Google leaked internal Search docs on GitHub, revealing ranking details

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Google accidentally published internal Search documentation to GitHub, revealing details on webpage ranking. The leak includes 2,596 modules and 14,014 attributes. Google confirmed the authenticity but warned against inaccurate assumptions. The documents suggest click-through rates influence rankings, contradicting past statements. Google also allegedly uses whitelists to boost certain websites. SEO experts are analyzing the leak, expressing concern over potential manipulation of search results.


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