Google Publishes Detailed Help Document on Search Generative AI Content Controls
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Barry Schwartz
Summary
Google has released a detailed help document explaining new controls for how Google Search generative AI features (AI Mode and AI Overviews) use and link to publisher content. The document covers access methods, control options, functionality, timing, property inheritance, and feedback submission processes for website owners and SEO professionals.
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Earlier this month, Google announced new ways to control how Google's general search AI features (like AI Mode and AI Overviews) can use your content and link to your content.
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