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- How to add a preferred news source on Google
- Why mark a publisher as your preferred source
- What changes in Google News and Discover after you choose a source
- Manage preferences and privacy settings
- Best practices for choosing trusted news sources
- Troubleshooting common problems
- How this affects discovery and search results
Take control of the news you see by telling Google which outlets you trust most. Setting a preferred source steers Google News and Discover toward content you value. Below you’ll find clear steps, benefits, and tips to add and manage preferred news sources on Google.
How to add a preferred news source on Google
- Open the Google app or Google News on your phone or desktop.
- Search for the publisher or outlet you want to prioritize.
- On the publisher’s profile, tap the menu or follow button.
- Select the option to mark as preferred or add to your favorites.
- Confirm and check your settings under “Sources” or “Following.”
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Why mark a publisher as your preferred source
- Personalize your feed: Google surfaces more stories from voices you trust.
- Faster access: preferred outlets can appear higher in Google News and Discover.
- Consistency: you get more coverage on topics those publishers focus on.
- Control misinformation: choose reputable sources to shape the results you see.
What changes in Google News and Discover after you choose a source
When you add a favored outlet, its stories are prioritized across Google’s news surfaces. That means more articles, breaking coverage, and opinion pieces from that publisher appear in your feed.
- Notifications: you may receive alerts for major stories from chosen publishers.
- Story ranking: preferred sources influence which items appear at the top.
- Topic suggestions: Google uses your selections to recommend related topics.
Manage preferences and privacy settings
Keep your feed aligned with your needs by reviewing settings regularly. Google lets you add, remove, or mute sources anytime.
- Open Settings > News preferences to view your list.
- Use the mute option to temporarily stop coverage from a source.
- Check your activity controls to limit personalization and saved preferences.
- Review connected accounts if you use the same Google profile across devices.
Best practices for choosing trusted news sources
- Pick outlets with transparent ownership and clear editorial standards.
- Favor publishers that correct errors and link to sources.
- Mix viewpoints to avoid echo chambers and broaden perspective.
- Verify facts across multiple trusted outlets before sharing.
Troubleshooting common problems
- Not seeing updates? Make sure you’re signed in to the correct Google account.
- Changes not applied? Clear cache or update the app to the latest version.
- Notifications missing? Check app permissions and alert settings.
- Source unavailable? Some publishers opt out of certain Google features.
How this affects discovery and search results
Adding preferred publishers influences what appears in Discover and some personalized search suggestions. It does not guarantee exclusive placement, but it raises the likelihood that content from those outlets reaches your feed more often.
Tip: Balance personalization with diverse sources to maintain a well-rounded news diet.
