How to Make IndieWire a Preferred Source on Google

You can ensure that IndieWire's reporting and analysis informs all of your searches in a few simple steps.

Do you rely on IndieWire‘s film and TV coverage? If so, please consider taking a moment to ensure you never miss an important story via Google‘s new Preferred Sources feature.

Choosing IndieWire as a preferred source ensures that Google will prioritize IndieWire stories in all of your queries, including traditional searches, Discover, and AI Overviews. Whether you’re searching for movie release dates, TV recommendations, or the latest breaking news, you’ll have access to IndieWire’s reporting and analysis.

If you want to add IndieWire as one of your preferred sources, you can either click this link, click the “Add Us As a Preferred Google Source” button at the top of this article, or manually adjust your preferences by following the instructions below.

Search Google for Any Film or TV-Related Subject

First, head to Google.com and search for any entertainment topic. A movie, a TV show, or a film festival will all work perfectly.

Click the “Customize” Icon to the Right of “Top Stories”

Head to the “Top Stories” section of your results that links to news websites. In the top right corner, you’ll see a starred icon that says “Customize.” Click it.

Search for Preferred Sources and Type “IndieWire”

Clicking the customize button will open a new search bar that asks you to type in your preferred sources. That’s where you can add IndieWire.

Reload Your Results

Once you’ve selected IndieWire as a preferred source, simply click the “Reload Results” button in the bottom right corner, and you’ll be all set!