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• How do I manage 'duplicates' in Google Business Profile?

  Find below the different scenarios for duplicate locations and the actions you can take to fix them: Both locations are verified and published in Google Maps This means that Google failed in recognizing that these locations are duplicates and only one should be present on Google Maps. This could be due to various reasons. It is probably related to t

  April 9th, 2019 21928 views 0 likes
• How can I verify my Google Business Profile (GBP) locations or my account?

  Google offers a range of verification options (see all options here), but in your Google Account you will only see the verification options that are available for your business.  The options available for your business are defined by Google. There are two types of verification processes: locations can either be verified individually or via bulk veri

  April 9th, 2019 8693 views 1 likes
• FAQ about Google

  Find out the answer to some of the frequently asked questions about Google, separated by topics. Connection and Verification Google Connection and Verification FAQs When does your Google Connect to platform link expire? The link to grant our plat... When does the "Connect Google Business Profile" link expire? If you do not have access to the locatio

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• Creating a Google Business Profile through the platform

  When you connect your Google account and sync your locations in Uberall, the platform automatically checks if each location already has an existing Google Business Profile (GBP). For locations without a GBP, Uberall submits a request to Google to create a new business profile. Google’s Response to the Listing Request After the request is submitted,

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• How can I create a location group in Google Business Profile and add users to it?

  Location groups (previously known as business accounts) can be used to group several locations together and allow you to share management of locations with third parties. Sign in to your Google Business Profile. If you have more than one location, proceed to the next step. Click on Manage locations from the menu. Click Create location group button i

  April 9th, 2019 6938 views 0 likes
• How can I upload multiple locations in Google Business Profile?

  If you have multiple locations, you don't need to add them individually to Google Business Profile. You can upload them at once by using their bulk upload template: Follow these instructions and create a spreadsheet. The following data is required for each location: Store code: a unique identifier by your choosing. This ID ensures changes to your lo

  September 13th, 2019 3383 views 0 likes
• How to connect Google Business Profile (GBP) if the connect button is showing "Your location is already present and verified on Google."?

  If you find this message on the Google Business Profile (GBP) widget, his means the location exists on Google already but has not been successfully connected. You have three options to connect the existing location: Option 1 The owner connects The owner of the published listing, connects it by going through the connect flow and clicking on "Connect"

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• What are the benefits of connecting my Google account to the platform?

  Our platform enables you to centrally manage your locations on all directories including Google Business Profile (GBP). Once you have Google Business Profile connected to it, you will be able to update your locations, see their analytics in the dashboard and - depending on your product plan - answer to feedback and create posts. If you have a verifi

  April 9th, 2019 2770 views 0 likes
• What is special about hotel/lodging locations on Google?

  What are amenities shown on Google?  When the category Hotel is selected, amenities can be shown on the Knowledge Panel in Google Search. These amenities give information about the features this hotel has to offer, such as free parking or a swimming pool. Google collects amenity information from a variety of sources, such as the attributes listed as

  April 9th, 2019 4527 views 0 likes
• How can local pack results be impacted?

  The Local Pack is a section of Google’s search results that shows the local business related to your query. Every time a user searches for local content,  Google will show three local businesses that might answer the query. The following factors can be considered foundational to impact local pack results: Verified and complete Google Business Profil

  April 9th, 2019 2411 views 2 likes
• Google's best practices on how to improve local ranking

  Local results appear for people who search for businesses and places near their location. They're shown in a number of places across Maps and Search.  For example, you'll probably see local results if you search for "Italian restaurant" from a mobile device. Google will try to show you that kind of restaurant in the nearby area that you may want to

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• How can I reach Google support?

  If you need to reach out to the Google Business Profile support click here. Alternatively, you can also check out the Google Business Profile Help Center or Google's Community Forum.   Creating a thread on Google Forums In order for the Google Support teams & Google Product Experts to best assist, please provide as many details as possible about

  April 9th, 2019 3468 views 4 likes
• Which data is transferred to Google?

  Wondering which fields are being mapped to your Google listing and which are visible on the location?  You can see below an overview of what kind of data is actively transferred to Google Search and Google Maps.  However, data that is not pushed to Google does not mean it is unnecessary or not important. On the contrary, it is very important for all

  November 21st, 2019 4142 views 2 likes
• Use Google's Places ID

  Google Place IDs The Google Place ID is a unique textual identifier to identify a place in the Google Places database and on Google Maps. See here for more information. Once you've identified the place ID for a place, you may use that value you look up that place or use that for other actions. This Places ID can be used to: Specific link for a locat

  September 19th, 2019 16222 views 1 likes
• How to request access to a Google Business Profile (GBP) location via our platform?

  You can request access to claimed by others Google Business Profile listing via our App with the steps below: 1. Click on one location and select the 'Directories' tab on the top as shown below 2. In Google widget, click on 'Access' 3. A connect flow will pop up and you will be prompted with the Google Request Access Form. 5. Fill the form according

  November 5th, 2019 7776 views 0 likes
• Photos on Google Business Profile (GBP)

  This article explains what happens to your photos once connected to the platform Connecting to the platform will not delete the existing photos on the Google location. We can only delete photos on Google Business Profile that were uploaded via the platform. All photos that are uploaded via the Google Business Profile UI directly cannot be deleted vi

  March 10th, 2020 4171 views 0 likes
• How do I merge two Google Business Profile (GBP) locations?

  Below you will find the process of how to merge two published Google Business Profile Locations.  Step-by-step guide to merge two Google Business Profile locations  In order to be eligible for merging locations you have to fulfil some requirements: Have ownership rights of both Google Business locations.  Both have to be verified and published . You

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• How can I open and close locations directly in Google Business Profile (GBP)?

  In most cases, you can easily open or close locations directly via the Uberall platform. However, in exceptional cases—such as when Google automatically closes locations (e.g., during the COVID-19 crisis)—it may be necessary to adjust a location’s status directly in Google Business Profile (GBP). Closing or Opening a Location in Google Business Prof

  April 9th, 2020 2660 views 0 likes
• How to close locations temporarily directly in Google Business Profile (GBP)

  The Temporarily Closed status in Google Business Profile lets you indicate that your business is not currently operating but will reopen in the future. Using this status helps keep customers informed while preserving your business’s visibility in Google Search and Maps. Important Guidelines Use the “Temporarily closed” option if your business is: Cl

  April 9th, 2020 3284 views 0 likes
• Google Business Profile - Located-in relationship

  This article shows how to request an edit of the located in relationship for a location, which is located in another location - e.g. a shop in a mall.  Request Located-in relationship Open Google Maps (or Google Search) and search for the location which should be nested in another location: Click "Suggest an edit" and click "Change name or other det

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• Manage Google Updates

  There are two types of updates coming from Google. Below you will find more information on their implications and how they are reflected in the platform. 1. 'User Updates' These are suggestions that users are able to select 'yes' or 'no' to validate them directly on the listings.  These suggestions are not seen on the location in the owner's Google

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• Google Posting FAQs

  Are all locations allowed to create posts? Yes, small businesses and large chains are allowed to create posts. Google used to limit the brands and businesses with 10 or more locations to post through the API. As of July 2021, Google has rolled-out an update on this limitation. You can find official communication from Google here . Which categories a

  April 20th, 2021 3622 views 0 likes
• Google Dashboard and Insights FAQs

  How long does it take after connecting Google to show graphs on the Dashboard? After connecting your Google Business Profile (GBP) account, it can take up to 24 hours for all metric data to appear on the Dashboard. This delay occurs because data is pulled at regular intervals, not instantly. If you adjust the Dashboard filter to Overall, the system

  April 20th, 2021 2148 views 0 likes
• Google Categories and Attributes FAQs

  Is there a maximum number of categories in Google? Yes, you can select up to 10 categories per location in Google My Business. Please keep in mind that only the first category (called "primary") will be displayed in your Google Search and Google Maps location. The primary category pre-defines which attributes can be selected for the location, while

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• Google Business Profile (GBP) Location Data FAQs

  What are Google's guidelines for business name and address format? Google has strict rules in regards to the name of your business as well as how to enter the address.  You are advised to use your business' real-world name and insert the exact address of your business. A PO box will not be accepted.   You can provide more details of your business vi

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• Google Connection and Verification FAQs

  When does the "Connect Google Business Profile" link expire? If you do not have access to the location's Google Business Profile and you send a link to someone who does, the link to grant our platform access to the Google account is valid for 14 days. Does the structure of my Google account change when I connect to your platform? No, the structure (

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• When I try to connect a verified Google location to the platform it does not find it and prompts me to "Create and Connect"

  The algorithm used to find the listing takes into consideration the location information in the platform to do the match. If you don't have an option to choose the existing location during the Google connect flow when connecting a location in our platform, please check the following: That you have at least manager access to the Google My Business (G

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• What is the difference between a claimed and a verified Google Business Profile (GBP) listing?

  The listing on the left has information such as a phone number and opening hours. This data is sourced automatically by Google and may not be accurate. It can only be updated by claiming and verifying the location or through user suggestions. Claiming the location means that the location will be added to your GBP account. However, to be able to upda

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• Google Business Profile (GBP) Connect Troubleshooting Guide

  The first step is to understand you current connection status. The illustration below details how to read the current connection status. Please read carefully before proceeding to our troubleshooting flow. Make sure you are meeting the following criteria required to connect your Google location successfully: 1. Confirm that you have at least Manager

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• Checklist for connecting to Google Business Profile

  In order to make sure that the end result of the connection is what you wanted, you need to consider two things: 1. Number of Locations Before connecting to Google, we recommend checking that amount of locations is the same in our platform than in your Google Business Profile account. If the location data does not match, check where the difference i

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• How can I connect a Google Business Profile location group (business account) with the platform?

  If you have already considered the aspects mentioned in this checklist for connecting to Google Business Profile‍, we advise you to follow the steps below: Log into the platform, select Locations and chose one location of the account that you would like to connect; Click on Directories at the top of the page; Look for Google and click on Connect. Th

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• Google Update Logic

  After you connect your Google profile, the system will conduct the steps detailed below when updating your Google listing. There is an initial (first) update and the ongoing updates that will be performed throughout the location's lifecycle. Step 1  Field comparison between the information in the platform and the Google listing The system will condu

  January 6th, 2021 5469 views 1 likes
• How should a clean Google Business Profile (GBP) Account look like?

  This article outlines the recommended steps to undertake, in order to achieve a clean Google Business Profile account. Afterwards the account can be used to import locations into our platform. Only a clean Google Business Profile account should be connected to our system. This way users can eliminate flaws and issues during the connection and down t

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• Google Business Profile Locations

  What is a Google location? A Google location is the online presence of a business or organization across Google, including Search and Maps. These locations are created by Google itself, users or business owner to help customers find the business that they searching for. Can the location information be managed?  Yes! In order to manage the informatio

  September 25th, 2019 3232 views 0 likes
• Ensure your location's attributes get successfully published on your Google Business Profile

  You can manage your business attributes directly from the platform. Any updates you make will be sent to Google and reflected in your Business Profile. Note: If attributes are selected directly in your Google Business Profile but not in the platform, they will not be removed. Instead, they will appear as Profile Suggestions. Sometimes, Google may bl

  November 24th, 2021 2582 views 0 likes
• Can we remove reviews from customers in Google?

  You can report inappropriate reviews that are violating Google's content policies.  To learn more about which reviews you can report and process, click here. 

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• Google Updates

    In some cases, Google decides to publish different data on the Google Maps listing itself if they have reason to assume that they have more up-to-date data. This means that the data that is visible on Google Maps and/or Google Search deviates from the data in your Google Business Profile (which is the data that we have submitted from our platform)

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• Google Duplicates

  How Uberall’s data cleansing and syncing process resolves duplicate listings For a business that manages dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of locations, there’s a possibility of duplicate locations publishing across the web. Duplicate instances of your business can contain incorrect, outdated, or even irrelevant information. When duplicates are un

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• Google Guidelines for representing a Business

  A Google Business Profile can be created for any business that either has a physical location that customers can visit, or travels to customers where they are.  It is important to follow Google guidelines and policies to ensure the Business Profile is not suspended by: Avoiding prohibited content Reflecting your business accurately Complying with th

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• Why is the answer not published on the Q&A post?

  Attention: There is a known issue with Google Answers, where only some answers are able to be published in bulk. You may experience your questions being published with no related answers. We are working with Google to resolve the issue on their side. Google Q&A must follow Google's Question & Answer policies  to ensure a successful publicati

  May 8th, 2023 9643 views 1 likes
• Invite Uberall to Your Google Locations

  While it is not mandatory that Uberall obtains shared access to your Google Business Profile (GBP) locations, having visibility over your locations in your GBP account will majorly improve our abilities to troubleshoot or advise on matters related to your Google Business Profile directly.  Since October 2020, we use a Google Organization Account (al

  June 27th, 2023 4795 views 0 likes
• Reporting Fake or Non-Compliant Google Reviews

  Reviews on a Google Business Profile are very beneficial as it builds credibility for a business, improves SEO, and can often help convert deciding consumers. Most interactions will involve simply replying to the review. In other cases, reviews may be fake, spam, or violate Google's content policies. This article provides a comprehensive guide on ho

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• How to Report a Google Map Error

  There may be instances where locations encounter errors on Google Maps that can't be addressed by simply updating the location profiles. If not addressed, these errors can have an impact on how customers locate or discover your business. Examples of Google Map Errors: Street has a name but Google Maps shows no name Street name on Google Maps is wron

  May 31st, 2024 12610 views 3 likes
• Understanding and Managing Google Rejection Emails

  Introduction If you're receiving rejection emails from Google about your business location data, you're not alone. This article explains why this happens, what it means for your business, and how to manage it effectively.   Why Is This Happening? The Process When a location is updated, the data goes through a cleansing process to ensure accuracy.Onc

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• Action Required! Google Business Profile Unpublished

    About this article Businesses may run into issues with their Google Business Profiles where a listings is or can become unpublished. With Uberall's Google Pro Services, our team is actively on the lookout for anytime a listing is unpublished.  Should this happen, we flag these issues with you and Google to have them resolved. This article will hel

  July 20th, 2024 3330 views 0 likes
• Google Appointment Redirect

  Google Appointment Redirect: How It Works and Why It Matters Overview Google Appointment Redirect makes it easier for your customers to book appointments directly from your Google Business Profile on Search and Maps. When people find your business online, they’ll see a “Book Online” button that takes them straight to your booking page — no extra ste

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• Wie kann ich Standorte in Google My Business (GMB) öffnen und schließen?

  In den meisten Fällen können Standort direkt über unsere Plattform geschlossen werden. In Ausnahmefällen z.B. wenn Google während der Corona-Ausnahmesituation automatisch Standorte schließt, wird es notwendig, den Status einiger Standorte direkt in Google My Business (GMB) anzupassen.  Standorte in Google schließen und öffnen Um einen Standort direk

  April 8th, 2020 1319 views 0 likes
• Standorte temporär in Google my Business (GMB) schließen

  Im Zuge der Corona-Krise hat Google einen neuen Status für Standorte eingeführt, der aktuell nur direkt in Google My Business (GMB) vergeben werden kann. Um dies für einen odere mehrere Ihrer Standorte umzusetzen, melden Sie sich bitte auf https://business.google.com an. Wählen Sie den Standort aus, den Sie aktualisieren möchten. Wählen Sie anschlie

  April 8th, 2020 1971 views 1 likes