What’s going on with Google, fake reviews, and “review removal” services right now? BrightLocal contributor and Google Business Profile Gold Product Expert, Sam Knight, takes on the thorny issue and ...
Since we launched Citation Builder back in 2009, it’s gone from strength to strength. When BrightLocal first started building citations, things were a little different. We only built them on ...
Dive into the dynamic world of Franchise & Multi-Location Search Engine Optimization (MLSEO) with our expert-led course, ‘ Mastering Franchise and Multi-location SEO: From Strategy to Execution.’ Join the renowned ...
Late last year, the local SEO industry was rocked by the realization that opening hours affected local rankings. A slew of studies were conducted, X was ablaze, and we saw ...
Are you familiar with the tasks that require attention for your clients’ Google Business Profiles (GBP), yet uncertain where to begin? Ever wished for access to the precise guidance, templates, ...
Google’s annual developer conference has consistently rocked the digital world since its 2008 debut in Mountain View, California. Known as Google I/O, the keynote is Google’s opportunity to announce the ...
Delivering such a great customer experience that you’re drowning in reviews? Talk about a double-edged sword! You might be thinking: “Why respond? They’re happy customers!” Think again… Recent research from ...
In 2021, I accidentally started talking about neurodiversity in SEO. I had no plan; I just happened to be on my own diagnosis journey for autism and ADHD and realised ...
Love it or loathe it, Google Analytics 4 (GA4) has become the new reality in the analytics world. Embracing this change, BrightLocal is thrilled to present a gift to all ...
Google is showing a new feature in its SERPs, showcasing ‘Nearby events and deals’. Spotted first by Saad Alikhan and then Khushal Bherwani on Twitter, the feature presents ‘offers’ and ...
What could 2024 have in store for local search? We asked the experts for their predictions on AI, GBP features, SERP changes, and more!
It’s been quite a year. It feels like every time I’ve opened my laptop or looked at Twitter (wait, sorry, X… that happened this year too), Google has put out ...
These past few months have seen a variety of Google tweaks, tests, and updates, leaving some users uncertain of when a change is a permanent one. Alongside these changes, we’ve ...
Google's great purge of inactive Gmail accounts begins this month, but what does that mean for Google Business Profiles and business reviews?