Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article
TL;DR Summary of Google’s New Discover Feed Source Overview Help Page
Google introduced a new Discover feed source overview help page explaining how source names appear on Discover cards. The overviews are automatically generated from public, trusted internet sources but can sometimes be inaccurate. Users can report errors via a feedback option directly on the card or through a legal help link on their own source overview page. This aims to improve the accuracy and reliability of source information in the Discover feed.
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Understanding the Discover Feed Source Overview Feature
Google’s new help page for the Discover feed source overview highlights how source names and profiles are displayed on cards within the Discover feed. These overviews are:
- Automatically generated from publicly available, trusted websites and content platforms.
- Designed to provide users with context about where the information originates.
- Susceptible to occasional errors due to inaccuracies in the public data used.
How Google Handles Errors and Feedback
To maintain high-quality source information, Google offers users straightforward methods to report mistakes:
- By tapping the three-dot menu on any Discover card and selecting Send feedback.
- For content owners, by accessing the Legal help link located in the footer of their source overview page.
Once feedback is received, Google reviews it and takes appropriate action to correct or update the source overview. This proactive approach encourages transparency and accuracy in the Discover experience.
Implications for Publishers and Users
Publishers should monitor their source overviews to ensure they represent their content accurately. Users gain more trust in the Discover feed thanks to the ability to flag wrong information easily, fostering a more reliable and informative browsing environment.
