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Sujan Kumar N.

Comilla, Bangladesh

$6/hr
4.8
25 jobs

Is your Google My Business Profile (GMB) suspended or disabled? Struggling to get it reinstated? Not sure which Google guidelines caused the issue? I specialize in Google Business Profile (GBP) reinstatement and have successfully recovered 53 suspended profiles to date. Let me help you get your profile back online! โœ… My Areas of Expertise: 1. Google Business Profile (GBP) Reinstatement If your GBP is suspended or disabled, I can: โœ” Diagnose the issue: Identify the cause of suspension and develop a reinstatement plan. โœ” Ensure compliance with Googleโ€™s guidelines: Make sure your profile meets Googleโ€™s guidelines to prevent future issues. โœ” Handle the reinstatement process: Submit appeals, documentation, and requests to reinstate your profile. โœ” Consultation โ€“ Guide you on how to avoid future suspensions. 2. Google Business Profile Optimization A well-optimized GBP can significantly boost your rankings and attract more local customers. My optimization services include: โœ” Accurate Business Information โ€“ Ensuring your name, address, phone number, and business details are correct and consistent. โœ” Keyword Optimization โ€“ Using relevant local keywords to improve search rankings. โœ” Category & Service Selection โ€“ Choosing the right categories and services to maximize visibility. โœ” High-Quality Images & Videos โ€“ Adding professional visuals to make your profile stand out. โœ” Google Posts & Updates โ€“ Keeping your profile active with regular updates and offers. โœ” Review & Reputation Management โ€“ Encouraging positive reviews and responding professionally to feedback. 3. My GBP Verification Services Include: โœ” Step-by-Step Guidance โ€“ Helping you through the entire verification process. โœ” Address & Eligibility Check โ€“ Ensuring your business meets Googleโ€™s verification requirements. โœ” Resolving Verification Issues โ€“ Fixing problems like missing verification options or rejected attempts. โœ” Video Verification Assistance โ€“ Preparing you for Googleโ€™s video verification process if required. โœ” Google Support Appeals โ€“ Contacting Google support if youโ€™re stuck in the verification process. 4. Additional GBP & Local SEO Services โœ” Monthly Profile Management & Weekly Posts โœ” Local Citations & Directory Listings (with NAP consistency) โœ” Keyword Research for service pages, location pages & blogs โœ” Local SEO Optimization for better visibility ๐Ÿ“ฉ Get Your Business Live In Google Maps Today! Letโ€™s get your Google Business Profile reinstated and optimized for success! ๐Ÿš€

  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Off-Page SEO
  • On-Page SEO
  • SEO Audit
  • Local SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Local Citation
  • Google My Business
  • Google My Business Optimization
  • Local Directory
  • Google My Business Listing
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • Google Local Business Optimization
Emmanuel Jonathan O.

Ibadan, Nigeria

$35/hr
4.7
65 jobs

Is your phone silent because your Google Business Profile (GBP) just vanished? Did you fail video verification and get hit with the dreaded "No More Ways to Verify" error? STOP. Do not submit another random appeal. In 2026, Google's automated systems are ruthlessly suspending listings for minor data mismatches and permanently locking profiles that fail the new video verification flow. Spamming the "Appeal" button without fixing the root cause will trigger a permanent ban. I am a forensic GBP Specialist. Whether you run a local landscaping company, an exterior cleaning crew, or an event planning service, I know how critical your map presence is to your daily revenue. I fix the complex, dead-end suspension cases that other freelancers give up on. I bypass the AI bots and prove your business's legitimacy directly to Googleโ€™s support team. I specialize in recovering profiles stuck on: The "No More Ways to Verify" Dead-End: Guiding you through the exact proofs (signage, tools, unlocking doors) Google's manual reviewers require this year. "Deceptive Content" & "Quality Issues": The #1 reason Service-Area Businesses and storefronts are getting banned right now. Review Filtering Recovery: Rescuing legitimate 5-star reviews hidden by Google's aggressive new spam filters. Hard Suspensions: Reinstating listings completely removed from Google Maps. My Process: Audit: I find the hidden algorithmic trigger causing the ban (itโ€™s rarely what the email says). Correct: We align your backend data and citations to match Google's strict 2026 guidelines. Appeal: I submit a custom, evidence-backed reinstatement request formatted specifically for the Google Policy Team. Escalate: I bypass the automated bots and navigate the proper escalation paths to reach human support. Your Google Business Profile is your most valuable digital asset. Don't leave it offline for another day. Click "Invite to Job" and send me a screenshot of your specific error message. Letโ€™s get you back on the Map.

  • Business
  • Google
  • Google My Business
  • Google My Business Listing
  • Google My Business Optimization
  • Local Citation
  • Local Directory
  • Local SEO
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Google Local Business Optimization
  • Google Ad Manager
  • Google Maps
Vicora V.

Lagos, Nigeria

$30/hr
5.0
88 jobs

Suspended Google Business Profile or Merchant Center? I help businesses fix suspensions and get reinstated, even after failed appeals. If you're dealing with: โ€ข Google Business Profile suspension โ€ข Merchant Center misrepresentation โ€ข Rejected or ignored appeals โ€ข Listings not showing on Google You're in the right place. I specialize in suspension and reinstatement, verification and ranking. That means I donโ€™t guess. I identify the exact issue causing the suspension and fix it properly so your account gets approved and stays compliant. โœ” Google Business Profile suspension fix (SAB, address, verification issues) โœ” Merchant Center misrepresentation & product disapproval fixes โœ” Appeal writing and submission (policy-compliant) โœ” Full compliance audit to prevent future suspensions Even if your appeal was already rejected, I can still help. Quick question: What reason did Google give for your suspension? Send me a message, Iโ€™ll review it and tell you exactly what needs to be fixed before you submit another appeal.

  • Google
  • Local SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Technical SEO
  • Google Ads
  • SEO Audit
  • Google My Business
  • Local Citation
  • Citations
  • Reputation Management
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • Google My Business Optimization
  • Google Ad Manager
  • Google Analytics
  • PPC Campaign Setup & Management
Abdalla Ahmed Elsayed E.

Mansoura, Egypt

$5/hr
4.9
247 jobs

I help service businesses grow their organic traffic, rank higher on Google, and generate more calls and leads through strategic SEO, Local SEO, GEO, and AEO optimization. With 14+ years of experience in SEO, Iโ€™ve worked with businesses across the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia in competitive industries including: โ€ข Roofing โ€ข Cleaning Services โ€ข HVAC โ€ข Plumbing โ€ข Moving Companies โ€ข Home Services โ€ข Dental Clinics โ€ข Med Spas โ€ข Real Estate My expertise includes: โœ” Organic SEO Strategy โœ” Local SEO & Google Business Profile Optimization โœ” Google Maps Ranking โœ” GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) โœ” AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) โœ” Technical SEO Audits โœ” On-Page SEO โœ” Local Keyword Research โœ” Content Optimization โœ” Citation Building & NAP Cleanup โœ” Competitor Analysis โœ” SEO Audits & Action Plans โœ” Service Area Business (SAB) SEO I optimize websites not only for traditional Google rankings, but also for modern search experiences including AI-powered search results, featured snippets, voice search, and answer engines. My SEO strategies focus on: โ€ข Increasing organic visibility โ€ข Improving local rankings โ€ข Driving qualified leads โ€ข Enhancing topical authority โ€ข Optimizing content for AI search and answer engines โ€ข Building long-term sustainable traffic growth Whether you need help improving your Google Maps presence, fixing technical SEO issues, optimizing your content structure, or increasing your organic traffic, I can help create a tailored SEO strategy based on your business goals. Why clients work with me: โ€ข 190+ completed jobs on Upwork โ€ข 100% Job Success โ€ข Top Rated Freelancer โ€ข Strong experience with local and national SEO campaigns โ€ข Clear communication and consistent updates โ€ข Results-focused approach Letโ€™s discuss how we can improve your rankings, visibility, and lead generation.

  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Local SEO
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • SEO Setup & Configuration
  • SEO Content
  • Local Citation
  • Local Directory
  • Google Local Business Optimization
  • Google Maps
  • Google My Business Listing
  • Google My Business Optimization
  • Citations
  • Citations & Directories Review
Muhammad A.

Multan, Pakistan

$8/hr
4.8
612 jobs

Top Rated Plus ๐Ÿ† | Local SEO Specialist | Google Business Profile (GMB/GBP) | Citation Building | Link Building | Technical SEO | SEO Audits | On-Page SEO | Keyword Research Hi, Iโ€™m Muhammad Amir, 5+ years experince. helping local & service-based businesses rank higher on Google Search + Google Maps (Local 3-Pack) and turn that visibility into calls, leads, and sales. Are you facing any of these problems? โŒ Your business is not showing in Google Maps โŒ Competitors are ranking above you in the Local Pack โŒ Your website isnโ€™t getting calls/leads from organic traffic โŒ Google Business Profile is suspended / not optimized / not getting results โŒ NAP is inconsistent across directories โŒ Website has technical SEO issues (indexing, speed, crawl errors) If yes โ€” youโ€™re in the right place โœ… ๐–๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐ˆ ๐ƒ๐จ (๐‹๐จ๐œ๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐„๐Ž ๐“๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐‚๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ) I specialize in Local SEO Optimization, Google Business Profile (GMB/GBP) Optimization, Citation Building, White-Hat Link Building, Technical SEO, On-Page SEO, and SEO Audits to grow rankings and real business results. โœ… My goal is simple: ๐Ÿ“ Improve local visibility โ†’ ๐Ÿ“ž Increase calls/leads โ†’ ๐Ÿ’ฐ Grow revenue ๐Ÿง  My Local SEO Strategy (Proven Process) ๐Ÿ”Ž Step 1: Local SEO Audit + Competitor Research I analyze your current rankings, competitors, local pack factors, GMB/GBP health, website SEO, citations, backlinks, and technical issues. ๐Ÿ›  Step 2: Fix the Foundation (Technical SEO + On-Page SEO) I resolve the SEO blockers that stop Google from trusting your website: โšก Site Speed / Core Web Vitals ๐Ÿงญ Indexing & Crawlability (GSC issues, robots.txt, sitemap) ๐Ÿ” Redirects / Canonicals / URL structure ๐Ÿท Meta titles/descriptions + headings (H1/H2/H3) ๐Ÿงฉ Schema Markup (LocalBusiness, Service, FAQ, Review) ๐Ÿ”— Internal linking + content optimization ๐Ÿ“ Step 3: Google Business Profile (GMB/GBP) Optimization This is the #1 asset for local rankings ๐Ÿ”ฅ โœ… Setup / Audit / Fixes โœ… Categories, services, keywords & locations โœ… Business description + products/services optimization โœ… Posts strategy, Q&A, photos, tracking โœ… Local 3-Pack ranking improvements ๐Ÿงพ Step 4: Citation Building + NAP Consistency Google trusts businesses with consistent local data โœ… ๐Ÿ“Œ Manual citations on trusted directories ๐Ÿ“Œ NAP cleanup (Name/Address/Phone consistency) ๐Ÿ“Œ Duplicate listing guidance ๐Ÿ“Œ Authority signals to boost maps rankings ๐Ÿ”— Step 5: White-Hat Link Building (Safe + Powerful) I build authority the right way (no spam) โœ… ๐ŸŒ Niche + local backlinks ๐Ÿ“ Geo-relevant links for local pack growth โœ๏ธ Outreach-based link building ๐Ÿงฑ Backlink strategy to increase Domain Authority โœ… My Core SEO Services ๐Ÿ“Œ Local SEO Optimization ๐Ÿ“Œ Google Business Profile (GMB/GBP) Optimization ๐Ÿ“Œ Local SEO Audit + Technical SEO Audit ๐Ÿ“Œ Citation Building + Cleanup (NAP) ๐Ÿ“Œ Keyword Research (Local + Service Keywords) ๐Ÿ“Œ On-Page SEO (Titles, Meta, Headings, Content, Internal Links) ๐Ÿ“Œ Technical SEO (Speed, Indexing, Crawl, GSC Fixes) ๐Ÿ“Œ Link Building (White Hat Backlinks) ๐Ÿ“Œ Content Optimization for Local Pages (Service/City Pages) ๐Ÿ“Œ WordPress SEO + Shopify SEO ๐Ÿ† Best For Industries Like: ๐Ÿ  Home Services: HVAC, Plumbing, Roofing, Electricians, Pest Control, Cleaning, Landscaping โš–๏ธ Professional: Lawyers, Accountants, Real Estate, Consultants ๐Ÿฅ Health: Dentists, Chiropractors, Clinics, Therapists, Med Spas ๐Ÿ” Food: Restaurants, Cafes, Bakeries, Catering ๐Ÿ› Retail: Local shops, showrooms, stores ๐Ÿš— Automotive: Repair shops, detailing, towing, dealers ๐Ÿ›  Tools I Use ๐Ÿ” Ahrefs โ€ข SEMrush โ€ข Moz โ€ข Screaming Frog โ€ข SurferSEO ๐Ÿ“Š Google Search Console โ€ข GA4 (Google Analytics) โ€ข GBP Insights ๐ŸŒŸ What You Get Working With Me โœ… Keyword-focused Local SEO plan for your area โœ… Manual work (no automation spam) โœ… Strong local signals + authority improvements โœ… Clear action steps + transparent reporting โœ… Focus on real leads & sales, not โ€œempty rankingsโ€ ๐Ÿ“ Iโ€™ve worked with businesses targeting locations in USA, UK, Canada & Australia and helped them improve visibility in Googleโ€™s Local Pack / Maps results. ๐Ÿค If you want to dominate local search, rank higher on Google Maps, and get more calls/leads โ€” message me now. ๐Ÿ“ฉ Send me your website + location + main services, and Iโ€™ll share a quick view of whatโ€™s missing + what we should fix first ๐Ÿ”ฅ Muhammad Amir Keyword tags: Google My Business Management | Google My Business Reinstatement | Map Pack SEO | Local Search Ranking | Google Maps Marketing Strategy | Reputation Management | Review Optimization | Business Listing Optimization | Online Visibility Growth | Local Lead Generation | Location-Based Marketing | Geo-Relevant SEO | Local Brand Authority | Multi-Location Local SEO | Franchise SEO | Service-Based Business Marketing | Small Business SEO Strategy | Local Organic Growth | Search Visibility Improvement | Local Competitor Analysis | Local Market

  • Google My Business Optimization
  • Local SEO
  • Google Local Business Optimization
  • Business Consulting
  • Local Citation
  • On-Page SEO
  • SEO Audit
  • Website Audit
  • Technical SEO
  • Google My Business
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Google My Business Listing
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • Keyword Research
  • Google Maps
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • SEO Localization
  • Google Map Maker
  • Map Integration
Sukhwinder K.

Bagha Purana, India

$6/hr
4.8
107 jobs

I help Local businesses improve their Google rankings, increase calls, and attract more customers through Local SEO, Google Business Profile optimisation, Google Maps ranking strategies, and Technical SEO. With proven experience in restaurant SEO and local search optimisation, I focus on delivering measurable growth, better visibility, and long-term organic traffic results. I have also done search engine optimisation for diverse clients, including sports, real estate, beauty services, health, education, and more. I like to do challenging things or problem-solving types of jobs. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SEO Checklist โœ“ Keyword Research โœ“ Keyword Cluster โœ“ Meta Title โœ“ Meta Description โœ“ Url optimization โœ“ Duplicate Content Analysis โœ“ 404 Error Checks โœ“ sitemap.xml ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SEO Tools โœ“ Ahrefs โœ“ SEMrush โœ“ Google Console โœ“ Google Analytics โœ“ SEranking โœ“ Serpstat ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Advanced SEO link Building Technique โœ“ Google Map Ranking โœ“ Keywords or Topic cluster ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Social Media โœ“Facebook โœ“ Twitter โœ“ LinkedIn โœ“ Instagram โœ“ Organic Post, Customer Engagement Post ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Paid Marketing โœ“ Facebook Ads โœ“ Google Ads โœ“ LinkedIn โœ“ Instagram Campaign Setup, Google Keywords Planner, Google Analytics, Google Console ----------------------------------------------------------------------- WHY HIRE ME: โœ“ Response time less than 1 hour, available on Upwork Chat โœ“ Work honestly and quickly. โœ“ Experienced, Certified โœ“ Reasonable prices. High DA / PA backlinks โœ“ Ability to manage multiple projects. โœ“ Care of the customer's needs. โœ“ Regular work and weekly / monthly report. My time is my value. So when you choose me, you can expect that the job will be done in a short time and perfectly. I am working around the clock to help websites of all sizes improve their rankings and traffic. Sukhwinder K.

  • Google Ads
  • Local SEO
  • Off-Page SEO
  • On-Page SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Google My Business Optimization
  • Digital Marketing
  • Google My Business Listing
  • Google Local Business Optimization
  • PPC Campaign Setup & Management
  • Local Search Ads
  • Facebook Ad Campaign
  • Instagram Ad Campaign
  • Shopify SEO
  • Technical SEO

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Google Business Profile expert hiring guide

A Google Business Profile expert helps businesses manage and optimize their local online presence to improve search visibility and customer engagement. As the digital storefront for local companies, a well-managed Google Business Profile is essential for attracting nearby customers, generating leads, and building trust through reviews and accurate information. Hiring a skilled professional helps ensure your local listings remain competitive, allowing your team to focus on core operations while your digital presence drives foot traffic, calls, and conversions.

What does a Google Business Profile expert do?

A Google Business Profile expert manages and optimizes your business's listing on Google to ensure it ranks well in local search results and accurately reflects your brand. These specialists handle tasks ranging from initial profile verification and information updates to ongoing reputation management and content creation.

Key responsibilities include posting updates about offers and events, responding to customer reviews with reputation management best practices, uploading high-quality photos, and analyzing insights to improve performance. Many freelancers also specialize in managing Q&A sections and maintaining consistency across multiple locations. By leveraging local SEO strategies, they help businesses appear in the Local Pack, the map-based results at the top of Google searches, driving more foot traffic, calls, and website clicks.

Experienced Google Business Profile experts understand the nuances of Google's algorithm and guidelines. They stay updated on policy changes and help businesses avoid common pitfalls like duplicate listings or guideline violations that can result in suspensions.

How to hire a Google Business Profile expert on Upwork

Upwork can help you find, vet, hire, and collaborate with Google Business Profile experts from around the world. You only need to follow these four simple steps.

Step 1: Craft a targeted job post

A well-crafted job post will help qualified Google Business Profile experts find your project as they search for work, and to know if the project is right for them. In your post:

  • Describe your local marketing needs and specific goals

  • Outline your current profile status and the number of locations you need managed

  • List required skills such as local SEO expertise, copywriting, and graphic design

  • Cover logistical details such as timeline and budget

To create a tailored job post quickly, try the Job Post Generator powered by Umaโ„ข, Upworkโ€™s Mindful AI. Describe what you need in a few sentences, and Uma will craft a job post in seconds. You can also review job description templates and examples for inspiration, as well as SEO expert job descriptions for more ideas.

Step 2: Filter and evaluate candidates

As proposals come in, youโ€™ll want to review them in a way that is thorough and efficient. Look for candidates who show technical expertise as well as the ability to match your brandโ€™s tone and aesthetic.

  • Have Uma give instant video interviews and side-by-side comparisons

  • Use Upworkโ€™s filters to find candidates by rate, location, and experience

  • Review proposals for signs that the candidate has understood your job post and has the skills to meet your needs

  • Review portfolios and past client feedback, including before-and-after examples of local ranking improvements

  • Look for experience with businesses similar to yours, or the ability to match your needs

Step 3: Interview your top choices

A quick video interview gives you the chance to ask any questions you have left for your top candidates, and to get a feel for what a collaboration with them might be like.

  • Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork messaging to get instant transcripts and summaries from Uma

  • Request specific examples of successful local SEO campaigns they've managed

  • Walk you through a piece from their portfolio focusing on how the candidate helped meet the clientโ€™s goals

  • Ask about their process for improving local visibility and handling reputation management challenges

  • Discuss their familiarity with Google's guidelines and inquire about their reporting methods

  • Cover logistics such as communication channels, timeline, and payment

If youโ€™re unfamiliar with interviewing freelancers, you can refer to common interview questions to help keep your conversations focused and productive. You can also review SEO interview questions for more targeted questions from a related field.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Once youโ€™ve found the right person, you can send a contract directly through the Upwork marketplace. A solid contract protects both parties and helps collaborations be successful from beginning to end.

  • Use Upwork's contract workroom, messaging, and payment protection for secure collaboration

  • Choose fixed-price contracts for projects with clear deliverables, such as creating a single profile and handling duplicate profiles

  • Separate complex projects into clear milestones, such as SEO audit, market research, and page building

  • Choose hourly contracts for ongoing work or projects without clear deliverables, such as ongoing support for weekly posts and ongoing site performance analysis and optimization

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The rates and information provided in this article are based on current data and industry sources available at the time of publication. Freelance rates can vary depending on factors such as experience, location, project scope, and market conditions. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research to confirm current rates and trends, as this information may change over time.

How much does hiring a Google Business Profile expert cost?

Independent professionals on Upwork base their rates according to market demand, the scope and complexity of the project, and their own skills and expertise. The following chart lists typical prices for Google Business Profile projects commonly found on Upwork.

Single-location profile setup

$100-$300 /project

Entry-level
  • Profile creation and verification
  • Business info and category entry
  • Hours, photos, and description setup

Profile audit and suspension recovery

$150-$400 /project

Mid-level
  • Suspension diagnosis and reinstatement
  • Duplicate listing cleanup
  • Guideline compliance review

Multi-location profile optimization

$500-$1,200 /project

Mid-level
  • Consistent NAP across all locations
  • Photo and video uploads per location
  • Review response template creation

Local SEO strategy and implementation

$800-$1,500/ /project

Expert-level
  • Comprehensive local SEO audit
  • Competitor analysis and positioning
  • Schema markup and citation building

Monthly content and review management

$300-$800 /project

Mid-level
  • Weekly Google Posts creation
  • Review monitoring and responses
  • Monthly performance reporting

FAQs about Google Business Profile experts

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a Google Business Profile expert worth it?

For most businesses with a local customer base, hiring a Google Business Profile expert is a worthwhile investment. An optimized profile can significantly increase visibility in Google's Local Pack, and a well-maintained profile drives foot traffic, phone calls, and website visits by ensuring accurate information and strong review management. The value increases for companies with multiple locations or those in competitive local markets.

What qualifications should a Google Business Profile expert have?

A qualified Google Business Profile expert should demonstrate strong knowledge of local SEO principles, Google's business listing guidelines, and review management strategies. Look for professionals with a proven track record of improving local search rankings, experience with multi-location profile management, and familiarity with analytics tools that track local visibility metrics such as map views, direction requests, and call volumes.

How long does it take to see results from Google Business Profile optimization?

Most businesses begin to notice improvements in local search visibility within three to six weeks of professional optimization, though significant ranking changes may take two to three months. Factors that affect the timeline include the current state of your profile, the competitiveness of your local market, and whether existing issues like duplicate listings or policy violations need resolution first. Ongoing management tends to produce compounding results over time as review volume grows and posting consistency signals activity to Google's algorithm.