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At this point, very few companies actually avoid using social media in some way shape, or form. It’s a technology that connects business owners with millions upon millions of potential customers. So, it’s only natural to be introduced to social media posts when looking up businesses. So, Google Maps will now show social media posts from businesses.
Google Maps has been coming out with some new features. For example, the app will now show you building entrances and exits. When you tap on a specific building while navigating, you will see little green arrows pointing you to where your entrances and exits are. It’s going to help you navigate, as you’ll know where to park, and you will be better able to navigate confusing parking lots.
Google Maps will show social media posts from businesses
Many businesses thrive on social media posts. Imagine owning a restaurant and having hundreds of thousands of likes and views on Instagram pictures of your food. Or, if you own a museum, wouldn’t it be great to have pictures and videos of the beautiful art being exhibited?
That’s the beauty of social media. Sure, you can easily access social media pages directly from the dedicated apps. However, Google Maps has a way for you to capture those eager tourists searching for local businesses.
According to the report, when you search for a business on Google Maps, you will see the business profile. That is not new. However, on the profile, you will see the businesses’ most recent social media posts. Now, if this sounds invasive, don’t worry. Google is not automatically searching for and finding your social media accounts. If you own the business, and you have a business account, you will be able to link your account to yours when you do a search on Google Maps, the app will just pull from the social media posts present. You’ll be able to use social media accounts like your Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (now X) account.
If you own a business, and you don’t see the feature just yet, then you may have to wait just a bit. Google is still rolling this feature out to users.