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Google Algorithm Updates Timeline Since 2003

Hidden Gem Update 2023

Hey there, savvy readers! So, Google has again rolled out an exciting update to its Core Algorithm Update, and ...

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  • Released on 10th May 2023
  • Implemented on 15th November 2023

Core Web Vitals Algorithm 2021

In the ever-evolving world of SEO, staying updated with the latest changes in search engine algorithms is ...

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  • Core Web Vitals 1.0: Launched on May 4, 2020.
  • Core Web Vitals 2.0: Launched on June 15, 2021.
  • Core Web Vitals 3.0: Launched on July 1, 2021.
  • Core Web Vitals 4.0: Launched on September 2, 2021.
  • Core Web Vitals 5.0: Launched on May 10, 2023.

Spam Brain 2018

Google Spam Brain Update was an algorithm update that Google launched in 2022 to fight link spam with SpamBrain, its AI-based ...

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  • December 2022 Link Spam Update
  • Two-part Link Spam Update in June and August 2021
  • Product Reviews Update in April and December 2021

BERT 2018

Google is constantly updating its algorithm to provide better search results for its users. One of the most significant updates in recent years ...

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  • BERT 1.0: Launched on October 25, 2019.
  • BERT 2.0: Launched on December 9, 2019.
  • BERT 3.0: Launched on October 15, 2020.
  • BERT 4.0: Launched on December 3, 2020.
  • BERT 5.0: Launched on July 28, 2021

Broad Core 2018

Google Broad Core Update is a significant algorithm update released by Google that can have a substantial impact on search rankings ...

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  • Broad Core 1.0: Launched on March 7, 2018.
  • Broad Core 2.0: Launched on August 1, 2018.
  • Broad Core 3.0: Launched on March 12, 2019.
  • Broad Core 4.0: Launched on May 4, 2020.
  • Broad Core 5.0: Launched on December 3, 2020.

Fred 2017

Google's Fred algorithm update was a significant shakeup for the SEO landscape in 2017. The update targeted low-quality websites ...

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  • Fred 1.0: Launched on March 7, 2017.
  • Fred 2.0: Launched on June 25, 2017.
  • Fred 3.0: Launched on September 25, 2017.
  • Fred 4.0: Launched on December 12, 2017.
  • Fred 5.0: Launched on March 9, 2018.

Mobilegeddon 2015

The Google Mobilegeddon update, officially launched on April 21, 2015, brought significant changes to Google's search algorithm and ...

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  • Mobilegeddon 1.0: Launched on April 21, 2015.
  • Mobilegeddon 2.0: Launched on May 12, 2016.
  • Mobilegeddon 3.0: Launched on March 26, 2018.
  • Mobilegeddon 4.0: Launched on July 1, 2019.
  • Mobilegeddon 5.0: Launched on March 3, 2021.

Quality Updates 2015

The Google Quality Update is an important algorithmic update that impacts search rankings and influences the strategies of SEO ...

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  • Quality 1.0: Launched on May 3, 2015.
  • Quality 2.0: Launched on November 19, 2015.
  • Quality 3.0: Launched on January 8, 2016.
  • Quality 4.0: Launched on May 10, 2017.
  • Quality 5.0: Launched on December 5, 2022.

RankBrain 2015

Google RankBrain is a machine learning algorithm that was first announced in 2015. It is designed to help Google better ...

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  • RankBrain 1.0: Launched on October 26, 2015.
  • RankBrain 2.0: Launched on June 23, 2016.
  • RankBrain 3.0: Launched on March 8, 2017.
  • RankBrain 4.0: Launched on August 1, 2018.
  • RankBrain 5.0: Launched on May 4, 2020.

Pigeon 2014

Google Pigeon Update is a major algorithm change that Google introduced in 2014. It was designed to improve the quality and relevance ...

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  • Pigeon 1.0: Launched on July 24, 2014.
  • Pigeon 2.0: Launched on August 1, 2014.
  • Pigeon 3.0: Launched on December 22, 2014.
  • Pigeon 4.0: Launched on July 17, 2015.
  • Pigeon 5.0: Launched on August 28, 2015.

Payday 2013

The Google Payday Update comprises a sequence of algorithm updates specifically designed to address "highly spammy queries" including ...

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  • Payday 1.0: Launched on June 11, 2013.
  • Payday 2.0: Launched on May 16, 2014.
  • Payday 3.0: Launched on June 12, 2014.
  • Payday 4.0: Launched on September 23, 2014.
  • Payday 5.0: Launched on October 17, 2014.

Hummingbird 2013

Google Hummingbird Update is a major algorithm change that Google introduced in 2013. It was designed to improve the quality and ...

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  • Hummingbird 1.0: Launched on August 20, 2013.
  • Hummingbird 2.0: Launched on September 26, 2013.
  • Hummingbird 3.0: Launched on October 4, 2013.
  • Hummingbird 4.0: Launched on November 12, 2013.
  • Hummingbird 5.0: Launched on December 6, 2013.

Page Layout Algorithm 2012

Google's Page Layout Algorithm, also known as the "Top Heavy" or the "Above the Fold" algorithm, is one of the man ...

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  • Page Layout 1.0: Launched on January 19, 2012.
  • Page Layout 2.0: Launched on October 9, 2012.
  • Page Layout 3.0: Launched on February 6, 2014.
  • Page Layout 4.0: Launched on November 1, 2016.
  • Page Layout 5.0: Launched on March 7, 2017.

Venice Update 2012

Google's Venice Update, also known as the "Local Search Update", is one of the many factors that Google uses ...

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  • Venice 1.0: Announced on February 27, 2012.
  • Venice 2.0: Launched on March 23, 2012.
  • Venice 3.0: Launched on April 24, 2012.
  • Venice 4.0: Launched on May 25, 2012.
  • Venice 5.0: Launched on June 26, 2012.

Penguin 2012

In the dynamic world of search engine optimization (SEO), staying up to date with Google's algorithm updates is crucial for website ...

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  • Penguin 1.0: Launched on April 24, 2012.
  • Penguin 2.0: Launched on May 22, 2013.
  • Penguin 3.0: Launched on October 17, 2014.
  • Penguin 4.0: Launched on September 23, 2016.
  • Penguin 5.0: Launched on October 6, 2016.

EMD (Exact Match Domain) 2012

Google's EMD update, which stands for Exact Match Domain, was a 2012 algorithm update that targeted low-quality websites ...

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  • EMD 1.0: Launched on September 27, 2012.
  • EMD 2.0: Launched on October 9, 2012.
  • EMD 3.0: Launched on December 11, 2012.
  • EMD 4.0: Launched on September 5, 2013.
  • EMD 5.0: Launched on October 17, 2014.

Panda 2011

Google is constantly updating its search algorithm to provide the best possible results for users. One of the most significant updates ...

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  • Panda 1.0: Launched on February 23, 2011.
  • Panda 4.0: Launched on May 20, 2014.
  • Panda Core Algorithm: Announced on January 12, 2016.
  • Panda 4.2: Launched on July 17, 2015.
  • Panda #20: Launched on September 27, 2012.

Freshness Algorithm 2011

Google is continually improving its search algorithm to deliver optimal results for users. Among the updates that had a profound ...

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  • Freshness 1.0: Announced on November 3, 2011.
  • Freshness 2.0: Launched on December 1, 2011.
  • Freshness 3.0: Launched on January 10, 2012.
  • Freshness 4.0: Launched on February 14, 2012.
  • Freshness 5.0: Launched on March 20, 2012.

Vince 2009

Google Vince Update was an algorithm update that Google launched in 2009 to favor big brand websites in the search results ...

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  • Vince 1.0: Launched on January 18, 2009.
  • Vince 2.0: Launched on February 23, 2009.
  • Vince 3.0: Launched on March 24, 2009.
  • Vince 4.0: Launched on April 28, 2009.
  • Vince 5.0: Launched on May 26, 2009.

Caffeine 2009

Google is constantly updating its search algorithm to provide the best possible results for users. One of the most significant updates in ...

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  • Caffeine 1.0: Announced on August 10, 2009.
  • Caffeine 2.0: Launched on June 8, 2010.
  • Caffeine 3.0: Launched on August 10, 2010.
  • Caffeine 4.0: Launched on November 3, 2010.
  • Caffeine 5.0: Launched on January 11, 2011.

Big Daddy 2005

In the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization (SEO), staying up to date with Google's algorithm updates is crucial for ...

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  • Big Daddy 1.0: Launched on December 1, 2005.
  • Big Daddy 2.0: Launched on January 23, 2006.
  • Big Daddy 3.0: Launched on February 2, 2006.
  • Big Daddy 4.0: Launched on March 9, 2006.
  • Big Daddy 5.0: Launched on April 22, 2006.

Jagger 2005

In October 2005, Google rolled out an update to its search algorithm called Jagger. The update was designed to combat link spam ...

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  • Jagger 1.0: Launched on September 22, 2005.
  • Jagger 2.0: Launched on October 26, 2005.
  • Jagger 3.0: Launched on November 15, 2005.
  • Jagger 4.0: Launched on December 7, 2005.
  • Jagger 5.0: Launched on January 10, 2006.

Florida 2003

Google's Florida update, introduced in November 2003, marked a significant milestone in the world of search engine optimization ...

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  • Florida 1.0: Launched on November 16, 2003.
  • Florida 2.0: Launched on January 23, 2004.
  • Florida 3.0: Launched on February 2, 2004.
  • Florida 4.0: Launched on March 9, 2004.
  • Florida 5.0: Launched on April 22, 2004.

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