GBP media optimization: photo and video uploads that meet Google's requirements
Many profiles upload a few photos at setup and never touch the section again. According to Google, photos and videos help customers recognize your business and make the profile more attractive. I process and upload a full, varied set (logo, cover, interior, exterior, team, product), adapt one short video to Google's requirements, and add fresh media monthly. ₪540 one-time + ₪180/month.
Why GBP media matters
- ✓ A customer comparing businesses on Maps sees the photos first, and a clear photo of the place, the team or the product answers questions before they call
- ✓ Google recommends adding photos and videos as part of completing the profile and making it more attractive to customers
- ✓ Exterior and entrance photos help first-time customers find you
- ✓ Fresh media shows customers the business is active and current. Google publishes no official rule on upload frequency
The profile lets you upload a logo, a cover photo, interior and exterior photos, team, products and videos. Google's photo requirements: JPG or PNG, between 10 KB and 5 MB, recommended resolution of 720 by 720 pixels, in focus, well lit, and without heavy alterations or filters.
Videos have their own requirements: up to 30 seconds, up to 75 MB, and 720p resolution or higher. Most videos businesses shoot for social media are longer, so they need trimming and editing before upload.
The setup pass processes your existing photos, identifies what is missing, and uploads a varied set. One video edited from existing material is adapted to the requirements. A monthly refresh adds new photos so the profile reflects the business as it is today.
Full, varied photo set
30-50 photos covering logo, cover, interior, exterior, team, product and work in progress.
A video that meets the requirements
Edited from existing material (store walkthrough, work in progress, product showcase) to up to 30 seconds, 720p or higher, up to 75 MB.
Monthly refresh
5-10 new photos per month, outdated ones replaced, video swapped quarterly.
Customer photo monitoring
Customers upload their own photos to the profile. I monitor them and report any that violate Google policy.
How we work
- 1
Existing-photo audit
Review current photos on the profile, identify gaps, and decide what to replace.
- 2
Process and upload
Resize, check quality, and upload 30-50 photos plus one short video.
- 3
Customer photo monitoring
Regular checks of new customer photos, with policy-violation reporting.
- 4
Monthly refresh
5-10 new photos per month, quarterly video swap, monthly report.
GBP media optimization pricing
One-time covers processing and upload of the full set plus one adapted video. Recurring covers the monthly refresh.
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FAQ
Do I need a photographer?
Not always. Most businesses can work from existing photos, the ones already on the site, on Facebook or on your phone, after light processing. A professional photographer is worth it for restaurants, hospitality and retail, where the visual product is itself the buying decision.
Can my existing video work?
Usually yes, after editing. Google accepts videos of up to 30 seconds, up to 75 MB and 720p or higher, so a longer Reel or marketing video needs trimming. Real footage from the business works better than a slideshow.
What about negative customer photos?
Photos that violate Google's content policies, for example off-topic or offensive content, can be reported. Google decides whether to remove them, and a photo is not removed just because the business dislikes it.
Let us help
Send a message describing what you need and we will reply with a quote and recommended next step within an hour during business hours.
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