Local SEO
Local Citation
A mention of a business's NAP information on another website, such as a directory.
CurrentLast updated: 2026-09-16
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Local SEOA local citation is an online mention of a business's Name, Address, and Phone number. Citations on relevant, trustworthy directories help Google verify business information. Consistency of NAP across citations matters more than the number of citations.
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