Google Confirms Search Indexing Issue via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern

Google has confirmed an ongoing indexing issue affecting its search engine.

The announcement came via the Google Search Status Dashboard on December 9 at 3:00 PM Pacific Time.

This issue impacts Google’s ability to index new content, potentially affecting search visibility for publishers and businesses worldwide.

Status Update and Timeline

At 3:38 PM PST, Google’s team issued their first official statement: ‘

“Google is investigating reports about delayed indexing in Google Search that’s affecting a small number of sites.”

Google says it will provide an update within 12 hours of the initial report.

Impact on Publishers

While Google says this issue affect “a small number of sites,” it could have significant implications for:

• News organizations relying on timely content indexation
• E-commerce sites updating product listings
• Businesses publishing time-sensitive content

What You Need To Know

The Google Search Status Dashboard, the official channel for search-related service updates, remains the primary source for following the situation’s development.

Website owners experiencing indexing delays are encouraged to:

1. Monitor the Search Status Dashboard for updates
2. Document any indexing issues for their properties
3. Await further guidance before taking any corrective actions

Next Update Expected

Google’s next status update should arrive by early morning hours of December 10, 2024 (Pacific Time).

Search Engine Journal will continue monitoring this situation and provide updates as new information becomes available.

For the latest updates, you can visit the Google Search Status Dashboard.

Editor’s Note: This story is developing and will be updated as new information emerges.

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SEJ STAFF Matt G. Southern Senior News Writer at Search Engine Journal

Matt G. Southern, Senior News Writer, has been with Search Engine Journal since 2013. With a bachelor’s degree in communications, ...