Google Draws the Line: Hijacking the Back Button Is Now a Spam Violation
Key Takeaways The Google spam policy back button hijacking update officially designates the practice as a malicious spam violation. Google announced the policy on April 13, 2026, with enforcement beginning June 15, 2026. Sites in violation may face manual spam actions or automated demotions in Google Search. Third-party libraries and advertising platforms can cause the […] Read more







