Google has officially retired its Mobile Usability report, Mobile-Friendly Test tool, and Mobile-Friendly Test API as of December 1st, 2023.
The announcement, made in April 2023, aimed to conclude these tools that aided website owners in improving the mobile user experience.
Despite this, Google emphasized the crucial role of mobile usability in achieving success on Google Search, recognizing the importance of mobile devices in user interactions.
The Search Console mobile usability report can no longer be accessed within the Search Console, making it unavailable for users trying to find it.
The mobile-friendly testing tool, once accessible, has been redirected to Lighthouse, reflecting the shift towards alternative tools for evaluating mobile usability.
The API associated with these tools will no longer return results, further indicating the complete removal of these mobile-focused functionalities.
Users relying on these reports for client projects or internal SEO work are now encouraged to adopt alternative tools, such as Lighthouse, to ensure the mobile-friendliness of their sites and webpages.