How to Report Fake Google Listings
An episode of the Local SEO in 10 podcast, hosted by Magnified Media, titled "How to Report Fake Google Listings " was published on June 20, 2025 and runs 13 minutes.
June 20, 2025 ·13m · Local SEO in 10
Summary
Fake listings are clogging up Google Maps and stealing your leads. In this episode, we break down how local businesses can report spammy or rule-breaking Google Business Profiles—and why it’s one of the easiest ways to boost your own visibility. No fluff, just the exact steps you need to protect your turf and show up higher in search.👉 Learn what counts as a violation👉 How to spot fake listings near you👉 The tools and links you need to take action todayStop letting shady competitors cheat the system—take back your map!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:How to report a fake business on Google MapsFix incorrect information about a placeRedressal Complaint Form (for repeated or serious violations)About Adam Duran, Local SEO ExpertLocal SEO in 10 is helmed by Local SEO expert Adam Duran, director of Magnified Media. With offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles & Walnut Creek, California, Magnified Media is a digital marketing agency focused on local SEO for businesses, marketing strategy, national SEO, website design and qualified customer lead generation for companies of all sizes.Magnified Media helps companies take control of their marketing by:• getting their website seen at the top of Google rankings,• getting them more online reviews, and• creating media content that immediately engages with their audience.Adam enjoys volunteering with several community-based non-profits, hiking and BJJ in his spare time.About Jamie Duran, host of Local SEO in 10Local business owner Jamie Duran is the owner of Solar Harmonics, Northern California's top-rated solar company, which invites its customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm. You can check out the website for the top solar energy equipment installer, Solar Harmonics, here. Jamie also is the creator and panel expert of Straight-Talk Solar Cast, the world's first podcast focused on answering the questions faced by anyone considering going solar.Thanks for joining us this week! Want to subscribe to Local SEO in 10? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review.Have a question about Local SEO? Chances are we've covered it! Go to our podcast website and check out our search feature.
Episode Description
Fake listings are clogging up Google Maps and stealing your leads. In this episode, we break down how local businesses can report spammy or rule-breaking Google Business Profiles—and why it’s one of the easiest ways to boost your own visibility. No fluff, just the exact steps you need to protect your turf and show up higher in search.
👉 Learn what counts as a violation
👉 How to spot fake listings near you
👉 The tools and links you need to take action today
Stop letting shady competitors cheat the system—take back your map!
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
About Adam Duran, Local SEO Expert
Local SEO in 10 is helmed by Local SEO expert Adam Duran, director of Magnified Media. With offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles & Walnut Creek, California, Magnified Media is a digital marketing agency focused on local SEO for businesses, marketing strategy, national SEO, website design and qualified customer lead generation for companies of all sizes.
Magnified Media helps companies take control of their marketing by:
• getting their website seen at the top of Google rankings,
• getting them more online reviews, and
• creating media content that immediately engages with their audience.
Adam enjoys volunteering with several community-based non-profits, hiking and BJJ in his spare time.
About Jamie Duran, host of Local SEO in 10
Local business owner Jamie Duran is the owner of Solar Harmonics, Northern California's top-rated solar company, which invites its customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm. You can check out the website for the top solar energy equipment installer, Solar Harmonics, here. Jamie also is the creator and panel expert of Straight-Talk Solar Cast, the world's first podcast focused on answering the questions faced by anyone considering going solar.
Thanks for joining us this week! Want to subscribe to Local SEO in 10? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review.
Have a question about Local SEO? Chances are we've covered it! Go to our podcast website and check out our search feature.