What is query deserves freshness (QDF) and how does it affect content strategy?

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What is query deserves freshness (QDF) and how does it affect content strategy?

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Query deserves freshness (QDF) is Google's algorithmic detection of queries where freshness is crucial, giving a temporary ranking boost to recently updated content. This affects content strategy by requiring regular updates for topics sensitive to freshness.