Sage-Tips

Why Google business is rejecting my phone number?

There are many reasons Google can reject a phone: Phone number used on Spam listings. Phone number suggested by users is different. Phone number in other web properties (Facebook, Yelp, etc) is different.

How do I change my Google business phone number?

To add, edit, or update your phone number on Google:

1. Log into your Google My Business account.
2. Choose Info.
3. Look for the phone icon and click on the pencil icon to edit.
4. Add the phone number.
5. Click Apply.

Why does Google not show phone numbers?

Joy Hawkins posted on Twitter “Google clarifies phone numbers are not allowed in Google My Business posts.” This new policy is named Phone Stuffing and Google wrote “To avoid the risk of abuse, we do not allow your post content to include a phone number.

How do I remove my phone number from Google business?

Go to Google and search for your business name & address. Click on the three dots to the right of the “Your business on Google” box. Click “Business profile settings” and scroll down until you see the phone number section. There should be an option to select to not show the phone number.

How do I add phone numbers to my Google account?

Open the Google Account Security page (link in Resources) and then log in with your account. Click the “Edit” link next to Recovery Options. Click the “Add Phone” button and then enter your number into the Mobile Phone Number field. Click the “Save” button to save your changes.

How do I look up a phone number on Google?

Just enter a person’s name and a city, state, or zip code in the standard web search box. You can also enter a phone number to find the person’s name and address. Then hit the ENTER key or click the Search button. The end of the PhoneBook listing has a link to the Google Phonebook Name Removal form.

Can I remove my phone number from Google?

Stop using your number across Google Go to the Phone section of your Google Account. Remove number. Go to the Recovery phone section of your Google Account and re-add your number. To keep using your number in other Google services, go to those services and re-add it.

How do I remove a phone number from my Google account?

1. On your Android device, open Settings Google.
2. At the top, tap Personal info.
3. In the “Contact info” section, tap Phone.
4. Select the phone number that you want to make changes to.
5. Next to your number, select Delete.
6. At the top left, tap Back .
7. At the top, tap Security.

Why can’t my phone number be used for Google verification?

The phone number/s you are using has/have been used too many times already. Either by yourself, or it may be a recycled number which has been used previously with Google. The count cannot be reset. You don’t need a mobile phone, you can use a friend’s phone, or use a landline.

What should I do if my GMB profile is suspended?

If your GMB profile is suspended, don’t panic. The first thing you need to do is carefully read Google My Business guidelines to try to identify which rules your listing violated and determine if your business even qualifies for a GMB profile at all. Some businesses just don’t qualify, at all, for a GMB profile.

What should I do if my GMB request is denied?

If your request is denied, you should be given the option to either appeal or be allowed to verify your affiliation with the business listing. Open the original email you received when you requested access to the GMB listing and click on View Request or open the rejection email and click OK.

Does your business qualify for a GMB profile?

Some businesses just don’t qualify, at all, for a GMB profile. Once you have identified the potential issues – and your business does, in fact, qualify for a GMB listing – you should fix any issues with your listing and then fill out a reinstatement request. Note: Do not fill out more than one reinstatement request.

Why is my Google my Business Post getting rejected?

Every once in a while, a Google My Business Post will get rejected. If your post gets rejected, you will see a red “Rejected” notice. Typically posts are rejected due to content or because of the photo/image being used or if your business is in a “sensitive” topics area.