Timeline of 2014’s Google Updates – Infographic

Google Algorithm Updates and refreshes were very significant in 2014; just as they have been in previous years. They have somewhat become the most of anticipated and discussed events in the SEO world, sometimes leaving a trail of controversies, arguments and counter arguments.

This Infographic s is a clear and concise overview of some of the most significant refreshes which made impacts and left their footprints in the past calendar year. The reason is simple; it provides a reminder to stakeholders in snippet form, of Google’s continued policing of the web-sphere.

Additionally, it could act as a possible predictor of algorithm refreshes that might come up this year. This is necessary because even the most experienced and knowledgeable of experts is not solid certain of the actual specifics which Google takes into consideration before wielding the big stick with these algorithm updates.

Infographic was originally published here:http://www.elephate.co/google-updates-2014/

What are the key records from the last year’s Google Update timeline?

For sure, the Updates called Payday Loan released in May and June are proof of Google’s consistent approach to web spam. That update was created to target shady websites ranking in the spammiest niches.

Removing authorship markups from SERPs was a big surprise for the whole Industry. The update affected a huge amount of pages which had authorship snippets connected. Many bloggers used to be taking a lot of advantages for increasing their CTRs thanks to authorship.

Without a doubt, one of the most important algorithm changes of the past year was the Pigeon Update. It had earlier been released; albeit, only in the US market, but rounded off the year by its extension into the UK, Australian and Canadian markets. The Pigeon significantly modified the ways of viewing and also classifying rankings of local search results.

The timing of this infographic is essential in the sense that site owners can be wary of the dangers they pose to businesses. It is also meant to elicit discussions as to whether all the debates, arguments and apprehensions associated with these updates are really worth the hype. Many webmasters and bloggers are of a different opinion that abiding by Google’s rules and staying off the shady pattern of strategieswould ensure there’s no cause for alarm or concern whenever an algorithm refresh or release come calling.

Author: Wojtek Mazur is a CEO and co-founder of Elephate, a Search Marketing Agency based in Wroclaw, Poland. Wojtek (@mazur_w on Twitter) specializes in creating and implementing Link Building and Content Marketing strategies for international clients from various industries.