Local SEO blog: Google Business Profile and Maps
Ranking higher on Google Maps, keeping your Google listing up to date, avoiding the mistakes that drag you down: the blog articles on local SEO.
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What Is a Google Business Profile and How to Create One Free
Learn what a Google Business Profile is, why it matters, and follow a simple free setup guide. Boost local visibility in minutes.
Read the articleCan You Turn Off Google Reviews on Your Business Profile?
Find out if you can disable Google reviews, why it matters, and how to manage them effectively for your shop or restaurant.
Read the articleOptimize your restaurant’s Google profile: checklist
The full checklist to optimise your restaurant’s Google Business Profile: categories, hours, menu, photos, bookings and reviews.
Read the articleBest Online Presence Management Software for SMEs
Discover the top all‑in‑one tool that boosts Google reviews, social posts, website and bookings for small businesses in 2026.
Read the articleBest online presence software for tradespeople in France
Plumber, electrician or carpenter? Our 2026 comparison of Voxtya, Habitatpresto and StarOfService: showcase website, online quotes and Google reviews.
Read the articleBest local SEO software for small businesses in France
Manage your Google Business Profile in 2026: Voxtya, Partoo, Uberall, BrightLocal. Pricing, features, SMB verdict compared.
Read the articleSoftware for Local Businesses: 8 Platforms Compared
8 software platforms for local businesses compared on price and features: reviews, website, bookings, social media. Find the one that fits your shop.
Read the articleHow Long Does It Take to Rank on Google?
Find out how fast local businesses can climb Google rankings and what steps to take. Get practical advice, avoid common pitfalls.
Read the articleTop 5 Google Business Profile Management Tools
The best tools to manage your Google Business Profile and reviews, compared on price and features, and how to choose the right one for your business.
Read the articleTop 7 Google Business Profile Ranking Factors in 2026
The 7 key Google Business Profile ranking factors in 2026 and simple actions to climb in Google Maps: reviews, categories, photos, posts and website.
Read the articleLocal SEO Mistakes That Hurt Your Google Listing
The most common local SEO mistakes that hurt your Google listing in 2026, and how to fix each one: categories, hours, photos, reviews and your website.
Read the article30-Day Google Ranking Plan: 9 Simple Steps
A 30-day action plan to climb in Google and Google Maps: 9 simple steps for local businesses covering your profile, reviews, local SEO and tracking.
Read the articleGoogle Posts: 5 Formats That Boost Your Listing
Discover the power of Google Posts SEO and learn how to create effective posts that improve your local business's online presence and ranking.
Read the articleGoogle Maps ranking factors: the 7 that matter (2026)
Discover the 7 key criteria Google uses to rank businesses in Google Maps and how to optimize each one to appear at the top of local results.
Read the articleLocal SEO: the complete guide for neighbourhood businesses
Local SEO is the most cost-effective way to bring customers through your door. Here's everything you need to know to dominate local search.
Read the article10 Google Business Profile mistakes that kill your ranking (and how to fix them fast)
Your Google Business Profile may be poorly optimized without you realising it. Here are the 10 most common mistakes and how to fix them.
Read the articleHow to go from 3.5 to 4.5 stars on Google in 90 days (proven method)
Is your Google rating below 4 stars? Here's a concrete 90-day action plan to lift your rating — no cheating involved.
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