Google algorithms are a complex system used to retrieve data from its search index and instantly deliver the best possible results for a query. The search engine uses a combination of algorithms and numerous ranking factors to deliver webpages ranked by relevance on its search engine results pages (SERPs).
In its early years, Google only made a handful of updates to its algorithms. Now, Google makes thousands of changes every year.
Below, we have compiled a comprehensive list of Google algorithm updates sorted by their release dates.
All Google Algorithms Updates (2023-2024)
November 11, 2024
November 2024 Core Update
Google’s November 2024 core update affects global search rankings. This latest broad core update keeps refining Google’s search systems to improve result quality.
August 15, 2024
August 2024 Core Update
Google’s August 2024 core update aims to promote high-quality content while demoting low-value SEO content. The update started rolling out on August 15. The rollout was complete as of September 3, 2024.
July 31, 2024
Explicit Fake Content Update
Update to Google’s search algorithm to address non-consensual explicit content, specifically targeting artificially generated images and videos known as ‘deepfakes.’
June 20, 2024
June 2024 Spam Update
Google has started implementing the June 2024 spam update, which is expected to take a week to finish.
May 14, 2024
AI Overviews
Google introduces AI-generated summaries (previously known as SGE) to U.S. search results, utilizing the new Gemini model designed specifically for search.
May 6, 2024
Site Reputation Abuse
Google’s SearchLiaison confirmed that Google’s site reputation abuse update started on Monday, May 6th with manual actions to be followed as some point in the future with algorithmic ones.
March 5, 2024
March 2024 Core Update
Google’s March 2024 Core Update addresses low-quality content and introduces new policies on spam to combat manipulative practices.
It began on March 5 and was completed on April 19, taking 45 days to roll out. The completion of the update wasn’t announced until April 26.
November 8, 2023
November 2023 Reviews Update
Google announced an algorithm update targeting review content on a page-level basis. It began on November 8 and completed on December 7.
November 2, 2023
November 2023 Core Update
Google announced a core algorithm update, which began on November 2 and was completed on November 28. To learn more about core updates, see the Google Search Central Blog.
October 5, 2023
October 2023 Core Update
Google announced a core algorithm update, which began on October 5 and was completed on October 19. To learn more about core updates, see the Google Search Central Blog.
October 4, 2023
October 2023 Spam Update
Google announced the launch of the October 2023 Spam Update, which began on October 4 and was completed on October 19. This update applies globally and improves coverage in many languages
September 14, 2023
September 2023 Helpful Content Update
Google announced the launch of the September 2023 Helpful Content Update, which began on September 14 and was completed on September 28. Site owners who want to learn more about helpful content updates can find more information on the Google Search Central Blog.
August 22, 2023
August 2023 Core Update
Google announced a core algorithm update, which began on August 22 and concluded on September 7. To learn more about core updates, see the Google Search Central Blog.
April 12, 2023
April 2023 Reviews Update
Google announced an algorithm update targeting review content on a page-level basis. It began on April 12 and finished rolling out on April 25. To learn more about core updates, see the Google Search Central Blog.
March 15, 2023
March 2023 Core Update
Google announced a core algorithm update, which began on March 15 and finished rolling out on March 28. To learn more about core updates, see the Google Search Central Blog.
February 21, 2023
February 2023 Product Reviews Update
Google announced the launch of the February 2023 Product Reviews Update, which began on February 21 and was completed on March 18. The update applies to these languages globally: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Russian, Dutch, Portuguese, and Polish. See the Google Search Central Blog to learn more about the product review system.