Facebook Messenger Launches Desktop App With Unlimited and Free Group Video Calls
Facebook has launched the very first standalone Messenger app for desktop, available now on Windows and macOS.
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Matt G. Southern, Senior News Writer, has been with Search Engine Journal since 2013. With a bachelor’s degree in communications, Matt specializes in gathering details, checking facts, and making complex subjects easy to understand. In addition to writing articles, Matt oversees strategy development for SEJ’s news department.
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Google SEO 101: The Evolution of Search Result Previews
Google explains the guiding principles behind search result previews that took the results page from 10 blue links to now.
Google My Business Launches New Post Type for COVID-19 Related Announcements
Google My Business listings now have access to a new type of post designed for announcements related to COVID-19.
Twitter Gives Marketers a Content Calendar Full of Tweet Prompts
Not sure what to post on Twitter these days? Twitter’s taking out the guesswork with a month-long content calendar.
Facebook Helps Businesses Respond to the Impact of COVID-19
Facebook published three new guides to help different categories of businesses respond to the impact of coronavirus.
Facebook Introduces New Video Publishing & Discovery Features
Facebook is rolling out several updates to video publishing, including the ability to upload multiple videos at the same time.
Google to Support New COVID-19 Special Announcement Schema in Search Results
Google search results will soon support a new type of schema markup designed for special announcements related to COVID-19.
Google Offers COVID-19 SEO Tips for Health Websites in New Guide
Google has launched several initiatives to assist health organizations with making COVID-19 information more accessible in search results.
Google: Marking a Business ‘Temporarily Closed’ Doesn’t Impact Rankings
Google’s Danny Sullivan confirms that marking a Google My Business listing as temporarily closed will not harm rankings or visibility.
Google Cancels April Fools’ Day Plans This Year Due to Coronavirus
Google has decided to suspend April Fools’ Day plans this year, according to a leaked internal email.
Google Search Console Updates: More Control Over Data & Email Notifications
Google has updated Search Console with features that give site owners more control over their account preferences.
Facebook Focusing on Live Streaming As Usage Spikes During COVID-19 Lockdowns
Facebook is abruptly shifting the focus of product development toward live streaming as COVID-19 lockdowns lead to increased demand.
Pinterest Introduces ‘Today’ Tab With Focus on COVID-19 Related Content
Pinterest is accelerating the rollout of a new home page tab called “Today” which features daily inspiration with curated content.
New Google My Business Guidance for Healthcare Providers
Google published a new help document designed to help healthcare providers get started with Google My Business.
Pinterest Launches Verified Merchant Program With Applications Open to All
Pinterest is rolling out its new Verified Merchant Program, which comes with a blue checkmark and other perks.
Google Recommends Ways to Pause Businesses in Search During COVID-19 Pandemic
Google is providing guidance to businesses who wish to pause their online activity as the coronavirus pandemic continues to grow.
LinkedIn Suggests 4 Types of Posts to Share Amid COVID-19 Lockdowns
As activity on LinkedIn ramps up during COVID-19 lockdowns, the company has published tips on what businesses should be posting.
Coronavirus And The Impact On Businesses So Far – Who’s Up & Who’s Down?
A report reveals the business impact of Coronavirus in the US, including which categories are up and which are down.
YouTube Updates for Creators: Improved Analytics for Live Streams & More
YouTube announced updates for creators, including better analytics for live streams, in its latest video on the Creator Insider channel.
Google SEO 101: Updating Your Google My Business Listing
Google‘s latest ‘Search for Beginners’ video on YouTube is an introduction on how to use Google My Business.
Yelp Lets Users Donate to Small Businesses in Response to COVID-19 Closures
Yelp is partnering with GoFundMe to introduce a way for independent businesses to accept donations through their Yelp pages.
Instagram Launches ‘Stay Home’ Story & Co-Watching Feature Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Instagram is launching new features in an effort to encourage users to stay home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Google Ads Improves Asset Reporting for App Campaigns With 4 New Updates
Google Ads is enhancing asset reporting in app campaigns with four updates to provide advertisers with detailed and actionable insights.
Bing Supports New Schema Markup for COVID-19 Special Announcements
Bing is now using a new type of structured data markup for special announcements related specifically to COVID-19.
Google Explains How to Use Search Console’s Index Coverage Report
Google published a new Search Console training video all about how to use the index coverage report.
Google Ads Introduces New Policies for Government Documents & Services
Google Ads has new policies, going into effect in May, on advertising government documents and official services.
Twitter to Prioritize COVID-19 Tweets From Verified Accounts
Twitter published a PSA notifying users that tweets from verified accounts will be prioritized over regular accounts for COVID-19 updates.
Google Launches COVID-19 Info Site & New Search Experience for Coronavirus Queries
Google has launched its anticipated COVID-19 information website as well as a new search experience for coronavirus queries.
Google My Business Temporarily Removes Features Due to COVID-19
Google is temporarily removing some features from Google My Business as a result of limitations caused by the COVID-19 situation.
Yelp Launches Efforts to Help Local Businesses Impacted By COVID-19
Yelp launched a number of efforts aimed at helping local businesses that have been affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.