Google Maps SEO helps local businesses appear in “near me” searches by optimizing Google Business Profiles, local keywords, reviews, and proximity signals. Strong Maps visibility drives high-intent traffic, footfall, and calls from users ready to act.Ahrefs contributor Si Quan Ong has published an article featuring five proven strategies to rank higher in Google Maps SEO.He says, “Nearly 90% of consumers use Google Maps, and 46% of all Google searches have local intent. If you’re not showing up in the Local Pack, you’re invisible to a massive segment... [...]