Backlinks and reconsideration requests

 Backlinks and reconsideration requests
When talking to site owners on Google Webmaster Forums we come across questions on reconsideration requests and how to handle backlink-related issues. Here are some common questions, along with our recommendations. When should I file a reconsideration...

Transparency Report: What it takes for governments to access personal information

Transparency Report: What it takes for governments to access personal information
Today we’re releasing new data for the Transparency Report, showing that the steady increase in government requests for our users’ data continued in the second half of 2012, as usage of our services continued to grow. We’ve shared figures like this...