{"id":32036,"date":"2023-12-19T13:11:39","date_gmt":"2023-12-19T12:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/respondelligent.com\/?p=32036"},"modified":"2025-09-30T08:47:28","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T06:47:28","slug":"google-my-business-photos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/respondelligent.com\/en\/google-my-business-photos\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Business Profile Photos: 5 expert tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

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ou already know that optimizing your Google My Business listing helps you strengthen your SEO and improve your online reputation. One of the first things that user check on your Google My Business page are images. It\u2019s no surprise that images influence a lot how your business looks online.<\/p>\n

According to Google\u2019s data, businesses with photos receive 42% more requests for driving directions and 35% more clicks through to their websites<\/strong> than businesses that don’t have photos. This shows how essential it is to manage and optimize your Google My Business photos.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve collected 5 expert tips<\/strong> to help you achieve your Google My Business success.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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ou already know that optimizing your Google My Business listing helps you strengthen your SEO and improve your online reputation. One of the first things that user check on your Google My Business page are images. It\u2019s no surprise that images influence a lot how your business looks online.<\/p>\n

According to Google\u2019s data, businesses with photos receive 42% more requests for driving directions and 35% more clicks through to their websites<\/strong> than businesses that don’t have photos. This shows how essential it is to manage and optimize your Google My Business photos.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve collected 5 expert tips<\/strong> to help you achieve your Google My Business success.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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Y<\/span><\/strong>ou already know that optimizing your Google Business Profile listing helps you strengthen your SEO and improve your online reputation. One of the first things that user check on your Google Business Profile page are images. It\u2019s no surprise that images influence a lot how your business looks online.<\/p>\n

According to Google\u2019s data, businesses with photos receive 42% more requests for driving directions and 35% more clicks through to their websites<\/strong><\/a> than businesses that don’t have photos. Furthermore, since searching by image has become more popular, Google has introduced a set of features<\/a> where diners can search for a specific dish and find a restaurant that serves it. This shows how essential it is to manage and optimize your Google Business Profile photos.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve collected 5 expert tips<\/strong> to help you achieve your Google Business Profile success.<\/p>\n

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1. Use high-quality photos for your Google Business Profile listing<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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The photos should be high-quality, engaging, and inviting guests or customers to visit your business.<\/p>\n

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What are high-quality photos that will make you look best on Google?<\/h3>\n

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Ideally, you should get a professional camera or hire a professional photographer to make good photos of your business.<\/p>\n

To regularly post photos, for example, of the new menu creations at your restaurant, you can’t always rely on a professional photographer. It’s nowadays possible to make excellent photos with a smartphone. Lots of tutorials, tips, and tricks about food photography are available online.<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/strong> Make sure that your photos don\u2019t look too \u201cstylized\u201d, your customers know when photos are too perfect. Also, stay away from stock photos. They\u2019ll be found and removed by Google because they don\u2019t provide an accurate depiction of your business.<\/p>\n

Restaurants often add photos of empty dining rooms and tables. We think it\u2019s more realistic to add photos with guests on them. You should, however, ensure that the people on your photos are not identifiable or you have got permission to use those photos on your website or social accounts.<\/p>\n

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Which types of photos can you add to your business listing?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Logo<\/strong>: This is the photo that Google uses in a circle next to your business name on your Google Business Profile page.<\/p>\n

Cover photo<\/strong>: This is a photo that best represents your business. By setting the cover photo, you tell Google that you want this photo to be the first image for your business.<\/p>\n

Additional photos<\/strong>: Here you can select different photos that describe your business. For a restaurant, for example, Google has the following categories of images: 360\u00b0 view<\/a>, Interior, Exterior, Food and drink, Menu, and Team.<\/p>\n

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Which format should Google Business Profile photos have?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The resolution recommended by Google is at least 720 pixels wide by 720 pixels tall. The size should be between 10 KB and 5 MB, and the format \u2013 either a JPG or PNG.<\/p>\n

Do you want to know the photo requirements for Google Posts? Read here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/strong> Make sure that your photos are properly cropped. Google Business Profile photos show up as a square on mobile, tablets, and desktop.<\/p>\n

Upload the photos that perform well in both square and landscape format. If the important part of the image is in the middle, the photo will look good even if it gets cropped.<\/p>\n

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2. Add photos regularly<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Google\u2019s algorithm determines which businesses stay on top of search results. One of its criteria is whether a Google Business Profile listing is frequently updated. Also, customers would rather choose a business that has up-to-date information and photos.<\/p>\n

Google shows the latest photos in a separate tab and puts them in front (after All). On mobile, it\u2019s also written when the latest photo was added. Since the photos are displayed in chronological order (from newest to oldest), the recent photos seem to have an advantage.<\/p>\n

We recommend uploading photos regularly (every week if possible) and a variety of images<\/a>, including the exterior, interior, product, and staff photos. If you have multiple locations, it’s a good idea to upload photos unique to each location wherever possible.<\/p>\n

Google distinguishes between photos posted by the owner and by customers. If a business uploads the photos, they\u2019ll be tagged \u201cBy owner\u201d. When adding photos, you have better control over what users see when searching for your business. However, there is no guarantee that your own photos will be displayed more prominently.<\/p>\n

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How can you add photos to your Google Business Profile?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Adding photos is a simple process. Important is that you have access to your Google Business Profile. You can do it in Google Business Profile Manager or directly from Google Search or Google Maps.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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  1. Sign in to your <\/span>Google Business Profile<\/span><\/a> and open the location you\u2019d like to manage<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Choose the type of photo you\u2019d like to add and click “Add photos”.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Alternatively, you can search for your business on Google Search and click “Add photo”, or in <\/span>Google Maps, click “More” and then “Add photo”.<\/li>\n
  4. Select and upload your desired photo.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Businesses with ten or more locations can also add photos to their Google Business Profiles via a bulk upload spreadsheet<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Why might a photo not be approved in Google Business Profile?<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Possible reasons for image rejection in Google Business Profile can include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. New Listing:<\/b> If your business listing is new (less than 2 weeks old), Google might prevent you from publishing images initially.<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Copyrighted Images: <\/b>Google’s algorithm might detect duplicate or copyrighted images, causing them to be rejected. Removing any duplicates, watermarked, or copyrighted images and waiting two days before re-attempting the upload is advisable.<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Bug Issues:<\/b> There have been instances where images are marked as rejected but are eventually published within 24-48 hours, indicating potential bugs in the system.<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Quality Concerns: <\/b>All photos need to be of high quality without being blurry or too large. They should pass the <\/span>AI SafeSearch<\/span><\/a> evaluation.<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Text Overlays: <\/b>Avoid using images with excessive text or text overlays. Google prefers less than 10% of the image to be covered in the text, positioned along the edge.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      What to do if your photo is not approved on Google Business Profile?<\/b><\/h3>\n