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fromSearch Engine Roundtable
2 weeks ago

Google Local Service Ads Reviews Managed By Business Profiles

Starting on 07/11/2025, your customer reviews will be fully managed from Google Business Profile, not your Local Services Ads account. All existing reviews will be verified against Google Maps Review Policies.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

The Silent Revenue Killer: How a Google Business Suspension Can Cost Small Businesses Thousands

According to industry estimates, around 2% of small businesses with Google profiles face suspension every month. That translates to approximately 100,000 businesses hit by suspension every month.
E-Commerce
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
1 month ago

Google SMS Review Scams & Blackmail Threats

Scammers are now texting businesses about how they're posting negative reviews on their business.
Privacy professionals
Privacy professionals
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
1 month ago

Google Updates Service Area Business Guidelines Don't Add Countries Or States

Google prohibits adding countries or states to service area lists for business profiles.
Service areas must not extend beyond approximately two hours driving distance from the business location.
Social media marketing
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How to Get Google Reviews for Business Growth in 2025

Online customer reviews are now more important than advertisements for defining a brand.
Google Business Profile is essential for local businesses to thrive by enhancing visibility and reputation.
fromMarylandReporter.com
1 month ago

How to Grow a Home Services Company in Maryland - MarylandReporter.com

To succeed in Maryland's home services market, businesses must enhance online visibility and connect with qualified leads through effective marketing strategies.
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
2 months ago

Google Business Profiles What's Happening

Google introduces 'What's Happening' to help restaurants and bars feature events and specials in their profiles, enhancing customer engagement.
#digital-marketing
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 months ago

How Small Businesses Can Survive The Massive Change In Google Search

Zero-click search is reshaping how customers find businesses online.
Business owners need to adapt their digital marketing strategies to thrive in zero-click search.
Maintaining an updated Google Business Profile is crucial for local search visibility.
Creating content that answers specific customer questions is vital for online engagement.
#local-seo
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
4 months ago

Google Business Profile Setup Broken At Phone/Website Screen

I've come across several posts about users facing issues when creating a Google Business Profile-specifically where the 'Next' button becomes unresponsive after entering the phone number and website details. Please note that I've already escalated this issue to the Google team. I'll share any updates here as soon as I receive more information.
Mobile UX
fromForbes
4 months ago

Avoid High Recruitment Costs By Using Google Business Profile

The rising cost of recruitment marketing poses significant challenges for small businesses, compelling them to seek innovative, budget-friendly hiring solutions such as Google Business Profile.
Online marketing
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
4 months ago

Google Business Profile Icon For Good For Kids

Labeling your Google Business Profile as kid-friendly is not new, but I don't believe I have ever seen an icon that represents that within the Google Business Profile listing within Google Search. The icon is a pack of crayons that says 'Good for Kids.'
Mobile UX
Online marketing
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
4 months ago

Google Business Profile Now Fully Associated With Local Service Ads

Google Local Service Ads now requires accounts to be linked with Google Business Profiles for reviews.
Future reviews for Local Services Ads will be exclusively managed through Google Business Profiles.
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
5 months ago

Google Emails Owners A Reminder About Business Profile Policies

Google is reinforcing awareness of Business Profile policies regarding reviews to ensure compliance among business owners.
Business
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
5 months ago

Google Business Profiles Management Pages Broken

Google Business Profile edit section is currently experiencing a 500 error affecting all users.
Numerous users are voicing the same issue on forums and social media.
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