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Google continues to use the content of the HTML title tag for ranking, even though the title displayed in search results may be modified by algorithms. Webmasters should not alter their titles to match what Google displays.
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💬 EN 📅 03/09/2021 ✂ 20 statements
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TL;DR

Google still uses the content of the <title> tag for ranking, even if it modifies what is displayed. Don't change your titles to match Google's display.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Google utilise-t-il la balise title modifiée pour le classement ?
Non, même si le titre affiché est modifié, la balise originale est utilisée pour le classement.
Dois-je changer mes titres pour aligner sur ce que Google affiche ?
Non, ne changez pas vos titres pour s'aligner sur l'affichage de Google.
Pourquoi Google modifie-t-il le titre affiché?
Pour améliorer l'expérience utilisateur et fournir des aperçus plus pertinents.
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