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Fresh takes on Google Business Profile changes, local SEO ranking shifts, and what's actually working for local businesses in 2026.
Google is now using Gemini to catch keyword-stuffed GBP names — here's how to not get caught
“Bob’s Plumbing Best Plumber San Diego” used to be the kind of GBP name that might slip through for months. It was messy, explicitly against...
Read postThe 3 GBP attributes that became deciding factors overnight, thanks to Ask Maps
"Where is a cosy vegan-friendly spot for a group of 4 with a table available at 7 PM?"
Read postGoogle Just Changed How Your GBP Photo Gallery Sorts. Most Businesses Haven't Noticed
Google’s GBP photo gallery now sorts by upload date –newest first. That sounds like a tiny interface change, but it changes the practical va...
Read postYour Google Business Profile Now Has to Talk to an AI. Here's What It's Looking At
"Where is a cosy vegan-friendly spot for a group of 4 with a table available at 7 PM?"
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