Your business details need to be consistent everywhere. One wrong phone number can hurt your ranking. Use this checklist.
Tick off each directory as you verify your listing. Every listing must have the exact same business name, address, and phone number.
Straight answers about business listings and local search rankings.
A citation is any online mention of your business name, address, and phone number (NAP). Google uses citations to verify your business is real. Consistent citations are one of the top local ranking factors.
Google cross-references your business details across the web. If your phone number is different on True Local than it is on your website, Google loses confidence in your listing.
Start with Google, Apple, and Bing. Then work through major Australian directories. Quality matters more than quantity — 20 accurate citations beat 100 inconsistent ones.
Yes. Claim your listing on each directory, verify ownership, and update your details. It is time-consuming but straightforward. We handle this as part of our SEO service if you'd rather focus on the tools.
Every 6 months. Business details change — premises, phone numbers, trading names. Regular checks catch inconsistencies before they hurt your ranking.
We'll audit, fix, and maintain your business listings across 50+ directories. Consistent citations, better rankings, more calls. From $500/month.
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