{"id":50352,"date":"2023-10-26T06:58:44","date_gmt":"2023-10-26T13:58:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/?p=50352"},"modified":"2026-03-16T08:52:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T15:52:07","slug":"google-my-business-photos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/google-my-business-photos\/","title":{"rendered":"The complete guide to Google My Business photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Google My Business photos<\/strong> are essential for presenting your business online and making a strong first impression on potential customers. High-quality, relevant images help your profile attract attention, convey professionalism, and influence customer decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><br>Strategically managing photos goes beyond simply uploading images. Properly curated visuals can highlight products or services, showcase your business environment, and strengthen brand identity, while also improving local search visibility and engagement.<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog covers how to choose the right images, optimize them for search, and manage your Google My Business photos effectively to drive more customer engagement and local traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">On average, a local business\u2019s Google Business Profile features 11 photos. The more photos you provide to showcase your business, the stronger your reputation becomes. <\/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-why-are-google-my-business-photos-important\" data-level=\"2\">Why are Google My Business photos important?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-improve-local-seo-efforts\" data-level=\"3\">Improve local SEO efforts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-enhance-your-brand-awareness\" data-level=\"3\">Enhance your brand awareness<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-boost-engagement\" data-level=\"3\">Boost engagement<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-build-trust\" data-level=\"3\">Build trust<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-types-of-photos-for-google-my-business-listing\" data-level=\"2\">Types of photos for Google My Business listing<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-profile-photos-or-logo\" data-level=\"3\">Profile photos or logo<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-cover-photo\" data-level=\"3\">Cover photo<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-business-interior-photos\" data-level=\"3\">Business interior photos<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-business-exterior-photos\" data-level=\"3\">Business exterior photos<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-team-photos\" data-level=\"3\">Team photos<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-other-photos\" data-level=\"3\">Other photos<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-user-generated-photos\" data-level=\"3\">User-generated photos<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-add-photos-to-google-my-business\" data-level=\"2\">How to add photos to Google My Business<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-add-google-my-business-photos-to-bulk-verified-profiles\" data-level=\"2\">How to add Google My Business photos to bulk-verified profiles?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-choosing-the-best-photos-for-gmb-listings-best-practices-to-follow\" data-level=\"2\">Choosing the best photos for GMB listings: Best practices to follow<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-follow-google-guidelines\" data-level=\"3\">Follow Google guidelines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-name-the-photo-accurately-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Name the photo accurately\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-choose-high-quality-photos-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Choose high-quality photos\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-avoid-stock-images-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Avoid stock images\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-edit-the-photos-to-present-them-in-the-best-light-possible-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Edit the photos to present them in the best light possible\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-update-the-photos-section-regularly-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Update the photos section regularly\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-remove-photos-from-google-my-business\" data-level=\"2\">How to remove photos from Google My Business<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-remove-user-generated-google-my-business-photos-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">How to remove user-generated Google My Business photos?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-do-i-manage-my-business-photos-on-google\" data-level=\"2\">How do I manage my business photos on Google?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faqs-about-google-my-business-photos\" data-level=\"2\">FAQs about Google My Business photos<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-grow-your-google-business-profile-with-birdeye-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Grow your Google Business Profile with Birdeye\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-are-google-my-business-photos-important\">Why are Google My Business photos important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond adding a captivating visual element to a predominantly text-heavy listing, Google My Business Photos provide multiple benefits to&nbsp; local businesses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By investing in high-quality photos and regularly updating Google Business Profile with them, businesses can:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-improve-local-seo-efforts\">Improve local SEO efforts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google recommends uploading new photos to your Google Business Profile weekly. Doing so will let Google know that you\u2019re paying attention to your <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/google-my-business\/\">Google My Business<\/a> listing, which can improve your <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/local-seo-tips\/\">local SEO ranking<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dynamic and&nbsp; active listing is more likely to feature in top local search results than an inactive listing. Adding photos also shows Google that you are a relevant and trustworthy business that can help the user.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, adding photos can directly boost your local SEO efforts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-enhance-your-brand-awareness\">Enhance your brand awareness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google My Business Photos can be the visual ambassador of your brand. Customers are more likely to remember the visual elements in your marketing messages, product packaging, and project photos than just the brand name.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your business shows up in Google search results, the photos can help build a connection and boost overall brand awareness in the market. For best results, use photos that carry branding signs of your business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-boost-engagement\">Boost engagement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vivid Google Business Profile photos can stimulate potential customers to explore further, deepening their engagement. It helps them get more information about your business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When customers browse through your profile, the right GMB photos can make them click, want to know more, and efficiently engage with your business profile. The more engagement your profile gets, the better your chances of showing up in the local map pack results.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-build-trust\">Build trust<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Photos of your business\u2019 interior, exterior, products, and your team can build immediate trust with prospective customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if you\u2019re a restaurant owner, customers would love to see what your signature dishes look like before deciding to visit your restaurant. Posting your own photos also helps you protect your brand from trolls and scammers who might post irrelevant or unwanted content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"om-embedded-campaign\" data-campaign-id=\"449\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-types-of-photos-for-google-my-business-listing\">Types of photos for Google My Business listing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While adding photos to your Google My <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/business-listing-management\/\">Business listing<\/a> is vital, understanding which photos resonate best can optimize your listing\u2019s impact. Here is a list of the type of photos you can leverage to boost the impact of your Google Business Profile:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image shows how the photos appear on Google Business Profile\" class=\"wp-image-54255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-profile-photos-or-logo\">Profile photos or logo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your profile photo or logo can help you get your brand identity visible to your customers. Upholding a logo makes sure that you take the right steps to boost brand awareness on the internet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use a high-quality profile photo or logo helping customers immediately identify your business in local search results. The GMB profile photo must represent your business and brand accurately.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong>Troubleshooting: Why is the logo photo missing from your Google Business Profile? \n<\/strong>\nIf you have specifically added the logo to your Google My Business listing but can\u2019t find it, these could be the reasons:\n\n1. Your business profile is incomplete. Cross-check if you have updated your name, business location, street address, business categories, and contact details. \n2. The image quality is low. Reupload the logo again with a better-quality image.\n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cover-photo\">Cover photo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your business cover photo is the most prominent photo in your Google listing. Try to choose a business-related photo that captures your company\u2019s personality or showcases a core product or service you offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-cover-photo-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image shows how the cover photo appears on Google Business Profile\" class=\"wp-image-54256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-cover-photo-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-cover-photo-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-cover-photo-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-cover-photo-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-cover-photo-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-cover-photo.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-business-interior-photos\">Business interior photos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>People love to see what the inside of a business looks like before visiting, especially if the service revolves around beauty treatments, massages, healthcare services, restaurants, retail stores, and so on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-interior-photos-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image shows how the interior photos appear on Google Business Profile\" class=\"wp-image-54257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-interior-photos-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-interior-photos-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-interior-photos-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-interior-photos-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-interior-photos-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-interior-photos.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Business interior photos help customers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Evaluate the cleanliness of the premise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand how your staff treats the customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Know what to expect when they visit your store&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong>Pro Tip<\/strong>: Ensure that the cover photo you upload is of the best quality and represents the nature of your business. If not, Google may not pick it as the cover photo for your Google My Business listing. \n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-business-exterior-photos\">Business exterior photos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exterior photos of your business make it easier for your customers to find you when they visit you in person.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When customers search for your business on Google Maps, the exterior photos allow them to spot the store\/building easily.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image shows how the exterior photo appears on Google Business Profile\" class=\"wp-image-54258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-exterior-photo-1.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is particularly important in large cities, where you can blink and miss a place of business as you\u2019re driving by. Include shots of prominent signage or landmark identifiers that can help customers find you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-team-photos\">Team photos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Company culture is important for a potential customer to trust a business. Adding team photos shows them that you are a business with a talented staff and tells them that choosing your business would be the right decision.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A business listing with staff photos can also increase relatability and help your business come across as more approachable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use photos of the team celebrating a win, in meetings, serving customers, and in their daily routine for best results.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-team-photos-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image shows how the team photo appears on Google Business Profile\" class=\"wp-image-54259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-team-photos-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-team-photos-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-team-photos-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-team-photos-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-team-photos-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-team-photos.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-photos\">Other photos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your business, consider adding additional photo types, such as:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Product photos : Use aesthetically pleasing product shots that clearly show their best features to attract customers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Service photos : You can add project photos or photos of your team serving the customers if you are in the service business.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food\/Drinks photos: Hire a professional photographer to take high-quality shots of your menu to attract potential customers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-user-generated-photos\">User-generated photos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google appreciates if a business allows and encourages its customers to add photos to the Google My Business listing. This promotes transparency, acts as a social proof, and helps portray the true picture of a business to potential customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Encourage customers to add photos with their <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/google-reviews\/\">Google reviews<\/a> so that you can add user-generated content to your listing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"om-embedded-campaign\" data-campaign-id=\"450\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-add-photos-to-google-my-business\">How to add photos to Google My Business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding photos to your Google My Business is a simple process and can be done in a few simple steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sign in to your official Google My Business account.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/fWbUGfX5liJ9P2cxfZ7sdaew-Gq9D6sqet2HVSfxQYsBtV9reDvgWWNkRIWcdsytAzK8EUZzqfwBQSVt8m9RhxZ9A2QJ_4zRITM6vF5up9oddZBAjNZ8bhf_S4jmsfjVz2BZDDxgzKaHPHBRzzY3sCs\" alt=\"Image shows how to add a photo from the Google Business Profile dashboard\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From the Google My Business dashboard, click on \u201cAdd photo.\u201d This option is available only if you have a verified profile.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/SGPEr0AXfssEq9iNFsCV1C3cReBl0B2CSHteVdI_2luYH6FiouqwIly79k_WggcrCG99t-G37hPfTldEDhfM6dPM6MxesfNi5u-kYXIp7dmz-vHN-vJySHC7mOXIZure0j5E1ojmHz34ClSVB7fUoFQ\" alt=\"Image shows how to choose the right photo type from the Google Business Profile dashboard\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select the type of photo you will be adding \u2013 Photo, Logo, or Cover photo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proceed with the steps you see on the screen to finish uploading the photos.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The photos will now be visible on your Google Business Profile.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-add-google-my-business-photos-to-bulk-verified-profiles\">How to add Google My Business photos to bulk-verified profiles?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you manage a multi-location business, you can add photos from the same group dashboard. You can also add photos individually for each location or bulk upload using a spreadsheet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the steps to add Google My Business photos from your Group:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sign in to your Business Profile Manager.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the business you wish to add photos to.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, scroll to the \u201cPhoto\u201d section<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click \u201cAdd photos\u201d and choose the photos you wish to add from your computer. Make sure that the photos follow the Google guidelines.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u201cUpload\u201d and submit to add the photos to the profile.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also bulk-upload photos using a spreadsheet to upload logos, cover photos, and product photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the steps to do so:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a spreadsheet for each location with two columns. The first column must contain the type of photo: Logo, cover photo, other photos, etc. The next column must contain the URL of the image to upload. Separate URLs with a comma if you have multiple images for the same category.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign in to your <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/google-business-profile-manager\/\">Google Business Profile Manager<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the businesses you want to add photos to.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click \u201cActions\u201d and move to \u201cLocations\u201d.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Import the spreadsheet to upload the photos to the respective Google Business Profile.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choosing-the-best-photos-for-gmb-listings-best-practices-to-follow\">Choosing the best photos for GMB listings: Best practices to follow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For best results with Google My Business photos, businesses must follow the approved Google guidelines and choose the right images to showcase their products and services.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This section covers the steps that can help you make the right decision for your GMB photos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-follow-google-guidelines\">Follow Google guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For best results with Google My Business Photos and to make sure that the platform approves all your uploads, follow <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/6103862?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">these guidelines from Google<\/a>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/6103862?hl=en\">The GMB photos you upload are of the right size, resolution, and format.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/6103862?hl=en\">The ideal photo size for <\/a>Google My Business photos is between 10kB and 5MB.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Acceptable formats include JPG or PNG. (The platform prefers PNG so that the quality doesn\u2019t go down after you upload them online.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The minimum resolution is 720px x 720px.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The minimum Google My Business profile photo size is 250 px x 250 px.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The cover photo size must be 1080&#215;608 pixels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-name-the-photo-accurately-nbsp\">Name the photo accurately&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google adds custom tabs that sort your Google My Business photos into different sections for customers to browse through. Using an accurate name for the photos improves the efficiency of this process and ensures that customers can easily find the right photo.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naming the photo can also help boost the relevance of your business listing, improving your ranking on local searches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choose-high-quality-photos-nbsp\">Choose high-quality photos&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your photos have a higher chance of rejection if the quality does not meet Google\u2019s standards. Google may also choose user-uploaded photos instead of yours to showcase your business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High quality images also translate into a good experience for anyone checking your Google Business Profile. Potential customers can see your images clearly and consider you a professional, enticing them to engage further with your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong>Why are my photos not showing up on Google My Business?  \n<\/strong>Your photos may not show up on Google My Business if the photo doesn\u2019t meet Google\u2019s guidelines concerning image size, format, quality, and\/or relevance. \n\nOther possible reasons for rejection are: \n- Your Google Business Profile is less than two weeks old. Google prevents new businesses from publishing images in the earlier stages.\n- You have uploaded copyrighted images, and the Google algorithm has detected watermarks or duplicates online. \n- The images are heavily edited with text overlays. Such photos may not pass the quality check. \n<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-avoid-stock-images-nbsp\">Avoid stock images&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using stock images for products, services, and exterior photos is a tempting choice but is not something you should consider.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google My Business photos aim to present an accurate image of your business to potential customers. Using stock images can be misleading, inaccurate, and considered deceitful by Google and your profile visitors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can significantly reduce your chances of ranking higher or converting Google users into customers for your business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-edit-the-photos-to-present-them-in-the-best-light-possible-nbsp\">Edit the photos to present them in the best light possible&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses must ensure that mobile and desktop users have a consistent and optimal experience while they view the photos they upload. We recommend editing the images before uploading them to your Google Business Profile. Here are a few things to remember while editing them:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The photo size must be as per approved guidelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The photos you choose must accurately reflect the nature of your business, products, and services. Avoid filters and heavy editing.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shoot products in well-lit spaces.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trim the images so mobile and desktop users have a good viewing experience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exterior photos must be shot in daylight and nighttime settings to help customers easily find your premises.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-update-the-photos-section-regularly-nbsp\">Update the photos section regularly&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since customers must get an accurate picture of your business from the photos, ensure you update this section regularly.&nbsp;Any product design, packaging change, or any service addition must be reflected in your Google My Business photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-remove-photos-from-google-my-business\">How to remove photos from Google My Business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can remove photos from Google My Business at any time. This is beneficial for business owners wanting to remove images that violate content guidelines that don\u2019t accurately represent their brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to remove photos from Google My Business:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sign in to your Google Business Profile.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access the Google Business Profile Manager using the App launcher icon.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-manager-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image shows how to view photos from the Google Business Profile Manager\" class=\"wp-image-54260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-manager-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-manager-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-manager-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-manager-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-manager-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-manager.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on photos and view the photos you uploaded under the \u201cBy owner\u201d section.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-user-generated-photos-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Google My Business photos view section\" class=\"wp-image-54262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-user-generated-photos-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-user-generated-photos-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-user-generated-photos-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-user-generated-photos-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-user-generated-photos-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-My-Business-user-generated-photos.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select the photo you wish to delete or remove.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the delete or \u201cTrash Icon\u201d in the upper right corner and click on \u201cDelete\u201d.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-delete-Google-My-Business-photos-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image shows how to delete a photo from your Google Business Profile\" class=\"wp-image-54263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-delete-Google-My-Business-photos-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-delete-Google-My-Business-photos-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-delete-Google-My-Business-photos-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-delete-Google-My-Business-photos-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-delete-Google-My-Business-photos-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-delete-Google-My-Business-photos.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-remove-user-generated-google-my-business-photos-nbsp\">How to remove user-generated Google My Business photos?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some customers may upload inappropriate or irrelevant photos to your Google My Business listing. This is a serious concern and impacts your Google presence. The best way to handle this is to flag such photos and ask Google to remove them from your profile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is how you can do it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sign in to your Google Business Profile.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move to the Photos section and locate the image you wish to remove.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the \u201cFlag\u201d icon in the bottom right corner.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On the next screen, choose the appropriate reason for reporting the image.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit your request.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Google will now review your request and remove the photo if it is found to be inappropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-i-manage-my-business-photos-on-google\">How do I manage my business photos on Google?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to adding or removing Google My Business photos, you can also edit the categories, view sizes, and report any user-uploaded photos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To manage your Google My Business Photos:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to \u201cGoogle Business Profile Manager\u201d using the App launcher icon.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click \u201cPhotos\u201d on the left side of the dashboard.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the photo you wish to manage to view in full size.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, proceed with editing or reporting it as needed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"try-for-free-block\" style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 32px; background: #0d47a1; border-radius: 30px; margin: 0 0 30px;\">\n<div class=\"txt-block\" style=\"padding-right: 20px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 36px; font-weight: 400; color: #fff; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0 0 20px;\">Boost your Google Business Profile<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 400; color: #fff; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 0 20px;\">Want to see the impact of Birdeye on your business? Watch the Free Demo Now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn-block\" style=\"min-width: 180px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/pricing\/\" style=\"width: 100%; background: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; display: flex; justify-content: center; border-radius: 6px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #0d47a1; margin: 0 0 20px; border: 1px solid transparent; cursor: pointer;\">See Pricing<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/free-demo\/\" style=\"width: 100%; background: #0d47a1; padding: 10px 20px; display: flex; justify-content: center; white-space: nowrap; border-radius: 6px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #fff; border: 1px solid #fff; cursor: pointer;\">FREE DEMO<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs-about-google-my-business-photos\">FAQs about Google My Business photos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1698323209823\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How often should you post photos on Google My Business?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Google suggests uploading photos on Google My Business on a weekly basis. This lets Google know that you\u2019re paying attention to your listing, and that can help increase your visibility in search.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1698323281492\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I see my business views on Google photos?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It is not possible to see business views on photos since Google has removed the ability to check views for the photos on your Google My Business page.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1719321602333\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I arrange the photos in Google My Business?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, businesses have no control over the order in which the photos appear on their Google My Business profile. There is also no process to arrange the photos in any particular order.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-grow-your-google-business-profile-with-birdeye-nbsp\">Grow your Google Business Profile with Birdeye&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your Google Business Profile is pivotal for your success in local SEO. The easier it is for customers to find and understand your business before they interact with you, the higher the chances are of increasing your conversion rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A well-curated Google Business Profile with relevant photos and optimized descriptions can foster trust and connection with potential customers from the very first impression. Maintaining an accurate profile is now essential to stay visible across both traditional search and new discovery engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Manage your business listings, including the Google Business Profile, with Birdeye\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/listings\/\">Listings AI Agents<\/a> to ensure accuracy across all listings. These agents continuously monitor and update your information in real-time to prevent inconsistencies and improve your local search ranking. Birdeye allows you to manage your Google Business Profile and other business listings from a simple, easy-to-use dashboard. It is one of the best solutions, especially for multi-location brands. Birdeye&#8217;s competitive pricing ensures you get the best value and results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/free-demo\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/NEW-Watch-Demo-Regular.png\" alt=\"Watch demo\" class=\"wp-image-46282\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Google My Business photos are essential for presenting your business online and making a strong first impression on potential customers. High-quality, relevant images help your profile attract attention, convey professionalism, and influence customer decisions. SummaryStrategically managing photos goes beyond simply uploading images. 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