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NewsGoogle Supports Local Business Queries In Aggregator & Supplier Search Units
Google is expanding how local businesses can appear across Search. The company has added support for local business queries to…
NewsGoogle Local Knowledge Panel Turns Into an AI Overview
Google appears to be bringing AI Overviews directly into local knowledge panels, adding another layer of AI to the Google…
NewsGoogle Business Profile API Application Delays
Google has announced delays in processing applications for access to the Google Business Profile API. The update was shared by…
NewsGoogle Maps Phone Number in Photo Scam Targets Business Profiles
A troubling Google Maps scam is using fake photos to redirect customers away from real businesses. Scammers are reportedly uploading…
NewsSeptember Data Missing From Google Business Profiles Insights
Google Business Profile owners may notice something unusual inside their performance reports this month. September 2026 data appears to be…
NewsGoogle Business Profiles Now Ask Owners to Review Suggested Edits
Google is sending a new type of Google Business Profile email to some business owners asking them to review suggested…
NewsNew Google Business Profiles Submit A Business Photo For Verification
Google Business Profiles appears to be testing a new way for businesses to verify their profiles. The new option allows…
NewsGoogle Expands Waze Ads Beyond the United States
Google has expanded Waze Ads beyond the United States, making the advertising option available across 42 countries. The change was…
NewsGoogle Tell Maps Starts Rolling Out
Google has started rolling out Tell Maps, a new AI-powered feature that makes it easier for users to share updates…
NewsGoogle Working on Fixing Local Services Ads Bug
Google has confirmed that it is working on a bug affecting Local Services Ads. The issue appears to be causing…
NewsGoogle Ads Book Buttons Expand to Search & Performance Max Campaigns
Google is expanding its booking feature across more advertising campaigns. The Book button powered by Reserve with Google can now…
NewsGoogle Massively Expands Booking Partners for Local Services Ads
Google has significantly expanded the number of booking partners available for Local Services Ads, giving businesses more ways to let…Put these tips to work on your own profile.
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