Search Console Performance reports
Choose a chart view and check what a change in search traffic actually tells you.
Harlan WiltonStart with weekly and monthly views when daily fluctuations make a trend hard to see. Follow the numbered screenshots to change the chart and compare the same report at two levels of detail.
Use annotations to record a site change before investigating its effect. For a specific reporting question, AI-powered configuration can suggest settings for you to check.
When the question is about who finds you, inspect branded queries. For visibility in AI features, read the generative AI reports guide.
If you publish on Instagram, TikTok, X, or YouTube, start by adding a social account.
Google's Performance report setup guide explains the available metrics and date controls.
If your question is about recent numbers changing or missing rows, use the data limits guides.