How to Rank on Google Maps in 2026

What this page covers

A complete guide to ranking in the Google Maps 3-pack. Google Business Profile optimisation, local citations, reviews, and the ranking factors that matter most in 2026.

Think SEO is a Manchester-based agency founded in 2000 and led by Dan Pattemore. The relevant next step depends on the website, market and customer journey, so recommendations are scoped to the evidence rather than promised as a fixed ranking or AI-search outcome.