Google Maps - Google Places

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What is Google Maps?

Google Maps

Google Maps is a mapping application provided by Google, Inc. which displays locations of businesses, points of interest, neighborhoods, landmarks and cities all over the world. Google Maps powers many other map location services and provides street maps, routes for traveling by foot, automobile, or public transport and a is a business locator for countries throughout the globe.

What are Google Places?

Google Places are geographically defined locations using Google Maps which display the address or area of businesses and points of interest using Google Maps as illustrated above.

Why do I need my business on Google Places?

A significant number of web searches now utilize Google local searches either by choosing the location within the search, i.e., "Dallas Steak Houses", or "Steak Houses", at which time Google may determine the general location of your Internet Protocol Address, and provide the search result based on you location. This is referred to as Google Places. Google Map search results also take priority over other searches. If your Dallas Steak House is not listed with Google Maps, other restaurants will most likely be listed above your website. Google Places also offers options for business owner descriptions for Google Map Search Optimization. When the user expands the definition by clicking "more info", Google provides an expanded display of your business details including Photos, Videos, Street View, Transit options, Related Websites hours of operation, coupons, product offerings and customer comments and reviews about your service referred to as Google Place Reviews. You may also choose to keep your address private.

What are Google Place Reviews?

Google Place Reviews allow users to comment on businesses listed with Google Places and include a rating system of stars based on the user experience. Overall ratings are then displayed next to the Google Place search result. Having a good rating is important.

How do I add my business to Google Places?

Google offers a step by step process for adding businesses to Google Places. You will need a Google account to place your business listing on Google Places. Visit Google Places here

Google Places Mobile Phone Navigation

Customized location codes can be downloaded by Google which can be placed on business cards and other marketing materials, allowing customers to scan them with mobile phones equipped with navigation features so they may be routed to the location of that business. This adds a whole new dimension to the phrase: Smart Phone. In addition, Google will mail you a decal to place on your window or other surface so users may scan them into their Smart Phone and save them under "Favorite Places"

Google Places has taken the place of the Yellow Pages. Most people now use the Internet and specifically Google to search locations of businesses. Have you claimed your Google Place yet? Most businesses still have not, but those that have are reaping the rewards over their competitors. Google Places is a must for businesses and provides both the computer user and mobile phone user quick access to businesses and places of interest including reviews, location, and navigation.

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