Where Did My Google Knowledge Panel Go?
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| How it looks searching for my name on Google without my Google knowledge panel |
Just a few days ago, I experienced a strange phenomenon in the digital world—my Google knowledge panel vanished. For those who might not be familiar, a knowledge panel is the handy box that appears in the search results when you or your brand is searched for. It typically includes essential information, such as links to social media accounts and music platforms, helping people discover more about you and your work.
When you searched for "Oya Obinidodo," my knowledge panel would proudly display all this information. It was a great way to put everything in one place and connect with fans and listeners. But now, when you search for my name, that helpful panel has disappeared into thin air. Even when you search for “Oya Obinidodo songs,” the search results do show my music, but that convenient panel? Gone.
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| How it looks when you search for my songs |
I’ve put in a feedback request to Google, hoping that they can resolve this issue soon. Fingers crossed! It’s a bit frustrating, to say the least, because this panel was not just a vanity feature; it served as an essential tool for reaching out to new listeners and engaging with my community.
To illustrate how impactful a knowledge panel can be, I looked at other artists like Summer Walker. When you type her name into the search bar, you’re greeted with a wealth of information—images, links, and everything in between. It’s a significant advantage for artists in today’s digital age.
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| An example of how it used to look when you searched my name on Google (Summer Walker's Google knowledge panel ) |
While I understand that these panels are managed by Google’s algorithms and can sometimes change without notice, it’s disheartening to see something that once facilitated connection simply vanish. For now, all I can do is wait and hope that it updates soon. It’s a reminder of how quickly things can change in the online landscape, and I’m keeping my spirits up as I navigate this annoying hiccup.
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