back button hijacking

Google will penalize websites for back button hijacking starting in June, labeling it a 'malicious practice.' This technique manipulates browser history to keep users engaged, often leading to phantom pages with additional content or pop-ups. Examples include LinkedIn redirecting users after clicking back from a profile or job posting.

Google has introduced a new spam policy targeting 'back button hijacking,' a technique used to manipulate user navigation for malicious purposes. The policy update was announced via Google's developer blog and discussed on Hacker News with 13 points and 3 comments.