png.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 756px) 100vw, 756px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>In a discussion within the private Affiliate SEO Mastermind group, a member shared the unfortunate experience of a publisher whose entire network crumbled.<\/p>\n<p>According to the post, the publisher\u2019s eight affected sites, all established within the last two years, covered various niche topics. The author emphasized that the content was primarily human-written with minimal assistance from AI.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>All eight websites are now displaying zero traffic impressions.<\/p>\n<p>This is where E-E-A-T might have played a crucial factor.<\/p>\n<p>The broad range of topics these sites covered indicates a lack of deep topical knowledge \u2013 experience and expertise \u2013 which Google prioritizes when ranking websites.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-outdated-error-filled-sites-are-vulnerable\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Outdated_error-filled_sites_are_vulnerable\"><\/span>4. Outdated, error-filled sites are vulnerable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Speaking of E-E-A-T, look at how Google has now added another factor when considering content to be untrustworthy and with the lowest E-E-A-T:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Content is generated by AI, it\u2019s outdated and it\u2019s not error-free.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"729\" height=\"776\" alt=\"Natzir on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update.jpeg.webp 729w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update-318x338.jpeg.webp 318w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update-564x600.jpeg.webp 564w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update-106x113.jpeg 106w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update.jpeg.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"729\" height=\"776\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"Natzir on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update.jpeg.webp 729w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update-318x338.jpeg.webp 318w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update-564x600.jpeg.webp 564w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Natzir-on-X-March-2024-core-update-106x113.jpeg 106w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>These are surefire ways to get de-ranked!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-even-small-ai-content-sites-were-affected-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Even_small_AI_content_sites_were_affected\"><\/span>5. Even small AI content sites were affected\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An interesting development is how small AI content sites have come under scrutiny. Google\u2019s ability to detect AI-generated content has become more refined, resulting in penalties even for smaller players in this field.<\/p>\n<p>Craig Griffiths thinks the biggest indicator of an AI website is the frequency with which it publishes content.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"261\" alt=\"Craig Griffiths on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 744w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x210.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x70.png.webp 200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"744\" height=\"261\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"Craig Griffiths on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 744w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x210.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x70.png.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>But that is not the case here:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"296\" alt=\"Pete Reynolds on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 747w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x238.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x79.png.webp 200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"296\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"Pete Reynolds on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 747w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x238.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x79.png.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Digging further into this conversation reveals more specific signals that Google might be looking for:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"749\" height=\"333\" alt=\"Pete Reynolds and Craig Griffiths on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 749w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x267.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x89.png.webp 200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"749\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"Pete Reynolds and Craig Griffiths on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 749w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x267.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Craig-Griffiths-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x89.png.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"751\" height=\"349\" alt=\"Pete Reynolds and Cassie McBlane on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438384\" style=\"width:751px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 751w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x279.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x93.png.webp 200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"751\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp\" alt=\"Pete Reynolds and Cassie McBlane on X - March 2024 core update\" class=\"wp-image-438384\" style=\"width:751px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update.png.webp 751w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update-600x279.png.webp 600w,https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2024\/03\/Pete-Reynolds-and-Cassie-McBlane-on-X-March-2024-core-update-200x93.png.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s get one thing straight: Google is not going after AI content. What Google wants to clean up from its search results is useless, repetitive, unoriginal content, whether it\u2019s written by humans or AI or both.<\/p>\n<p>The latest update aims to remove bad websites that do nothing for people while bringing good websites with valuable content to the surface.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This is a wake-up call for website owners who thought their legacy would keep them safe. It proves again that adaptation is key to survival in the digital world.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re managing one of these older, smaller domains, don\u2019t panic yet. Start by conducting a comprehensive site audit and fix these issues im<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">media<\/a>tely.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-takeaway-quality-trumps-quantity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Takeaway_Quality_trumps_quantity\"><\/span>Takeaway: Quality trumps quantity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Google\u2019s emphasis has always been on originality, depth and value for the reader. Websites that were removed and deindexed often relied heavily on thin or duplicated content without providing unique insights or perspectives.<\/p>\n<p>To combat this issue head-on, improving E-E-A-T becomes essential. E-E-A-T principles show Google \u2013 and, more importantly, your readers \u2013 that you\u2019re an authority worth listening to. This includes citing reputable sources within your niche and showcasing author expertise clearly on your site.<\/p>\n<p>User experience also takes center stage with the latest algorithm changes. Your site should look good and be easy and intuitive for visitors. Websites focusing solely on keyword optimization instead of holistic UX design principles will be penalized.<\/p>\n<p>Paying attention to page speed, mobile-friendliness and clear calls to action will help keep users engaged longer, sending positive signals back up the SEO food chain. <\/p>\n<p>Remember, by making these adjustments, you\u2019re not just playing nice with search engines; you\u2019re building a better online space for everyone who visits.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-adapt-or-fall-behind\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adapt_or_fall_behind\"><\/span>Adapt or fall behind<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The sheer number of de-indexed websites reported by the search marketing community confirms Google\u2019s plan to implement a major shakeup in their ranking systems.<\/p>\n<p>It is prudent to study the patterns of websites affected by algorithmic events to spot common trends so you can uncover your websites\u2019 own weaknesses and recalibrate your strategies.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Focus on content quality.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Enhance user experience.<\/li>\n<li>Start auditing your site and make changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The road ahead might seem daunting, but remember, every step toward improvement is a step away from Google hell.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"about-author\">\n    About the author<\/p>\n<div class=\"information\">\n<div class=\"author-module\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-lg-3 text-center\">\n<div class=\"avatar\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid rounded-circle avatar-border\" alt=\"Julia McCoy\" width=\"140\" height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2022\/10\/Julia-McCoy.jpeg.webp\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid rounded-circle avatar-border\" src=\"https:\/\/searchengineland.com\/wp-content\/seloads\/2022\/10\/Julia-McCoy.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"Julia McCoy\" width=\"140\" height=\"140\"><\/noscript>\n                                            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-lg-9\">\n<div class=\"about\">\n<div class=\"name\">\n                            <strong>Julia McCoy<\/strong>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"row g-2 pt-2\">\n<div class=\"col-auto twitter\">\n                                    <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/follow?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fsearchengineland.com%2F&amp;region=follow_link&amp;screen_name=JuliaEMcCoy&amp;tw_p=followbutton&amp;variant=2.0\" aria-label=\"opens in a new tab\"><i class=\"fab fa-x-twitter\"><\/i><\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n<div class=\"col-auto\">\n                                    <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/juliaemccoy\/\" aria-label=\"opens in a new tab\"><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i><\/a>\n                                <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>                        Julia McCoy is an 8x author and a leading strategist around creating exceptional content and presence that lasts online. 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