Google Business Profile (previously called Google My Business) is a great way of presenting your business in front of customers that want to learn about your brand and find out more about their decision to buy from you or go to your venue. A Google Business Profile has one special feature that increases the popularity of the business to a greater extent, and that’s uploading photos that give customers knowledge about what your business looks like. Yet, one of the biggest issues that owners face is the annoying aspect of photo rejection. So if your photos for Google Business are being denied, this blog will discuss why as well as providing solutions on how to make your images fall in line with Google’s standards.

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Top Reasons for Google Business Photos Rejection

• Google Content Policy Violation: Google has very strict content policies that regulate what type of content can be on its platform. Photos that contain inappropriate, violent, misleading, or offensive content will be rejected.
• Google doesn’t like low-quality or blurry images: You should upload images that are high in quality and that display your business perfectly. (A pixelated, blurry, or otherwise dark image can be marked for deletion.)
• Image Format or Size Incorrect: Google validates images uploaded to their VERY specific JPG or JPG format with a recommended minimum resolution of 720 pixels wide and 720 pixels tall. Photos not within these specifications may be rejected.
• Text, Watermarks, or Logos on Images: Google discourages images having too much text, promotional messages, watermarks, or logos. This includes pictures that have these factors, which will cause these to be rejected.
• Stock Photos or Copyrighted Images: Using stock photos or images you don’t own the rights to is against Google’s policy. You should only be posting original photography and it should be in keeping with your business.
• General or Misleading Images: Photos should be a true reflection of your business and premises. Images that are generic or unrelated to your industry may be removed.
• Too Much Editing or Filters: Pictures that have been generally edited excessively, whether that be simply too much light or contrast or applied an application that isn’t genuinely capable of rejection. Authenticity is important to Google, so authentic-looking photos are best.
• Duplicate Images: The image cannot be the same as the submitted previous submission. Every photo must be unique and add value to your profile.

How to Avoid Google Business Photo Rejections:

• Comply with Google’s Image Guidelines: Your images should meet the Google Business Profile guidelines.
• Upload High-Quality and Well-Lit Pictures: Get clear and well-lit pictures using a camera or smartphone.
• Post Relevant Images: Images should reflect your business accurately, e.g. storefronts, interiors, team members, products, etc.
• Avoid Excessive Editing – Do not write texts, do not put watermarks, do not apply filters.
• Use the Right Image Format: Use JPG or PNG format images and at the right resolution.
• Update Your Photos Often: No one wants to see the same old photographs, so keep your page up-to-date with current visuals that would represent your business well.

Conclusion:

Google Business photos are important for Maven to attract customers and strengthen its digital presence. Photo rejections: If your photos are being rejected, review Google’s guidelines and make sure you’re compliant to avoid future problems. You can improve your overall business profile and build a great online presence for new customers by publishing high-quality, relevant, and authentic images. If you want your photos to be approved quickly, make sure to follow the above-listed best practices.