Reclaim your Google Business Profile with GBP SEO
What Is Reclaiming Your Google Business Profile?
Reclaiming your Google Business Profile means getting full access and control of your GBP. It is key to managing your GBP. You are obliged to claim back your business when you lose access to your GBP. It could be due to reasons like losing or changing credentials like email address, accidentally removing the GBP, no one claiming the live business, ownership not transferred from previous owner and so on.
Why Should You Reclaiming Your Google Business?
- You will only get complete access to your GBP account when you claim it.
- To manage your online reputation and make sure the business is not claimed by people outside business.
- To keep you GBP secure
- To optimize and manage your GBP with regular posts and Google Map Ads.
Reclaim Your Google Business Profile
Get assistance from our GBP experts and reclaim your Google Business Profile. Our experienced team helps you get full access to your GBP so you can manage and secure your GBP.
FAQ on Reclaiming GBP
Why would I need to reclaim my Google Business Profile (GBP)?
You may need to reclaim your GBP if it’s currently controlled by a competitor, a former employee, an old agency, or a previous business owner. Without ownership, you can’t update information, respond to reviews, or optimize your profile. You will be losing new customers.
How long does the GBP ownership recovery process take?
Typically, it takes 7–15 days for Google to process a GBP ownership transfer request. However, if there’s no response or the request is denied, the process may take longer and require escalation through Google Support.
What happens if the current GBP owner denies my ownership request?
If the request is denied, we can escalate the case to Google Support. Google will ask for proof of business ownership including commercial license, utility bill with the right address, business lease agreement, rental agreement etc.
Can I still access my GBP if the current owner doesn’t respond?
Yes. If the current owner does not respond within Google’s timeframe, we can submit an escalation request. Google will manually review the case and may transfer ownership after verifying your business credentials.
What are the documents needed to prove my business ownership to Google?
You may submit a variety of documents as a proof but the following are some important documents for Google to make a quick decision and change the ownership to you.
- Commercial License
- Utility bills to the business address in your name
- Lease or Rental agreement for the location.
Will I lose existing business reviews and photos when reclaiming my GBP?
No, when the ownership is transferred you will have all the data which is available on the existing GBP.
Can I reclaim my GBP if I previously worked with an agency that still controls it?
This is the worst part of agencies blackmailing clients. Yes, if the agency doesn’t respond or deny the ownership then we will escalate to Google.
What to do next if Google decides not to transfer ownership?
In rare cases where both parties present valid claims, Google may not interfere. In such situations, we help you create new GBP profile and update your business.
