Google will phase out low-usage Search features and retire support for some structured data types in Search Console and its API starting January 2026, according to a November 2025 update on the Google Search Central blog. The company said the changes aim to simplify results and improve speed, and that most users will not notice a major difference.
Key details
- Google said it regularly evaluates existing features for usefulness to people and site owners.
- It identified low-usage features that do not add significant value and will phase them out.
- The company framed the changes as part of ongoing efforts to streamline the search results page.
- Google expects most users will not see major differences.
- According to the announcement, the update should simplify the page and improve search speed.
Starting in January 2026, we'll remove support for the structured data types in Search Console and its API.
Background
Google periodically adds, updates, or removes Search features after assessing adoption and user value. When usage is low, the company may retire related support in its tools.
Structured data remains documented on Search Central for supported features. The November post did not announce a broad discontinuation of structured data across Search.
Timeline and impact
- Timeline: January 2026 - removal of support in Search Console and its API for certain structured data types.
- Impact: minimal visible change for most users, per Google.
- For updates and specifics, monitor the Search Central blog.
Source
Google explained the update on its Search Central blog in November 2025.
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