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Prohibited and restricted content (Maps user-generated content policy)

Google · support.google.com Free Beginner

The policy Google judges reviews against: fake engagement, conflicts of interest such as competitors or former staff, off-topic content, harassment and more.

  • Match your report to a named category in this policy.
  • A review from a competitor or ex-employee is a conflict of interest and can be removed.
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It answers 2 questions

  1. How do I get more Google reviews for my business?
  2. How do I get a fake or unfair Google review removed?

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