Local SEO
Local Pack
The map-based section of Google search results showing three local businesses for location-based queries.
CurrentLast updated: 2026-09-16
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Local SEOThe local pack is the map-based section of Google search results that shows three local businesses for location-based queries. It appears above or within organic results for queries with local intent. Ranking in the local pack depends on relevance, distance, and prominence.
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