Newspapers Category Overview
The Newspapers category, identified by the numeric ID 543540, is the designated classification for print news publications within the Google product taxonomy. It sits at the third level of the hierarchy, specifically under the parent category of Magazines & Newspapers.
What belongs in this category
This category is intended for physical newspaper products. Based on examples from the US market, this includes:
- Original historical newspaper issues
- Newspaper reprints featuring historical headlines
- Current or archival daily newspaper publications
- Regional and national newspaper editions
Use this category for authentic paper editions or reproductions that function as traditional daily or weekly news journals. These items are distinct from glossy editorial magazines that focus on lifestyle or long-form investigative content.
What does not belong here
Do not categorize magazines or fashion periodicals here; these belong in the Magazines category. If your product is a digital subscription or a purely online news access key, you should avoid this category entirely as it is strictly for physical print media. Always ensure that your item is a news-focused publication rather than a periodical journal covering specific niche topics like fashion, cars, or hobbies, which typically fall into the Magazines taxonomy branch.
Subcategory information
There are no subcategories for Newspapers; this is the most specific classification level available for these products.
How to update your feed
You may submit either the ID 543540 or the full path Media > Magazines & Newspapers > Newspapers. Including this attribute helps Google categorize your items accurately, though remember that product_type remains your personal internal classification tool.