[Google Search API] Searches with advanced operators time out intermittently

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Updates from SerpApi 9

1. identifiedAug 26, 2026, 2:33 PM UTC

   We've been experiencing issues with Google Search API executing very slowly or timing out entirely when advanced search operators are used in query. We've identified the issue and are currently working on a fix. https://github.com/serpapi/public-roadmap/issues/4080

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2. identifiedAug 29, 2026, 7:51 PM UTC

   Queries with advanced search operators may also be returning an HTTP 500 error: https://github.com/serpapi/public-roadmap/issues/4213 We're continuing to work toward a fix. Thank you for your patience in the meantime.

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3. identifiedSep 19, 2026, 11:31 PM UTC

   We're continuing to work on a fix for this issue. We'll let you know once it's implemented.

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4. monitoringSep 21, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC

   We have implemented a fix to resolve this issue. We are continuing to monitor closely.

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5. investigatingSep 22, 2026, 12:56 PM UTC

   We're seeing higher error rates on advanced searches again. We're investigating.

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6. investigatingOct 12, 2026, 8:50 AM UTC

   We are continuing our work on the issue. The team has tested multiple approaches so far, but none has proved to be a long-term solution. We'll get back with additional updates as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience, and apologies for the disruption.

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7. investigatingOct 15, 2026, 3:29 PM UTC

   We're continuing to work on a fix for this issue. We'll reach out with additional updates as soon as possible.

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8. investigatingOct 26, 2026, 8:24 PM UTC

   Our engineering team is still working to resolve this issue. We apologize for the continued disruption and will share updates as progress is made.

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9. investigatingNov 2, 2026, 12:12 PM UTC

   Our engineering team is continuing to work on Google Search API searches that use advanced operators and run slowly or time out. We do not have a confirmed fix yet, and affected searches may still time out intermittently. We apologize for the continued disruption and will share more information as soon as we have it.

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