Google iOS App Adds Page Annotation Opt-Out Option for Publishers
Google has introduced an opt-out mechanism for web publishers who wish to exclude their websites from the new Page Annotation feature in the Google App browser for iOS.
About Page Annotation
- Automatically identifies key entities on webpages
- Highlights entities inline within content
- Links highlighted terms to Google search results
- Currently available only on iOS Google App
Feature Functionality
The feature works by:
- Extracting relevant entities from webpage content
- Creating interactive highlights within text
- Providing direct search access for highlighted terms
- Enabling quick access to related information
Publisher Controls
Web publishers can now:
- Choose to opt out of the feature
- Control annotation display on their sites
- Submit opt-out requests through Google's form
- Manage their content presentation preferences
This update gives publishers more control over how their content appears within the Google App browser environment on iOS devices.
