For local business, GBP can beat a beautiful website. But it works best when the website, phone, categories and reviews say the same thing.
Result of the guide
- Verified GBP profile
- Correct primary category
- Services linked to website
- Review request process
● Instructions
Google Business Profile for local services
Verify profile
Use exact business name, address or service area, phone and website URL.
Choose categories
Primary category must match the money service, not a vague brand label.
Add services and photos
Each service should match a page or section on the website.
Build review habit
Ask every real customer for a review and reply with service/location language.
Check before publishing
- Wrong category
- No website link
- Stock photos
- Never asking for reviews
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I can align GBP, site pages and Search Console for local leads.
- GBP cleanup
- Local service pages
- Review flow
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TAPE-11Full website launch kitchen — code to Google to TikTok
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