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Google Analytics missing data for September 1
Google Analytics appears to be missing data for September 1. We’re seeing complaints about this on Google Analytics Forums, and after checking…
Bing tests removing site names from search results
Bing is testing the removal of site names from its search results. Instead, it’s just showing favicons followed by website URLs with…
Google answers whether old backlinks to hijacked domains hurt rankings
Google’s John Mueller replied on Reddit to a user asking whether Google would penalize a website for old outbound links pointing to…
Google search operators I still use after 20 years as a publisher
I have spent more than 20 years building and running publishing websites that live or die by search. For much of that…
Google tests new check stock at more nearby stores button in free listings
Google is now testing a new button within free listings labeled “Check stock at more nearby stores.” When a user clicks on…
Google Shopping tab lets users filter products by trusted review sites
Google Shopping tab is showing a new filter for users on mobile. Users can now filter products by website. I searched on…
Google Search faces indexing and serving issues
Google Search experienced an indexing issue on August 28. Barry Schwartz reported this on Search Engine Roundtable, wrote: “Google Search Having Indexing/Serving…
KWFinder review: I made it my main keyword tool for a week
After spending more than 20 years running search-led publishing businesses and relying on SEO tools to make real editorial, traffic, and investment…
100+ Best Free SEO Tools in 2026: actually free options
Search Engine Watch published its first major free SEO tools roundup in 2013. We returned to the subject in 2016 with a…
How to use Bing Webmaster Tools Keyword Research feature
Bing has its own version of Search Console, which has recently been enriched with interesting features. We’ve reviewed the AI Performance report,…