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Google now gives you tools to shape the news and results you see. If you want a specific outlet to show up more often in your feed, you can tell Google to prioritize that source. Below are practical steps and tips to help you add and manage preferred sources across Google’s apps.
What it means to set a preferred source on Google
Choosing a preferred source tells Google you want content from a particular publisher to appear more frequently in your personalized feed. This affects Google Discover and Google News for signed-in users. It does not guarantee every piece from that outlet will be shown, but it nudges the algorithm in that direction.
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How to add a preferred source in Google apps
Exact options vary by device and app version. Try these common approaches.
On Android and iPhone (Google app)
- Open the Google app and find an article from the outlet you like.
- Tap the three-dot menu near the article or publisher name.
- Look for options such as Follow or Add as preferred source and select it.
- If prompted, confirm the choice to prioritize that publisher in your feed.
In Google News
- Open Google News and search for the publication.
- Tap the publisher’s profile or article.
- Choose Follow or the similar control to add it to your followed sources.
- Check the Following tab to manage all saved outlets.
On desktop
- Visit news.google.com and locate the publisher page.
- Use the follow or subscribe button where available.
- Sign in so your preferences sync across devices.
Practical steps to make your preference stick
- Sign into your Google account. Preferences sync only for signed-in users.
- Follow the publisher from multiple places: Search cards, Discover articles, and Google News.
- Enable activity controls so Google can use your interactions to personalize feeds.
- Allow notifications if you want immediate updates from that source.
Ways to refine and manage preferred sources
Control and adjust which outlets shape your feed with these options.
- Visit the Following or Sources section in Google News to unfollow or reorder publishers.
- Use the three-dot menu on individual articles to hide or block sources you do not want.
- Clear or pause personalization if you want a neutral feed temporarily.
Troubleshooting when a source does not appear
If your preferred publisher still rarely shows up, try these checks.
- Update the Google app to the latest version.
- Confirm the outlet publishes content in your language and region.
- Clear app cache, sign out and sign back in, or reinstall the app.
- Remember that algorithm changes and editorial choices can limit visibility.
Why prioritizing certain outlets can help
Setting preferences saves time and sharpens the relevance of news you see. It can also help you balance sources or follow specialized coverage.
Choose reliable publishers and diversify the list to avoid filter bubbles while keeping your feed useful.
