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Google My Business Allows Exports of 18-Months of Data
All Google My Business users now have the ability to export up to 18-months worth of data from their listings.
Google My Business Now Reports on Returning Customers
Two new reporting insights have been spotted in some users’ Google My Business dashboards.
2017 Local Search Ranking Factors: Proximity to Searcher is Number One
Here are the top local search ranking factors of 2017, according to dozens of local search experts.
Google Continues to Crack Down on Fake Google Maps Listings
Google has released new data which details its recent efforts to keep fake listings off Google Maps.
Google Maps Now Lets You Review Continents and Oceans
You can find virtually anything on Google, and it appears that now includes reviews for Earth’s continents and oceans.
Google My Business is Now Automating Ownership Conflict Resolution
Google has launched a new feature which gives business owners the ability to streamline the process of reclaiming ownership of their GMB listing.
New Google My Business Guidelines State Virtual Offices Not Allowed for Service-Area Businesses
According to new Google My Business (GMB) guidelines, it is not acceptable for a service-area business to use a virtual location.
Google Maps Update: Create and Share Lists of Favorite Places
In an update to the Google Maps app for iOS and Android, you can now create lists of your favorite places and share them with...
Google Maps on Android Now Shows How Difficult it is to Find Parking
Google has released an update for the Maps app on Android with the unique ability to display information about parking difficulty.
Google Maps for iOS Shows How Busy a Location is in Real-Time
Google Maps has updated its iOS app with a real-time look at busy a location right now.
Watch Out for Malicious Images in Google My Business Listings
There is a new negative SEO tactic going around which involves photos being maliciously inserted into Google My Business listings.
New Google My Business Insights: Compare Photo Views Against Competitors
As of December 15, insights are now available for photos in Google My Business.
Google Offering Expedited Google My Business Verification for a Limited Time
For a limited time Google is allowing businesses to fast track Google My Business verification.
Google Testing New Feature for Messaging Businesses From Search Results
A select number of site owners are being invited to test a new feature that allows searchers to message businesses from search results.
Quickly Connect With Local Businesses Via Bing’s New Chat Options
Bing has introduced a feature to local business search results that allows searchers to chat directly with the business.
Bing to Begin Displaying Holiday Hours for Local Businesses
Bing will be displaying holiday hours in real time for all holidays going forward.
Google Introduces the “Google Guarantee” for Home Service Ads
Google has introduced a verification process that comes with the distinction of being “Google guaranteed”.
Google Maps to Show Live Views of Locations During Peak Hours
Google Maps is adding a real-time look at locations during their busiest times of the day.
Google to Retire Map Maker, Migrate Features to Google Maps
Google has announced plans to retire its standalone Map Maker product in March 2017.
3 Ways to Take Advantage of Google Maps Ads
There are three updates that are going to make an impact on user/business experience with Google Maps.Here are three ways to leverage these updates.
Bulk Edit Attributes for Google My Business Listings
A new feature added to Google My Business allows Google users to edit attributes for businesses.
How to Use Local Data Aggregators to Cost-Effectively Manage Your Business Listings
Learn how to manage the tedious process of updating your online business directory listings. Save time and money by using local data aggregators.
Google Wants to Know Where You Are At All Times, According to New Patent
A patent granted to Google suggests the company has future plans to track where you are at all times of the day.
Local Search Is More Than What Meets The Eye – Here’s Why
Today, location marketing complicated – more moving parts, more places to stay accurate and customers discovering local businesses across many devices. Find out how to...
Google Fights Fraud by Cracking Down on Plumbers and Locksmiths
Google is fighting back against fraud with an advanced verification process for plumbers and locksmiths.
How to Optimize for Google’s “Reviews Around the Web”
Reviews are gaining even more space in organic search. Before you freak out, figuring out an online reviews strategy is manageable, and I’ll show you...
Google Trips: What are the Opportunities for Businesses?
Following the release of the Google Trips Android and iPhone app, what opportunities does it bring to local businesses and their marketing teams alike.
Google Displaying Vacation Prices on Front Page of Search Results
Google is now displaying vacation prices on the first page of its search results.
Trip Planning Comes to Google Maps on Desktop
Google has now launched trip planning for desktop devices. Until now, Maps on desktop provided users with a limited set of information
15 Local Businesses Taking Advantage of Pokemon Go
Need some inspiration on how your business can take advantage of Pokemon Go? Check out these 15 local businesses who are using Pokemon Go to...