6 ms·
For example, a search engine could add a small factor to search results from "friendly" companies, and subtract a factor from results from competitors. Google
by WalterGR 11y ago
For example, a search engine could add a small factor to search results from "friendly" companies, and subtract a factor from results from competitors.
Google absolutely does this - for example, to a site that I own.
So it's not just theory: Google has put it into practice.
- mgraczyk 11y agoUnless you're talking about AdWords, it is not possible to pay Google in any way to improve the ranking of your site.
- WalterGR 11y agoIn this case, my site is subject to the "subtract a factor from results from competitors", but that's equivalent to Google's preferred site buying rank. Unless you're talking about AdWords, it is not possible to pay Google in any way to improve the ranking of your site. Only officially.