Google Makes It Easier to Find Trusted Sites in AI Search Results

What’s new: Google has expanded its Preferred Sources feature globally, allowing users to highlight trusted websites in AI Overviews and AI Mode results. This feature helps users easily identify articles from their preferred sources amidst AI-generated content. Additionally, Google is introducing link carousels in AI Overviews for timely articles related to developing topics.

Who’s affected

This update impacts all Google Search users who utilize AI Overviews and AI Mode, enabling them to see their selected Preferred Sources more prominently in search results.

What to do

  • Access your Google Search personalization settings to add or manage your Preferred Sources by searching for website names or URLs.
  • Look for the “Preferred” badge next to your selected sources in AI Search results.
  • Utilize the new link carousels in AI Overviews to find timely articles on developing topics.

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