Google+ Local Address not changing
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Just changed a Google+ Local address, however realise that its not changing.
Does it usually take time for a Google+ address to change once submitted? Would like to know the process here so that this address can change so as to ensure NAP consistency.
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Hi Gavo,
Just want to be sure that in addition to changing your address on your Google listing, you've also been cleaning up any other citations that reference the old address. I'm asking this because it's so important to understand that Google also draws their information from third party sources, beyond simply relying on what the business owner says in his dashboard. Yes, it can take some time to see the change. If you don't see the change within 10 days, you may need to take further steps.
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Hi Gavo
Any information you may have deleted may take up to 60 days to remove. Guess it is just a matter of sitting tight. The link below will give you additional information.
https://support.google.com/plus/answer/1727176?hl=en
Hope this helps?
Gary
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