What is the best type map for local SEO?
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Hi mozzers,
Can someone tell me which type of map is best when embedding it into your service pages? or any map is good enough? Why?
Thanks guys!
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Thanks Robert!
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Taysir
I think the Google Maps API is the best way to go for your site. Not that Google can't or won't read from a Bing map, its just an opinion based on Google being 70% plus of search. Assuming you have done the rest of Local correctly, this is not difficult to use and is of benefit. I also think the fact you are geolocating the business with a maps API is a plus for you.
Best,
Robert
Edit Note: There is a business API and a regular API for maps. I would suggest the regular as it is free to use and the features are fairly strong. If you have a larger business, more searchers, etc. take a look at the Maps Business API.
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