Does a Google Map on the contact page help with SEO?
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In regards to ranking organically for local search results (not google places), I'm wondering if there is any benefit to having a Google Map on my Contact page with our location pinned? If so, how important do you think it is?
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It helps a bit to have a custom map with your location pinned on it. Though there are a lot of other factors considered more important right now. Have a look at the 2012 local ranking factors report:
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