How to get your Blogger site approved for Google News

To get your website approved for Google News with Blogger, you'll need to follow specific guidelines and create high-quality content. Here's a comprehensive step-by-step guide:

1. 1. Create High-Quality News Content:

   • Focus on creating timely and accurate news articles that cover important and relevant topics. Ensure your content is well-written and free from errors.
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2. 2. Use Blogger as Your Platform:

   • If you're not already using Blogger, sign up and set up your blog. Choose a clean and professional template.
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3. 3. Optimize Your Blog:

   • Customize your blog's design and structure to make it user-friendly. Ensure easy navigation and a responsive design.
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4. 4. Add a News Section:

   • Create a dedicated section or category on your blog specifically for news articles. Organize your content effectively.
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5. 5. Frequent Updates:

   • Consistently publish newsworthy articles to keep your content fresh and up-to-date. Regular updates are essential.
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6. 6. Proper Attribution:

   • Always attribute your sources and provide proper citations when using information from other news sources.
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7. 7. Avoid Non-News Content:

   • Make sure your blog primarily contains news articles and not how-to guides, job postings, or unrelated content, as Google News excludes such content.
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8. 8. Implement SEO Best Practices:

   • Optimize your articles for search engines by using relevant keywords and metadata. This will help your content rank better.
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9. 9. Submit Your Blog to Google News:

   • Go to Google News Publisher Center (https://partnerdash.google.com/partnerdash/d/news) and submit your blog for approval. You'll need to verify your ownership of the website through Google Search Console.
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10. 10. Wait for Approval:

    • Google will review your blog for compliance with their guidelines. This process may take some time.
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11. 11. Maintain Quality:

    • Once approved, continue to maintain the quality and relevance of your news content to stay in Google News.
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12. 12. Use Relevant Images:

    • Include relevant images in your news articles to make them visually appealing. Ensure you have the necessary rights or permissions to use these images.
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13. 13. Cite Sources for Images:

    • If using images from other sources, provide proper attribution and ensure you have the right to use them.

By following these steps, you can improve your chances of getting approved for Google News with Blogger while maintaining high-quality content and adhering to their guidelines.