What is a Local Citation?

A local citation is an online mention of a business’s identifying information, typically its name, address, and phone number, often called NAP information. Citations can appear in business directories, chambers of commerce, industry associations, local publications, mapping services, social profiles, and other trusted sources.

Citations help search engines and customers verify that a business exists and understand where and how it operates. Accuracy and consistency are important, particularly for businesses that move, change phone numbers, rebrand, merge locations, or operate multiple locations.

Not every directory is valuable. Businesses should prioritize authoritative, relevant, and locally meaningful sources rather than submitting information to hundreds of low-quality directories.

Citations are one component of local SEO, along with the website, Google Business Profile, reviews, local content, links, and geographic relevance.

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