Google Launched December 2025 Core Update: What It Means for Websites & Marketers
Google launched its December 2025 Core Update on December 11, 2025, marking the third core update of the year. This routine algorithm tweak aims to surface more relevant, satisfying content across all site types, with a rollout expected to last up to three weeks. What Is the December 2025 Core Update? Core updates refresh Google's core ranking systems to better match search results with user needs. The December 2025 version began at around 12:25 p.m. ET and impacts global searches in all languages, including Google Discover and feature snippets. Google describes it as a "regular update" focused on promoting high-quality pages without penalties. Unlike targeted spam updates, it rewards content that demonstrates genuine value. Why Google Released It and Key Differences Google releases core updates several times yearly to refine quality signals amid evolving web content. This one follows March and June 2025 core updates plus an August spam update, addressing ongoing issue...