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Google reverses JavaScript requirement for Search by July 2025?
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Google Requires JavaScript for Search as of January 17, 2025, to Enhance Security Against Malicious Activity
Jan 17, 2025, 05:40 PM
Google has implemented a new requirement for users of its search engine, mandating that JavaScript must be enabled to access Google Search. This change aims to enhance security by better protecting the platform against malicious activities, including bots and spam. Users who attempt to access the service without JavaScript enabled receive a notification prompting them to turn it on in order to continue their search. This update was first reported by TechCrunch and has since been confirmed by multiple sources.
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