Google: SEO
The real-world impact of keyword stuffing in Google My Business
Many businesses are rebranding completely to skirt Google's guidelines. But when everyone does it, it becomes a branding...
Local
Google: SEO
Google local car dealership inventory search results
Google seems to be getting into the local car inventory space with a new search...
Content
One-star ratings on Google are deemed not defamatory and why that’s a problem
It's crucial to have a solid review management strategy in place and for local SEOs to manage SMB expectations around review...
Local
Yelp introduces a searchable Asian-owned business profile attribute
In February, Yelp searches for Asian-owned businesses were up 130%...
Content
Pickup and delivery attributes, indoor Live View and more AI-powered features are coming to Google Maps and GMB
Google is packing more features, many commerce-related, into Maps, helping the company maintain its position as the intermediary between our...
Local
Google My Business releases tool to manage your reviews
Previously, there was no real way to see the status of reviews you submitted for a takedown in an organized...
Local
Google tests displaying cost estimates in local search results
Google has confirmed the company is showing cost estimates from Homewyse for some local...
Google: SEO
Google Hotel search showing free listings in results
Google opens the door to more hotels by offering free hotel listings, separate from paid...
Local
Google My Business report shows how people found your business
You can now see device and platform breakdown in your Google My Business performance...
Local
Yelp’s Waitlist, analytics and POS updates aim to address shifting consumer preferences
Waitlist now supports takeout orders, and enhanced analytics may help managers evaluate how their restaurants are...
Local
6 tips to win local with paid search
Recent change in consumer behavior has put local search on the map....
Local
Search behavior has forever changed. How can you stay ahead of the pack?
Learn some strategies to help you harness the power of local search and succeed in...
Local
Google My Business adds messaging to desktop interface
Businesses can now message with customers through their web browser, not just the mobile...
Local
Google officially displays years in business in local pack
After several months of testing, Google has officially launched this new label that shows how many years your business has been in...
Google Ads
How are local service ads impacting Google Ads accounts?
Make sure you are paying attention to the local service ads option with Google Ads, even if it is not yet available for your...
Local
Google My Business updates flag review feature
The new form and options are much more detailed now, compared to the old...
Local
Yelp launches “health and safety measures” community feedback feature
Yelp launches new rating feature for community to leave feedback on local business social distancing and mask...
Local
Google My Business launches new performance reporting
You can access these new reports within Google My Business under the insights...
Bing
SEO year in review 2020: COVID forces platforms to adapt their local and e-commerce offerings, and more
Even a pandemic couldn’t slow down developments in the search industry. Here’s our recap of the year’s most important stories and...
Google Maps local listing now showing web search results
As you scroll through the local listings in Google Maps, Google may show you web results at the...