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For the reappeal, you have to use this form: https://support.google.com/business/workflow/13569690?visit_id=638379062956296171-2278161525&p=manage_appeals&rd=1 Good luck!

The restricted user should have received an email advising that their account was suspended/disabled. The reasons why could be many things from spammy behavior, to reporting business profiles, to Google Ads supension, etc

As mentioned in the email, one of the users associated with the profiles had their Google account restricted (suspended), which in turn affected all Google Business Profiles linked to that user.

This month, I’ve seen a noticeable increase in clients needing reinstatement for suspended GBPs, which likely means the Spam and Quality Team has made some tweaks to the algorithm.

PO Boxes, virtual addresses, and coworking spaces are generally not eligible. For coworking spaces, Google requires a private office with visible signage. Given these constraints, you're likely better off registering as a Service Area Business using your home address. The address will be hidden...

You can only merge if the business name, address, phone number match exactly. Technically, this merging a practitioner profile with a clinic goes against Google’s guidelines, as the reviews are considered to belong to the individual practitioner and not the clinic

Someone already made the first appeal, so the next step is to re-appeal using the re-appeal form.

You’ll need to submit substantial supporting evidence that clearly shows the business name and address, as Google has become increasingly strict with appeals for suspended or disabled Business Profiles.

They’ll need more substantial evidence, for example, utility bills would be helpful. Also, it’s important to review the GBP guidelines to ensure they’re fully compliant with all the requirements

To reappeal you will have to use this form: https://support.google.com/business/contact/local_appeals If they deny the reappeal, then you can try the GBP community forum

it could be a suspension bug, competitors or one of the users could have been flagged

For Location 1, ensure the business name and address match exactly between the business profile and documentation, and that most citations are updated before the reappeal. For Location 2, you can still visit the GBP Community Forum.

Nope, you may ask for live verification video call with an agent if you have issues with the video verification

Related businesses with business profiles at the same address is usually a no-no from Google. Make sure the GBP is fully compliant with the guidelines and get the request evidence on the reappeal form: https://support.google.com/business/contact/local_appeals If the reappeal is denied, the...

Yes, it is likely to get suspended or disabled as it is in a residential area