How Google's March 2025 Core Update Reshaped Website Rankings

How Google's March 2025 Core Update Reshaped Website Rankings Google’s March 2025 Core Update has made serious waves in the SEO world — shaking up rankings, rewarding genuinely helpful content, and penalizing outdated or manipulative practices. If your site saw a dip (or a sudden rise!) this past month, chances are this algorithmic shift is the reason. In this post, we break down what changed , who was affected , and how to respond strategically . What Is a Core Update? A Core Update is Google’s broad and significant adjustment to how its search algorithm evaluates web content. Unlike targeted updates (like spam or product reviews), core updates affect all industries and search types. The March 2025 update is part of Google’s ongoing mission to: Reward helpful, relevant, and original content Reduce the influence of keyword-stuffed, AI-spammy, or manipulative content Prioritize trust, expertise, and user-first experiences Key Changes in the March 2025 Core Update 1. H...