Google's Preferred Sources Is Now A Global SEO Signal
By Roger Montti
Published on May 1, 2026.
Google has updated its Search Central documentation to include the Preferred Sources feature, which is now available in all languages supported by Google Search. The feature allows users to choose specific publishers they want to see more often in Top Stories and other search surfaces like Google Discover. This change aligns with Google’s ranking systems to up-rank websites users have indicated they want more of. The effect on Google Discover is that users will see more of their preferred sources in their feed. The change has been clarified and updated guidance for publishers looking to grow their audience through Top Stories. As of April 30th 2026, the feature is available globally, expanding from an English-only feature to a globally available system for users to signal their source preferences.
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