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How Google Uses User Engagement Signals for SEO in 2026

In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into the murky world of user engagement signals—clicks, dwell time, pogo-sticking—and how Google might actually use them in 2026. They unpack the difference between ranking factors and ranking signals, examine the challenges of measuring intent through behavior, and explore why correlation isn't causation. With the March 2026 core update still fresh, they discuss how engagement data could shape future rankings, referencing real-world cases like the 'long-click' study and the role of browser data. Tune in for a nuanced look at what we know…

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