{"id":27738,"date":"2025-01-17T10:00:59","date_gmt":"2025-01-17T10:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitalguider.com\/?p=27738"},"modified":"2024-12-17T06:13:20","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T06:13:20","slug":"google-local-service-ads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitalguider.com\/blog\/google-local-service-ads\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Local Service Ads: The Secret Tool for Small Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever noticed businesses with a <\/span>Google Guaranteed badge<\/span>?<\/span><\/p>\n

If yes, then you have seen how <\/span>Google<\/span> Local Service Ads <\/span>function. These badges show the most trusted local service-based businesses near you.<\/span><\/p>\n

If your answer is no, here is your comprehensive <\/span>Google Local Service Ads <\/span>guide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What are <\/b>Google Local Service Ads<\/b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Google LSAs<\/span> are paid ads that help small businesses connect with local customers. These ads appear at the top of Google search results when a user searches for any specific service. They look like this –\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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As shown above, Google shows the service’s contact details, working hours, and ratings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Even trusted businesses are rewarded with a <\/span>Google Guaranteed Badge<\/span> that enhances service credibility and quality. However, a detailed screening and verification process is involved in receiving the badge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t Worry! If you want to grow your local business, check the list to determine whether your business is eligible<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Google Local Service Ads<\/b> Categories<\/b><\/h2>\n

Recently in October 2024, Google announced changes affecting small businesses in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and some in the U.S. and Canada. Starting November 21, the business should have a <\/span>Google Business Profile<\/span><\/a> to run an ad on Google.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The goal is to reduce fraud, but small businesses might face issues. If a business’s Google Business Profile name and address don\u2019t match their ad information, their ads could be stopped.<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, before starting with the categories, be aware of your industry, business details, industrial policies, and location.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The list below describes the industries eligible for <\/span>Google Local Service Ads Categories<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n