Local Citation & Directory Optimization

Priority Directories (Submit Consistent NAP):

  1. Google Business Profile (most critical)
  2. Bing Places for Business
  3. Apple Maps (Apple Business Connect)
  4. Yelp Business
  5. Facebook Business Page

Industry-Specific Directories:

  • Healthcare: Healthgrades, WebMD, Zocdoc
  • Legal: Avvo, Justia, FindLaw
  • Home Services: Angie's List, HomeAdvisor, Thumbtack

NAP Consistency Check: Every listing must have IDENTICAL:

  • Business name spelling
  • Address format
  • Phone number
  • Website URL

Example - Correct Consistency:

Site 1: Chicago Family Dental Center, 123 Main St, Chicago IL 60601
Site 2: Chicago Family Dental Center, 123 Main St, Chicago IL 60601  
Site 3: Chicago Family Dental Center, 123 Main St, Chicago IL 60601

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