Local SEO & Google reviews, made simple
Practical guides to collect more reviews, rank higher on Google Maps, and grow your local business.
How to Leave a Google Review (Step-by-Step, 2026)
Leaving a Google review takes less than a minute once you know where to tap. Here's the exact step-by-step for phone and desktop — plus how to write a helpful one and what to do if it won't post.
10 Free Local SEO Tools Every Small Business Should Use
You don't need a big budget to improve your local rankings. Here are the best free local SEO tools for small business — ours and Google's — and exactly what each one is for.
How to Get Your Google Review Link (and Share It)
Your Google review link is the shortest path between a happy customer and a five-star review. Here's how to get it, make it short and memorable, and share it everywhere.
Online Reputation Management for Small Business: A Practical Guide
Your online reputation decides whether a local customer calls you or your competitor. Here's what online reputation management actually involves — and how to do it well.
How to Verify Your Google Business Profile (Step-by-Step Guide)
You can't rank in the local pack or fully manage your listing until it's verified. Here's how to verify your Google Business Profile — and what to do when it goes wrong.
How to Delete a Google Business Profile (and When You Shouldn't)
Deleting a Google Business Profile isn't always what it sounds like — you can remove it from your account, but the listing itself often stays on Maps. Here's how each option works.
How to Ask for Reviews: Email & Text Templates That Work
Copy-paste review request templates for email and text — plus the timing, subject lines, and follow-up that get more replies without nagging.
How to Write a Good Google Review (With Examples)
A star rating tells people very little. A good Google review tells the next customer exactly what to expect. Here's what to write, a simple structure to follow, and example reviews you can adapt for any business.
Can You Edit a Google Review? How to Change or Delete Yours
Left a review you'd like to change? You can edit, update or delete any review you've written, at any time. Here's exactly how — on mobile and desktop.
How to Remove a Google Review (Fake, Bad, or Against the Rules)
You can't delete a review just because it's negative — but you can report ones that break Google's rules. Here's how, and what to do about the rest.
The Complete Google Business Profile Optimisation Checklist (2026)
Your Google Business Profile is the most powerful free listing in local search. This checklist walks through every field and feature that moves the needle.
Google Review Not Showing Up? Here's Why (and How to Fix It)
A genuine review left for your business has vanished. Here are the most common reasons a Google review is not showing up, and the honest fixes for each one.
How to Respond to Negative Google Reviews (Without Making It Worse)
A bad review isn't a disaster — it's a chance to show every future customer how you handle problems. Here's how to respond well.
The Best Time to Ask for a Review: Catching the Moment of Peak Happiness
Timing is everything when you ask for a Google review. Learn why the moment of peak happiness beats a delayed email, and how to catch it for every business type.
How to Rank Higher on Google Maps: A Practical Local Pack Guide
Ranking in the Google Maps local pack comes down to relevance, distance, and prominence. Here's what you can actually influence — and how to do it.
The Google Review QR Code: A Complete Guide for Local Businesses
A Google review QR code sends customers straight to your review page with a quick scan. Here's how to create one, where to put it, and how to get it scanned.
Google Review Policy Explained: What's Allowed and What Isn't
Google encourages you to ask customers for honest reviews, but a few common tactics will get reviews removed or your profile penalised. Here's the line.
What Are Local Citations and Why They Matter for Local SEO
A citation is any mention of your business name, address and phone number online. Get them consistent and Google trusts you more — here is how they work.
How to Get More Google Reviews for Your Local Business (2026 Guide)
More Google reviews mean more trust, more calls, and higher Maps rankings. Here's exactly how to collect them — without nagging your customers.
How to Get Reviews for a New Business: Your First Google Reviews
Opening with zero Google reviews feels daunting. Here's an honest, practical playbook for getting your first genuine reviews — without ever faking it.
How Many Google Reviews Do You Actually Need? (A Simple Answer)
Wondering how many Google reviews your business needs? There's no single number — what counts is staying competitive in your own local area. Here's how to set a target.
Why Google Reviews Matter for Local SEO (and How to Rank Higher on Maps)
Reviews aren't just social proof — they're a ranking factor. Here's how they move you up the Google Maps local pack, and how to use them deliberately.
NFC vs QR Code Review Cards: Which Gets You More Reviews?
Tap or scan? Both get customers to your review page — but they behave differently. Here's how NFC and QR compare for collecting Google reviews.
10 Ways to Ask Customers for Reviews Without Being Awkward
The ask is where most review strategies fall apart. These ten low-pressure approaches make it feel natural for you and easy for your customers.