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Description: A Google preferred source is a publisher a signed-in user has marked as preferred in Google Search.

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# Google preferred source.

Definition

## What it _means._

A Google preferred source is a publisher a signed-in user has marked as preferred in Google Search. The choice can make that publisher more prominent for that reader in supported features, including Top Stories. Readers control their preferences; selection does not guarantee permanent placement or visibility to other users.

Worked example

## In _practice._

A reader selects a publisher as a preferred source. Google can show more of that publisher in supported search features when relevant content is available. The preference belongs to that reader; it does not guarantee placement for every query or increase everyone else's rankings.

Where this work happens: [AI Search Optimization](https://www.strataigize.com/generative-engine-optimization/)

Related terms

-   [AI visibility](https://www.strataigize.com/glossary/ai-visibility/)
-   [Zero-click search](https://www.strataigize.com/glossary/zero-click-search/)

## Put it in _context._

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