How to Set The Guardian as Your Preferred News Source on Google
Google has introduced a significant update to its search functionality, allowing users to personalise their news feed through a feature called "Preferred Sources." This tool enables individuals to select specific news outlets they trust and want to see more frequently in their search results, moving beyond reliance on algorithms alone.
Steps to Add The Guardian as a Preferred Source
There are three straightforward methods to choose The Guardian as a preferred source on Google search, ensuring you access more of its journalism regularly.
- Direct Link Method: Visit Google's Preferred Sources form, log into your Google account, and tick the box that features The Guardian to add it to your list.
- Search Page Option: While conducting a Google search, click the star icon adjacent to the "Top Stories" section and enter The Guardian as a preferred source directly from there.
- Article Integration: Use the "Prefer the Guardian on Google" button available on any Guardian article, following the prompts to select it as a preferred source seamlessly.
By setting The Guardian as a preferred source, you will see more of its stories appear in both the "Top Stories" box and a dedicated "From Your Sources" section on Google's search results page. This customisation does not limit your exposure; you can select multiple preferred sources and adjust your choices at any time, maintaining a diverse mix of perspectives from other sites.
The Importance of Trusted News Sources
This development highlights a broader issue in today's media landscape: with the rise of misinformation and AI-generated content, finding reliable reporting is increasingly challenging. While platforms like Google design these tools, The Guardian remains committed to making its journalism accessible across all channels without sacrificing the independence and integrity that define its work.
Ultimately, the focus is on serving readers with clarity and context, regardless of changing algorithms or features. For feedback or thoughts, readers can contact customer.help@theguardian.com.
