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Recover from a Google Algorithm Update Hit: A 4-Stage Claude Diagnostic
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Recover from a Google Algorithm Update Hit: A 4-Stage Claude Diagnostic

A real-world, repeatable 4-stage diagnostic that uses Claude to triage post-update traffic drops — intent match, E-E-A-T gaps, content quality vs. the SERP, and internal linking. Includes the prioritization matrix, the actual prompt, and a worked example from a December 2025 hit.