Review Process
A documented process by which subject matter experts review published content.
Key takeaways
- Review Process is a documented process by which subject matter experts review published content.
- Define who reviews which kinds of content, and what they check.
- Avoid: claiming expert review without a named reviewer.
What is Review Process?
A named reviewer (with credentials) on each article is a powerful EEAT signal, especially for technical, medical or financial content.
Why Review Process matters for EEAT in 2026
A documented review process shows that content is checked by someone qualified before it goes live. It matters most for technical, financial, medical and legal topics.
For a wider view of where this fits, see our full EEAT glossary or explore the Strategy and Audits service we run for clients.
How to apply Review Process on your site
Knowing the concept is only half of it. Work through these steps in order to put Review Process into practice on your own pages:
- Define who reviews which kinds of content, and what they check.
- Show the reviewer's name and the review date on reviewed pages.
- Re-review content on a schedule, not just at publication.
Common mistakes to avoid
Most sites that struggle with Review Process fall into the same traps. Check your pages against each of these before moving on:
- Claiming expert review without a named reviewer.
- Reviewing once and never again.
- Using reviewers without relevant expertise.
Questions about Review Process
A documented process by which subject matter experts review published content.
A documented review process shows that content is checked by someone qualified before it goes live. It matters most for technical, financial, medical and legal topics.
Start here: define who reviews which kinds of content, and what they check. Then show the reviewer's name and the review date on reviewed pages.
The most common is claiming expert review without a named reviewer. Another is reviewing once and never again.