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How Indian SMBs actually get found on Google Maps.
Specific answers to the questions owners ask us most: GBP verification timelines, choosing the right category, handling bad reviews, and which Indian directories matter.
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Google Business Profile vs Justdial: where should an Indian SMB focus?
Google Business Profile is free. Justdial sells leads. Both want your data. For a new SMB with limited time, here's the order that actually pays off.
2026-06-05ReadReviews
How to respond to a negative Google review (with templates)
Bad reviews feel personal. Your reply shouldn't. Here's the structure that works — and four ready-to-edit templates for the situations you'll actually face.
2026-06-04ReadCategory
What's the best Google Business Profile category for a salon in India?
Your primary category decides which 'near me' searches you can even enter. For salons in India, the right pick depends on what you actually sell — here's the decision tree.
2026-06-03ReadRanking
Why your business isn't showing up in Google Maps 'near me' searches
You've set up your GBP, you've verified, and you still don't appear when you search 'your category near me' from your own neighbourhood. Here's why — ranked by likelihood.
2026-06-02ReadGBP
How long does Google Business Profile verification take in India?
Postcard, video, phone, instant — four paths, four very different waiting times. Here's what actually happens after you submit, and what to do when you're stuck.
2026-06-01Read