{"id":40261,"date":"2022-09-06T07:25:59","date_gmt":"2022-09-06T14:25:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/?p=40261"},"modified":"2026-03-03T13:01:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T21:01:45","slug":"local-search-marketing-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/local-search-marketing-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Local search marketing: everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Local search marketing<\/strong> is the practice of optimizing a business\u2019s online presence so it appears in location-based searches across platforms like Google Search, Google Maps, and online directories, helping nearby customers discover and choose the business. It focuses on visibility for high-intent local queries, accurate business information, and trust signals like reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">Local search marketing helps businesses with physical locations reach nearby customers at the exact moment they\u2019re searching for products or services online. Since most local buying journeys now begin on search engines and maps, appearing prominently in local results directly impacts foot traffic, calls, and purchases. This blog explains how local search works, what influences local rankings, and the foundational tactics businesses need to improve visibility, especially through accurate listings and strong customer reviews, which play a critical role in <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/google-reviews-help-rankings-and-seo\/\">trust and rankings<\/a>. It also fits within a broader local marketing strategy that helps businesses connect with <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/local-marketing\/\">nearby audiences across channels<\/a>.<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-local-search-marketing\" data-level=\"2\">What is local search marketing?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-does-local-search-marketing-work\" data-level=\"2\">How does local search marketing work?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-why-is-local-search-important\" data-level=\"2\">Why is local search important?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-understanding-local-search-marketing\" data-level=\"2\">Understanding local search marketing<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-compliance-with-google-s-guidelines\" data-level=\"3\">Compliance with Google\u2019s guidelines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-site-quality\" data-level=\"3\">Site quality<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-domain-authority\" data-level=\"3\">Domain authority<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-review-acquisition-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Review acquisition\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-google-determines-local-ranking\" data-level=\"2\">How Google determines local ranking<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-relevance\" data-level=\"3\">Relevance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-distance\" data-level=\"3\">Distance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-prominence\" data-level=\"3\">Prominence<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-improving-your-local-search-presence\" data-level=\"2\">Improving your local search presence<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-1-claim-and-optimize-your-google-business-profile\" data-level=\"3\">1. Claim and optimize your Google Business Profile<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-2-keep-mobile-in-mind\" data-level=\"3\">2. Keep mobile in mind<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-3-use-online-business-directories\" data-level=\"3\">3. Use online business directories<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-4-create-localized-content\" data-level=\"3\">4. Create localized content<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-5-get-more-and-better-reviews\" data-level=\"3\">5. Get more and better reviews<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-frequently-asked-questions-about-local-search\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently asked questions about local search<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-get-more-and-better-reviews-with-birdeye\" data-level=\"2\">Get more and better reviews with Birdeye<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-local-search-marketing\">What is local search marketing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Local search marketing is a form of search engine optimization (SEO) that helps local businesses rank higher in relevant search results based on their location. The goal is to get your business in front of customers on search engines like Google, Bing, and Yahoo! when they search for a term related to your industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/What-is-local-search-marketing_-1-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"Example of search results for &quot;bicycle stores near me&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-40342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/What-is-local-search-marketing_-1-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/What-is-local-search-marketing_-1-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/What-is-local-search-marketing_-1-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/What-is-local-search-marketing_-1-810x425.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/What-is-local-search-marketing_-1-1140x598.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/What-is-local-search-marketing_-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, when you search for \u201cbike shops near me,\u201d you&#8217;ll likely see a few nearby shops, in Google\u2019s \u201clocal 3-pack.\u201d The top three results will include images, store information, star ratings, and other information that can help you decide where you\u2019d like to shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-local-search-marketing-work\">How does local search marketing work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses need to optimize their websites for local SEO if they\u2019d like to get into the local 3-pack. To optimize your business, you\u2019ll need to provide Google with all of your necessary business information across all sources online. That means every local directory where your business is listed has to have accurate, consistent information, especially your name, address, and phone number (NAP). For more information on this topic, check our article called \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/business-listing-management\/\">Business listings management: The complete guide to local SEO<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you consistently give correct information to Google, the search engine will know your business is reputable. Google will then be more likely to recommend your business to local customers by ranking it higher in relevant search results. However, inconsistent information can do the opposite. If your business data is inaccurate across the web, Google won\u2019t trust your business and will rank one of your competitors higher than you. Even if you\u2019re the best business in town, you\u2019ll get overlooked online just because you haven\u2019t optimized your website for local search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-local-search-important\">Why is local search important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When customers conduct a local search, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinkwithgoogle.com\/consumer-insights\/consumer-trends\/local-search-conversion-statistics\/#:~:text=Insights.,Inspiration.&amp;text=of%20people%20who%20conduct%20a,searches%20result%20in%20a%20purchase.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">76% of them <\/a>visit a business within 24 hours, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinkwithgoogle.com\/consumer-insights\/consumer-trends\/local-search-conversion-statistics\/#:~:text=Insights.,Inspiration.&amp;text=of%20people%20who%20conduct%20a,searches%20result%20in%20a%20purchase.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">28% of them<\/a> will make a purchase based on that search. That means most of the potential customers in your area who search for a product or service related to your industry will visit a store that can fit their needs. So, you want to do everything you can to make sure they choose you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Local search optimization can also help you compete with bigger name brands and websites that appear in local search results. For example, if you\u2019re a local hardware store and a customer searches for a cordless drill, the organic search results are likely to be full of bigger names in the industry, top 10 lists, and blogs that will bury your website \u2013 even if you\u2019re on the first page of search results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you optimize your site for local SEO, you\u2019ll be more likely to appear in the local 3-pack. Customers will find your business first, and there\u2019s a better chance they\u2019ll visit your website and your store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-local-search-marketing\">Understanding local search marketing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before building a strong <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/local-business-seo\/\">local search marketing strategy<\/a>, there are some fundamentals of SEO you\u2019ll need to consider. Let\u2019s break them down:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-compliance-with-google-s-guidelines\">Compliance with Google\u2019s guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A strong, compliant Google Business Profile listing (formerly Google My Business) is the most valuable tool you have at your disposal to rank in Google\u2019s search results. If you\u2019re not compliant with <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/3038177?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google\u2019s guidelines<\/a>, it could mean the difference between being found by your customers online or being penalized.&nbsp; Violating Google\u2019s guidelines could negatively impact your search rankings or even cause the removal of your business listings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-site-quality\">Site quality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google prioritizes sites that keep user experience in mind. Suppose your site takes a long time to load, is difficult to navigate, and has low-quality images or if your website isn\u2019t up to Google\u2019s standards, it\u2019s highly unlikely the search engine will rank your website as the most reputable in your industry, especially in your local area. With a flawless website, you\u2019ll have a better shot at appearing at the top of your local search results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-domain-authority\">Domain authority<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Domain authority determines the credibility of your website, and Google ranks credible sites higher than others. For example, a high domain authority website would be something like birdeye.com, while a low authority website could be a site created by a new business that still has to create and send trust signals to Google to help increase its domain authority score. The older and more well-optimized your website is for your target audience, the higher the domain authority. Apart from optimizing your site for local search, off-page optimization in the form of creating high-quality incoming backlinks to your website can help to actively build your domain authority.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few ways you can build your backlinks and boost your domain authority. You can reach out to the websites of organizations in your area, like your local Chamber of Commerce, and ask them to link back to your website. You can also reach out to websites, offer content like blogs, and have them backlink to your site once published.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-review-acquisition-nbsp\">Review acquisition&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reviews don\u2019t just help you build credibility with Google \u2013 they also build trust with your customers. The more great reviews you get, the more likely it is Google will rank your business higher in search results. Once your business is in the local 3-pack, your reviews will be displayed for your local customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-google-determines-local-ranking\">How Google determines local ranking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve covered the fundamentals of local search and SEO, let\u2019s take a look at how Google determines local ranking in its search results. Google takes three factors into consideration when determining local ranking: relevance, distance, and prominence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-relevance\">Relevance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google looks at what a customer is searching for and determines how relevant a Google Business Profile or website is to that search query. If you add a detailed description of your business in your Google Business Profile, Google can more easily determine if your business is relevant to search terms related to your industry. This can give you a good chance of ranking higher in Google\u2019s search results in a local search query.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-distance\">Distance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When Google considers distance, it measures how close the top search results are to a location used in a search query or where the user is searching from. In other words, the closer you are to the user, or a specific location they\u2019re searching for, the more likely you are to show up higher in search results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prominence\">Prominence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Prominence is what Google considers when determining the most well-known business related to a search. A newer local business will have less prominence than a local business that has been in the area for years \u2013 but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t build prominence as a new business. Make a name for yourself in your community and build your website\u2019s domain authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong>How AI search is changing local discovery<\/strong><br><br>In addition to traditional results on Google Search and Maps, customers are increasingly encountering AI-generated answers when searching for local businesses. These responses often summarize recommendations instead of listing multiple options, making accurate listings and consistent business information even more important. <br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/search-ai\/\">Birdeye Search AI<\/a> helps businesses understand how they appear in AI-generated answers and identify accuracy issues that could impact visibility and trust.<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screenshot-2026-03-04-014208-3-1024x575.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screenshot-2026-03-04-014208-3-1024x575.png 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screenshot-2026-03-04-014208-3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screenshot-2026-03-04-014208-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screenshot-2026-03-04-014208-3-810x455.png 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screenshot-2026-03-04-014208-3-1140x641.png 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screenshot-2026-03-04-014208-3.png 1511w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-improving-your-local-search-presence\">Improving your local search presence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve gone over the ins and outs of local search. Now, let\u2019s go over how you can improve your local search ranking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-claim-and-optimize-your-google-business-profile\">1. Claim and optimize your Google Business Profile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most critical part of ranking in local search results on Google. Without it, you can\u2019t give Google the necessary information to determine where your business falls in terms of a local search query. To start, you should claim your <a href=\"https:\/\/business.google.com\/create\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google Business Profile<\/a> if you haven\u2019t already. Once you do, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/google-my-business\/\">optimize and manage your profile,<\/a> and provide Google with all of your business information, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your business name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your business categories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your phone number&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Claim-and-optimize-your-Google-Business-Profile-1-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"Example Google \nBusiness Profile in search results\" class=\"wp-image-40343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Claim-and-optimize-your-Google-Business-Profile-1-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Claim-and-optimize-your-Google-Business-Profile-1-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Claim-and-optimize-your-Google-Business-Profile-1-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Claim-and-optimize-your-Google-Business-Profile-1-810x425.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Claim-and-optimize-your-Google-Business-Profile-1-1140x598.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Claim-and-optimize-your-Google-Business-Profile-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you can provide even more information that can benefit your business\u2019s search ranking, like photos of your business and operating hours. From there, Google will display your business in their search results with everything customers need to know before visiting your location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-keep-mobile-in-mind\">2. Keep mobile in mind<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most customers are conducting local searches on their mobile devices. That means your <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/mobile-seo\/\">mobile SEO<\/a> has to be on point for Google to consider your website worth ranking. To optimize for mobile, you need to make sure that your content is readable by Google bots and that your site is user-friendly. That means making sure your site is easily navigable, is easy to read, and loads quickly on mobile devices for the best possible experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-use-online-business-directories\">3. Use online business directories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/top-business-listing-sites-for-usa-businesses\/\">Listing your business on websites<\/a> like Foursquare, MapQuest, and industry-specific business directories is a great way to spread awareness about your brand and build your local SEO presence. You can provide your NAP information along with a thorough description of your business and have a backlink from their site, which can help build your domain authority and your local SEO presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-create-localized-content\">4. Create localized content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll want to create fresh, localized content to improve your SEO ranking and your local search relevance on Google. When creating that content, think about what\u2019s happening in your area. You can write blog posts about local events or make videos highlighting local businesses or areas. When you\u2019re done creating your content, you can add it to your website to promote your business, This will show Google and your customers that you\u2019re a prominent business that\u2019s connected with your community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-get-more-and-better-reviews\">5. Get more and better reviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although we touched on this earlier, we can\u2019t stress enough how effective getting reviews can be for your business\u2019s reputation, both online and locally. If you\u2019re not actively asking satisfied customers for reviews, you\u2019re likely missing out on the majority of reviews you could be getting. After all, <a href=\"https:\/\/findstack.com\/online-review-statistics\/#:~:text=26.,a%20review%20will%20do%20so&amp;text=BrightLocal%20discovered%20that%20around%2073,company%20also%20provided%20a%20review.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">72% of customers<\/a> are willing to leave a review of a business when asked to do so. <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/google-reviews\/\">Getting more reviews<\/a> is one of the best ways to boost your local search rankings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-about-local-search\">Frequently asked questions about local search<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663015060471\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is meant by local search? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Local search uses specialized search engines that let users submit search queries specific to their geographic location and provides results most relevant to that search query.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663015080898\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is an example of local search? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/>A local search is any search conducted to find a local product or service. An example of this could be \u201ccoffee shops in Minneapolis\u201d or \u201ccoffee shops near me.\u201d<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-get-more-and-better-reviews-with-birdeye\">Get more and better reviews with Birdeye<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting more reviews is one of the best ways to improve your business\u2019s online reputation both locally and across the internet. If you want to automate your review acquisitions and streamline your <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/review-management\/\">review management process<\/a>, click the banner below to see how Birdeye can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/resources\/guides\/how-to-get-more-google-reviews-a-no-nonsense-guide\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"264\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews-1024x264.jpg\" alt=\"Download free guide on how to get more google reviews.\" class=\"wp-image-31459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews-1024x264.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews-300x77.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews-768x198.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews-1536x397.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews-810x209.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews-1140x294.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-get-more-Google-reviews.jpg 1646w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Local search marketing is the practice of optimizing a business\u2019s online presence so it appears in location-based searches across platforms like Google Search, Google Maps, and online directories, helping nearby customers discover and choose the business. 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