{"id":2881,"date":"2024-11-27T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/?p=2881"},"modified":"2025-01-23T11:41:26","modified_gmt":"2025-01-23T11:41:26","slug":"how-to-remove-an-old-google-business-profile-step-by-step","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/2024\/11\/27\/how-to-remove-an-old-google-business-profile-step-by-step\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove an Old Google Business Profile: Step-by-Step"},"content":{"rendered":"  \r\n<style>\r\n  .wpj-jtoc.--jtoc-theme-original-dark {\r\n      --jtoc-numeration-suffix: \". \";    }<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div id=\"wpj-jtoc\" class=\"wpj-jtoc wpj-jtoc--main --jtoc-the-content --jtoc-theme-original-dark --jtoc-title-align-left --jtoc-toggle-icon --jtoc-toggle-position-right --jtoc-toggle-1 --jtoc-has-numeration --jtoc-header-as-toggle --jtoc-has-custom-styles --jtoc-is-folded --jtoc-animate\" >\r\n  <!-- TOC -->\r\n  <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toc \" >\r\n              <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header-main\">\r\n                    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--title\">\r\n                        <span class=\"wpj-jtoc--title-label\">Table of contents<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n                                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-wrap\">\r\n                                                          <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-box\">\r\n                  <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle\"><\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                          <\/div>\r\n                  <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--body\">\r\n            <nav class=\"wpj-jtoc--nav\">\r\n        <ol class=\"wpj-jtoc--items\"><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#why-delete-an-old-google-business-profile\" title=\"Why Delete an Old Google Business Profile?\" data-numeration=\"1\" >Why Delete an Old Google Business Profile?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#how-to-remove-an-old-google-business-profile-step-by-step-process\" title=\"How to Remove an Old Google Business Profile: Step-by-Step Process\" data-numeration=\"2\" >How to Remove an Old Google Business Profile: Step-by-Step Process<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#step-1-sign-in-to-google-business-profile-manager\" title=\"Step 1: Sign In to Google Business Profile Manager\" data-numeration=\"3\" >Step 1: Sign In to Google Business Profile Manager<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#step-2-select-the-correct-profile\" title=\"Step 2: Select the Correct Profile\" data-numeration=\"4\" >Step 2: Select the Correct Profile<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#step-3-go-to-business-information\" title=\"Step 3: Go to Business Information\" data-numeration=\"5\" >Step 3: Go to Business Information<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#step-4-remove-business-profile\" title=\"Step 4: Remove Business Profile\" data-numeration=\"6\" >Step 4: Remove Business Profile<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#step-5-choose-appropriate-option\" title=\"Step 5: Choose Appropriate Option\" data-numeration=\"7\" >Step 5: Choose Appropriate Option<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#step-6-confirm-your-action\" title=\"Step 6: Confirm your action\" data-numeration=\"8\" >Step 6: Confirm your action<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#things-to-note\" title=\"Things to Note\" data-numeration=\"9\" >Things to Note<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#alternative-mark-as-permanently-closed\" title=\"Alternative: Mark as Permanently Closed\" data-numeration=\"10\" >Alternative: Mark as Permanently Closed<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#what-does-a-removal-do\" title=\"What does a removal do?\" data-numeration=\"11\" >What does a removal do?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#troubleshooting-common-issues\" title=\"Troubleshooting Common Issues\" data-numeration=\"12\" >Troubleshooting Common Issues<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#best-practices\" title=\"Best Practices\" data-numeration=\"13\" >Best Practices<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\" data-numeration=\"14\" >Conclusion<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                        <a href=\"#contact\" title=\"Contact:\" data-numeration=\"15\" >Contact:<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div><\/li><\/ol>      <\/nav>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the modern digital era, businesses of all scales have to be able to manage their online presence. This may sometimes require deleting an outdated or duplicate version of your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/\">Google Business Profile<\/a><\/strong>, formerly known as Google My Business. This post will outline how to remove an old Google Business Profile and how to keep your information online fresh and accurate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"why-delete-an-old-google-business-profile\">Why Delete an Old Google Business Profile?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before detailing the steps, let&rsquo;s look at why you would want to delete an old profile:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business closed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duplicates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outdated information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rebrand or moving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merger or acquisition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"how-to-remove-an-old-google-business-profile-step-by-step-process\">How to Remove an Old Google Business Profile: Step-by-Step Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"step-1-sign-in-to-google-business-profile-manager\">Step 1: Sign In to Google Business Profile Manager<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to business.google.com<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log in with your Google account that is linked to the business profile<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"step-2-select-the-correct-profile\">Step 2: Select the Correct Profile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you have several locations, click to select which profile you want to remove.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"step-3-go-to-business-information\">Step 3: Go to Business Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click &ldquo;Info&rdquo; in the left-hand menu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll to bottom of the page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"step-4-remove-business-profile\">Step 4: Remove Business Profile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click &ldquo;Remove Business Profile&rdquo;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click &ldquo;Close or remove this business&rdquo;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"step-5-choose-appropriate-option\">Step 5: Choose Appropriate Option<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now you will be presented with two options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&ldquo;Permanently close this business&rdquo;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&ldquo;Remove this listing from Google&rdquo;<br>Select the one that applies to your scenario.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"step-6-confirm-your-action\">Step 6: Confirm your action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow the wizard to confirm that this is indeed your action. Google may ask additional questions to validate your request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"things-to-note\">Things to Note<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Permanent Action<\/strong>: Removing a profile permanently removes it. You have to be very sure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verification<\/strong>: Google may require further steps to ensure that you are authorized to remove that profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Waiting Period<\/strong>: It may take a few days for changes to reflect on all Google services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"alternative-mark-as-permanently-closed\">Alternative: Mark as Permanently Closed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to keep the history of the profile but indicate that the business is no longer in operation, do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Follow steps 1-3 above<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In place of removing, select &ldquo;Mark as permanently closed&rdquo;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The profile will appear but will be clearly marked as closed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"what-does-a-removal-do\">What does a removal do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The profile will no longer appear on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/iLnJs1hXQGFrD7K18\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/iLnJs1hXQGFrD7K18\">Google Search and Maps<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The connected reviews and photos are removed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connected Google Ads campaigns may not work properly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"troubleshooting-common-issues\">Troubleshooting Common Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Can&rsquo;t delete<\/strong>: Check to see that you&rsquo;re an owner or manager of the profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Error messages<\/strong>: Check your internet connection and try again sometime later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Profile reappears<\/strong>: If, for whatever reason, the profile is showing up again after deletion, contact Google Support directly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"best-practices\">Best Practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tell your customers in advance that you will be closing down or making changes prior to deleting the profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delete any other listings that you may have placed on online directories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document your Google Business Profile information and keep it for future use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you follow these steps, deleting an old Google Business Profile will become pretty simple. Note that this is permanent and that one should think about the effects before taking action. You have to make sure to maintain your online presence accurately so people could see the correct information when searching for your business.For businesses looking to make less tedious their online reputation management, consider the use of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/\">Wooflo Pro<\/a><\/strong>. Our complete online platform will support you in the management of your Google Business Profile and all other listings, ensuring that your business information remains the latest and most accurate across the web.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading joli-heading jtoc-heading\" id=\"contact\"><strong>Contact<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:info@wooflo.pro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">info@wooflo.pro<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone: +33751209253<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address: 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ, UK<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/wooflo.pro<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In the modern digital era, businesses of all scales have to be able to manage their online presence.&hellip;","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3105,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[139,133,138,135,140,137,132,136,134,3,5],"tags":[143,191,162,221,174,188,141,151,250,229],"class_list":["post-2881","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-brand-monitoring","category-business-development","category-crisis-management","category-growth-strategies","category-industry-case-studies","category-online-branding","category-reputation","category-reputation-repair","category-seo-tactics","category-technology","category-trends","tag-choosing-the-right-tone-ask-for-customer-reviews-like-a-pro","tag-customer-journey","tag-customer-reviews","tag-gmb-profile","tag-gmb-reviews","tag-google-posts","tag-online-reviews","tag-review-management","tag-reviews","tag-reviews-and-customer","cs-entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2881","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2881"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2881\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2884,"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2881\/revisions\/2884"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3105"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2881"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2881"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wooflo.pro\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2881"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}