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Get answers to common questions on GBP listing edits, suspensions, address updates, review management and finding support.
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This is just a reminder that Google has discontinued Google Business Profile chat yesterday and call history is going away.
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Google has not specifically confirmed this but a new local SEO report says these may be newly discovered local ranking signals.
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July 31, 2024 Google will shut down call history and chat - you can download your history now.
Follow these steps to appeal your GBP suspension and increase your chances of getting reinstated on Google Maps and local search results.
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Verification status, managing appeals and managing reviews currently may not be working.
Eventually these redirects will go away and the website URLs will lead users to a dead end.
It is unclear if this was intentionally removed or if this is a bug that Google will fix soon.
Google mandates third parties to let merchants easily disconnect services from Business Profiles. Learn more about the new opt-out process.
In some regions outside of the US, some are seeing local packs in the Google search results but in many regions they are not.
Google also shared new stats on actions it took in 2023 to block fake reviews and local listings.
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Businesses wanting to maintain their online presence will need to rebuild their sites using an alternative platform.
If your business isn't open 24/7, Google does not recommend you change your business listing to be open 24 hours per day.
Google said it is "making it easy for U.S. shoppers to discover and shop at small businesses this weekend and beyond."
Learn how to navigate the revamped process with confidence and provide the right documents and evidence for a successful reinstatement.
Google also added new accessibility features to Google Maps.
Here's why understanding Google's guidelines is vital for your Business Profile's success and how to avoid suspension.
While Google showed social media profile links for local listings for a long time, Google Business Profiles may soon let you manage those links.
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Google said in this case the alleged scammers created 350 fraudulent Business Profiles and over 14,000 fake reviews.
Google has updated the Search Generative Experience to use Business Profile data for its AI-snapshots.
Google is investigating if this is a bug or a new enforcement of some kind.
Take a closer look at how Google reviews, rankings, and ratings work together to help new businesses and get tips on how you can start getting reviews.
Some “unwritten” rules can trigger your GBP's suspension and impact your local search visibility. Here are some violations to watch out for.
Google also shared some states on how it fought fake reviews and content in local search.
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The local pack that Google generally shows for queries with local intent has gone missing.
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Managing your GBP listing from Google search is the new norm. Here's an overview of the in-search experience features you need to know.
US-based dealerships can now add all their inventory to their local business profile in Google.
Also, Google will no longer support custom call to actions.
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