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Follow on Google News | How to Audit Your Local Business Listings Singapore for ErrorsBy: Citation Forge Errors in listings hurt your Google Business Profile and confuse your customers. Here's how I check and fix these issues. Step 1: Find All Listings Start by searching for your business name on Google, Bing, and other directories. I look at platforms like Yelp, Foursquare, and Apple Maps. Don't forget local Singapore sites like SGP Business or Yellow Pages. Make a list of every place your business shows up. Step 2: Check for NAP Consistency NAP stands for Name, Address, Phone number. These must be the same on every listing. I look for typos, old numbers, or outdated addresses. If anything is off, update it to match your official Google Business Profile. Step 3: Fix Categories and Business Details Some directories let you pick categories like "Plumber" or "Coffee Shop." I make sure these match my main category on Google. I also check hours, website links, and photos. Errors here can confuse customers and lower your local search rankings. Step 4: Use Tools to Speed It Up Manually checking each listing takes time. So, I use tools like BrightLocal or Whitespark. These show where my listings are correct, missing, or wrong. Step 5: Keep a Record I keep a simple spreadsheet to track changes. This helps me see which listings need updates or re-verification. Also, I check these listings every 3 months to catch new errors. Final Tip: Claim Every Listing If a listing isn't claimed, anyone can edit it. I claim all of mine to stay in control. https://citationforge.com/ End
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