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pompero99 last edited by

Hi everybody, today i saw something in google when i searched "Blablacar", a company social to share places in cars. I saw, they are in google places, that is a correct way? What does google think about this?

Thanks so much.
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MiriamEllis Subject Expert last edited by
Hi Pompero99,

I believe you're asking if it's okay for non-local businesses to have Google+ Local pages. The answer is no. In order to be eligible for a Google+ Local page a business must:
1. Make in-person contact with its customers
2. Have a physical street address
3. Have a local phone number
If a business can't say 'yes' to all 3 points, then it does not qualify.

If I've misunderstood your question, please let me know.
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