Google’s new Page Annotation feature for its iOS browser automatically changes your website and adds to Google Search results. These auto-added links are not marked as “added by Google” and thus make the links look like I added them myself.
This can be read in the news like News Minimalist, The Verge or Search Engine Roundtable.
Why Opt Out?
It’s simple: I want full control over my content. If I want to link to another page, it’s my choice – not Google’s. I usually link to Wikipedia or official websites when I think this would add relevant Infos. Actually I’d rather prefer to opt-in than having to opt out – but well, that’s big-tech style.
How to Opt Out
At least this is easy: Submit the opt-out form specifically for this feature.
Once you submit the form, it may take up to 30 days for the changes to take effect. According to what I read, this is a one time thing for an entire site.