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Citation
Any online mention of your business name, address, and phone number, such as in a directory listing.
A citation is any online mention of your business name, address, and phone number, whether or not it includes a link. These appear in places like online directories, review sites, industry listings, and local chamber pages.
Consistent citations help confirm to search engines that your business is real and located where you say it is, which supports your local rankings. The two things that matter most are accuracy and consistency: the same details everywhere. Getting listed in reputable, relevant directories is a solid foundation for local SEO.
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