Google adds ‘Black-owned’ business attribute to local listings
The attribute can show when listings appear in Search and Maps and is part of several initiatives aimed at supporting Black business owners. Verified Google My Business profile owners in the U.S. can now add a Black-owned business attribute to their listings. Business attributes are highlighted as icons when customers view a business’ profile on mobile, as shown below. The new Black-owned business attribute. Source: Google. Why we care Google said it has seen “a surge in online searches for Black-owned businesses” in recent months — a period in which the Black…
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