January 2026: Google’s Algorithm Updates Continue
If you’re wondering if there are any ongoing Google Algorithm updates as your website traffic dropped, then YES, updates are still in process, as of January 30, 2026.
In fact, there have been several Google algorithm updates in January 2026:
Above all, this might be the continuation of December’s update.
All the updates are related to providing value to the targeted audience.
Many websites, in many categories, have had performance volatility up to today, including:
- Arts & Entertainment
- Autos & Vehicles
- Beauty & Fitness
- Books & Literature
- Business & Industrial
- Computers & Electronics
- Finance
- Food & Drink
- Games
- Health
- Hobbies & Leisure
- Home & Garden
- Internet & Telecom
- Jobs & Education
- Law & Government
- News
- Online Communities
- People & Society
- Pets & Animals
- Real Estate
- Reference
- Science
- Shopping
- Sports
- Travel
So basically, website owners in numerous categories are experiencing organic traffic fluctuations now.
If you’re wondering if the volatility is still very high on Desktop or Mobile, you can check it here:
All in all, we can notice that volatility is slowing down during the last few days, but it can revert back again, so be cautious.
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Otherwise, your website’s organic traffic can be impacted by these updates as well.
You may also be interested in Google’s next February 2026 Core Discover Update here.
