30-second summary: Google has always placed its emphasis on the user experience Core web vitals (CWV) and the Page Experience Update are part of that evolution Sites that already recognize the importance of fast loading times and exceptional UX are best positioned to benefit The prospect of having searchers warned off from clicking on your organic listings is real Optimizing user experience makes for a more delightful web experience for all. Back in May 2020, Google announced a major Page Experience Update was on the horizon, based on information taken from internal studies and industry research that demonstrates how users prefer sites with a great page experience. This new set of search ranking signals incorporates user experience metrics including mobile-friendliness, safe browsing, SSL certification, and intrusive interstitials, as well as Core Web Vitals.
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A marketer’s guide to Core Web Vitals and page experience