If you think the first step to local SEO is creating a Google business listing from scratch, think again. The search engine probably already built one for you—with inaccurate and missing data that'll harm your local search performance if left untouched. To take...
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How to Add Products & Services on Google Business Profile
More than 95% of small businesses aren't using these high-conversion features in Google Business Profile—products and services. That means, if you're a small- to medium-sized local business within the eligible categories, you could gain a competitive edge just by...
A Beginner’s Guide to Local SEO for Small Businesses
Key Moments What Is Local SEO? Why Is Local SEO Important? How Does Local SEO Work? How to Optimize for Local Search Results Best Local SEO Tools for Beginners What Is Local SEO? Local SEO is a strategy to optimize search engine visibility and ranking in local search...
Yelp SEO Guide: How to Optimize Your Business Listing
Each month, more than 178 million visitors discover local businesses on Yelp, so if your company isn't already on this local citation platform, you're missing out on countless conversion opportunities. Once you've created your Yelp business listing, here's how to...
Getting Started on Apple Business Connect
In January 2023, Apple released Apple Business Connect, the company's own version of Google Business Profile. While Apple Maps and Siri previously used data from business directories like Yelp, TripAdvisor, and FourSquare, the introduction of this new platform now...
A Complete Guide to Local Citations for Small Businesses
Managing your local citations is one of the most important steps in the local search engine optimization process. Your local citations should include NAP data—your business' name, address, and phone number—as well as other information relevant to your business....
How to Find Competitor Categories in Google Business Profile
If you're in the process of choosing your business category on Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business), you'll want to research which categories your competitors are using. A business categories list consists of one primary category and up to nine...
How to Update Photos on Google Business Profile
If you are looking to update your photos on Google Business Profile (once called Google My Business), check out our quick guide to adding photos to your Google listing. How to Add Photos on Google Business Profile What to Expect After Updating Your Photos on Google...
How to Update Your Business Category in Google Business Profile
If you've recently changed what you offer customers, you need to let Google know. By changing your business category on Google Business Profile (also known as Google My Business), you can start appearing in more accurate local searches. Here is a quick and easy guide...
How to Update Your Name in Google Business Profile
If you recently changed the name of your business, you need to update it on Google Business Profile (formerly known as Google My Business) to maintain your position in local searches and to avoid confusing your customers online. Follow our comprehensive guide to...