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BusinessMay 25th, 2025Adrian Crismaru

How Language Settings Impact Google Maps Rankings: 2025 SEO Guide

TL;DR: Key Insights on Google Maps Language Ranking

Language Detection: Google Maps uses device settings, search query language, location, and user behavior to determine language preferences
Review Bias: English reviews often appear first regardless of user language settings when logged into Google
Multilingual Optimization: Businesses can't control all language factors but can optimize profiles for multiple languages
Impact on Rankings: Language settings can change ranking positions by up to 15 spots for the same search
Translation Systems: Google automatically translates business info but businesses should optimize source content
Future Trends: AI-powered language detection and voice search will increase importance of multilingual SEO

BusinessMay 17th, 2025Adrian Crismaru

Google Maps vs Local Pack: Master Local Search & Dominate Local Rankings (2025)

If you're trying to get your business discovered online in today's competitive local search landscape, understanding the critical differences between Google Maps and the Local Pack (also called Google Local Pack or Local 3-Pack) isn't just helpful—it's essential for local SEO success. While these two powerful local search features pull from the same Google Business Profile data, they function differently, serve distinct user intents, and require targeted optimization strategies to maximize your visibility. Read more →

BusinessMay 12th, 2025Adrian Crismaru

Google Business Profile Suspended? The Ultimate Fix & Prevention Guide

Why Your Google Business Profile Matters

If your Google Business Profile (GBP) disappears, you'll lose phone calls, visitors to your business, and new reviews. Suspensions happen more than you might think — thousands of businesses have to get their profiles back every month.

A 2023 report showed that 7 out of 10 customers check a business's Google profile before choosing it. Losing this visibility, even for just a week, can seriously hurt your sales and damage customer trust.

The good news? Most suspensions can be avoided, and Google's new system (first tested in Europe and now rolling out worldwide) finally gives better answers about what went wrong. Below is your step-by-step guide. Read more →

BusinessApril 29th, 2025Adrian Crismaru

How To Optimize Google Business Profile For Maps Rankings (2025)

How do you use services in Google Business Profile to win new Maps keywords?

Real‑world Google business profile example, which I manage for my wife: Dulce Vegan Tenerife

Why Services Matter for Local Businesses

If customers can’t find the exact service they need in Google Maps, they’ll choose a competitor who shows it, no matter how great your reviews are.
This guide walks you through how to add services to Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) in a way that boosts keyword reach without breaking Google’s rules. Read more →

BusinessFebruary 20th, 2025Octavian Ciorici

How to Add a WhatsApp Link to Your Google Business Profile

With Google Business Profile (GMB) evolving as a critical tool for businesses, the latest update introduces enhanced integration with WhatsApp and text messaging. This feature allows businesses to connect with customers more seamlessly, offering a direct communication channel that improves engagement, boosts satisfaction, and increases conversions.

By adding a WhatsApp link to your Google Business Profile, customers can reach you instantly for inquiries, support, or bookings. In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to set up WhatsApp messaging on GMB to provide faster, more convenient customer interactions and grow your business.

BusinessFebruary 13th, 2025Octavian Ciorici

Google Reviews Missing? What’s Happening & How to Fix It

If you’ve recently noticed that your Google reviews missing, you’re not alone. Many business owners have been caught off guard by this issue, suddenly finding that their once-thriving Google Business Profile is missing valuable customer feedback.

Reviews are a critical part of any business’s online reputation, influencing potential customers and even impacting local search rankings. When they disappear without warning, it can lead to frustration, loss of credibility, and reduced customer trust. Whether you run a small local shop or a large company, Google reviews missing from your profile can make it seem like your business is less active or less trustworthy than it actually is.

BusinessJanuary 23rd, 2025Octavian Ciorici

Google Local Services Ads To Generate More Leads

Every local business wants more customers, more leads, and more revenue. However reaching the right people at the right time can be challenging, especially in a world where customers rely on Google for instant solutions.

Imagine a homeowner with a leaking pipe or someone locked out of their house. They don’t have time to browse multiple websites—they need help right now. This is where Google Local Services Ads (LSAs) step in. Read more →

BusinessJanuary 20th, 2025Octavian Ciorici

How Google Shopping Reviews Can Help You Generate More Sales

In today’s competitive eCommerce world, reviews are more than just testimonials—they're powerful tools that build trust, drive conversions, and ultimately, grow your sales. Among all review platforms, Google Shopping reviews stand out as a game-changer for businesses looking to expand their reach and credibility.

Why? Because Google Shopping is where millions of product searches start every day. By showcasing your products alongside trustworthy reviews, you can attract more customers, boost your click-through rates, and significantly improve your revenue. Read more →

BusinessJanuary 15th, 2025Octavian Ciorici

How To Get More Google Reviews From Your Customers

In today’s digital age, Google reviews are one of the most influential tools for building trust with potential customers. These reviews serve as social proof, helping people decide whether to engage with your business. In fact, 93% of customers read online reviews before making a purchase, and Google is their go-to platform for this purpose.

Having a strong presence of positive Google reviews not only improves your reputation but also boosts your visibility in Google search results. These reviews act as mini-advertisements, showcasing the experiences of happy customers and encouraging others to choose your products or services. Read more →

BusinessJanuary 10th, 2025Octavian Ciorici

Why Review Stars Disappearing in Google Search Results

Review stars in Google search results have long been a powerful way to attract users' attention. These yellow stars not only add a visual appeal but also serve as a quick trust indicator for potential visitors. They help your website stand out from the competition, improve visibility, and significantly boost click-through rates (CTR). When users see these stars, they instinctively associate them with credibility, reliability, and quality—whether it’s about a product, a service, or informational content. However, with review stars disappearing for many websites due to recent changes by Google, businesses must adapt to maintain this important trust-building feature. For businesses, these stars act as a virtual badge of approval, signaling to users that others have engaged with and endorsed your offerings.

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TL;DR: Key Insights on Google Maps Language Ranking

Why Your Google Business Profile Matters

How do you use services in Google Business Profile to win new Maps keywords?

Why Services Matter for Local Businesses

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