Google's Big Update, August 2023: What You Need to Know

Google's at it again with another core update! This one is for August 2023, and the second one this year. Buckle up, because it might take a couple of weeks to roll out fully.

What's Happening

Google's started rolling out their August 2023 core update, and it's going to take up to two weeks to spread across the web entirely.

Remember the last Google Broad Core update in March? That's right, it's been more than five months since the last big change.

Google dropped the news on Twitter, saying, “Released the August 2023 core update. The rollout may take up to 2 weeks to complete.”

Got Hit? Here's What to Do

If your site takes a hit, don't panic. Google says there's no specific fix if you notice a drop in rankings. It might not mean anything's wrong with your pages. They've also shared some questions to consider if you're affected, and they mentioned that natural recovery might only happen after another core update.

Why It Matters

Google changing how it ranks sites can make your site climb or fall in the search results. By knowing when these updates happen, you can figure out if it's something you did or if it's on Google's end. So, keep a close eye on how things are going over the next few weeks.

Other Recent Updates

- Reviews Update, April 2023: Wrapped up on April 25.
- Product Reviews Update, February 2023: Ran for 14 days, ending on March 7. It was a big one!

A Look Back at Past Core Updates

- September 2022: Not as impactful, wrapped up on Sept. 26.
- May 2022: Significant and fast.
- November 2021, July 2021, and June 2021: Other major updates, with the June one being slow but big.

Want to dig deeper into past updates? You can read more about them here or more about SEO hints, tricks, and best practices here.

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A Note to Our Valued Clients

We know that Google's core updates can be unsettling, especially when it comes to SEO. That's why we want to reassure you that we're on top of this August 2023 update. Our team is closely monitoring how it's rolling out, and we've got our eyes on your site's performance.

You'll be the first to know if we spot anything out of the ordinary or any problematic issues with your site. We're here to navigate these digital waves with you, making sure everything stays smooth, and your rankings remain strong.

Feel free to reach out with any concerns or questions. In the meantime, rest easy knowing we've got your back.