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Google points of Interest / POI
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Hello,
Looking for some guidance on how to appear and get listed in Google Points of Interest in the Search Engine Results Page.
Like when searching for "attractions Seattle" at the top of the SERP these listings appear.
Cannot seem to find some good resources on the topic as well.
Thanks
Conrad
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Hi Miriam,
Thanks for the input. I will continue to look into this. I am amazed by the short amount of resources on this! In fact I was a bit perplexed as I thought I was searching with incorrect terms.
If I discover something of value will share it.
Thanks,
Conrad
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Hi Ma Verónica,
Thanks for your help! Are you referring to the Local guide contributions in Google Maps app?
Thank you
Conrad
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Hi Conalt,
Nearly all of Google's documentation regarding POIs is for developers making maps and, to be honest, I feel it has been 5 or so years since I've last even seen a good discussion regarding the term 'points of interest'. There should be more discussion of this, as clearly, this is still highly featured in searches like the one you cited. You might look here for more information: https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topicsearchin/maps/points$20of$20interest
My guess is that what Google chooses to show in these types of searches is algorithmic, but what that algo may be, I have no resources to point out. So sorry, and if you're setting yourself the task of learning about this, it would be wonderful if you'd share what you learn with our community.
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Hi,
The best easy way to do it, is by using the Google Maps app on you phone, and the essential information, including the exact location.
The process might take up to five minutes.https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!category-topic/map-maker/UEN0wxhj6Rs
Although, you have to understand that Google Points of Interest are manually curated. Therefore, it will take time before it is accepted as a point of interest, if so.
Ma Verónica
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