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TestHow to Remove a Google My Business ListingThere are several instances in which you will want to remove your Google My Business listing:
In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the necessary steps to remove and close your Google My Business listing. Mark Your Business as Permanently ClosedIf your business has recently moved or closed, you’ll want to update the Google My Business listing status. Once the listing has been marked as permanently closed, the listing will still appear online, but the listing will indicate it’s now closed. You can mark your business as permanently closed in two places.
Remove Google My Business ListingInstead of marking your business as permanently closed, you can also choose to remove the listing. It is important to note that “removing” the location does not delete the listing. Removing a listing means the listing disappears from your dashboard and you no longer have any ownership rights. To remove the Google My Business listing, follow the same steps above by navigating to either the Manage Locations or Info tabs. Remove Duplicate Google My Business ListingsYou should have only one listing per business location. However, it’s not uncommon for duplicate listings to appear. This often happens as management of a Google My Business listing is passed between employees. If you find multiple listings, report them to Google so they can be merged or removed appropriately. Once a duplicate location has been removed, it can’t be recovered. Remove a duplicate location in your account:
Remove multiple duplicate locations:
The above instructions assume you have ownership access to all duplicate listings. More information about removing a duplicate location is available from Google Support. Contact Google My BusinessStill have questions on how to remove Google My Business listings? We recommend reaching out directly to Google My Business customer support. They can resolve more complex cases, and their service is free! Check out our brief article covering the steps to contact Google My Business. Additionally, be sure to review our comprehensive Google My Business Guide for Doctors. Mark Kopelman At rater8, I oversee the implementation and rollout of the digital marketing and consulting services. I take pride in helping medical practices understand the value of digital marketing and effective online branding. Mark Kopelman At rater8, I oversee the implementation and rollout of the digital marketing and consulting services. I take pride in helping medical practices understand the value of digital marketing and effective online branding.
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Why does my business show permanently closed on Google Maps?Businesses that don't claim their updated listings in Google My Business will end up with their listing marked as “Permanently Closed,” as Google's rules say that they will “close” a listing when a business moves.
How do I fix permanently closed maps?Mark a business as reopened. Open Google Maps .. Search for a place marked as temporarily or permanently closed, or select it on the map.. Select Suggest an edit Reopen. Submit.. |