Google Shared Their Ranking Secrets With Us!

Sep 26, 2024

Google Shared Their Ranking Secrets With Us!

Ever wondered how Google decides which businesses show up first when someone nearby searches for what you offer? Well, Google recently spilled the beans on what influences your local search rankings, and we're here to break it down for you. Let’s dive into the three main ingredients that make up Google’s secret sauce:

The Big Three Ranking Factors

  1. Relevance: Google wants to ensure that your business profile accurately reflects what you offer. The closer your profile matches the searcher's query, the more likely you are to pop up in those crucial search results. Add as much information about your business as possible to make your profile more relevant to a variety of searches.
  2. Distance: Google loves local, so it naturally prioritizes businesses that are close to the searcher. But don’t sweat it if you’re not right next door—optimizing your profile to highlight your convenient location can still put you on the map (literally).
  3. Prominence: Google loves a business with a good reputation. Get those reviews rolling in and make sure people are talking about you across the web. The more prominent you are online, the more Google will take notice and push you up the rankings.

Now that you know the ranking factors, it’s time to optimize your profile for them. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t worry! Our automated Google Business Profile management tool, Paige, can help you optimize your profile for just $1. It’s like having your own personal SEO expert working around the clock!

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Justin Silverman

Justin Silverman founded Merchynt in 2019 and led the company's vision to become the world leader in Google Business Profile optimization and local SEO services.