Google would not say any search engine marketing change for opening hyperlinks in present or new home windows

Google’s John Mueller was asked whether opening links in a new window compared to the existing window (tab) would make any difference in terms of SEO or ranking on Google. John said no, there is no difference for ranking purposes.

I know a very simple question and simple answer, but is it refreshing sometimes to post simple things? And I am sure of it none of you are surprised through this:

You’re right 🙂

– 🧀 John 🧀 (@JohnMu) October 15, 2021

If you are confused by this, maybe this GIF will clarify what it means that the HTML opens a link on the same tab versus a new tab; basically adding target = new or blank to your html link.

Here’s how it’s done in WordPress:

Forum discussion at Twitter.