Technical Definition
Review markup is structured data for product reviews and ratings. Types: aggregateRating (overall rating), Review (individual reviews). Enables star ratings in search results. Must reflect genuine, visible reviews on page. Abuse (fake reviews, hidden reviews) can result in manual action. Powerful for CTR when displayed.
Simple Explanation (ELI13)
Review markup is code that tells Google about your product reviews and ratings. When implemented correctly, it can show star ratings in search results, which gets more clicks. The reviews must be real and visible on your page. Fake review markup can get you penalized.
Related Terms
Structured Data, Rich Results, Product Schema, Reviews
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