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February 17, 20241 min read

Google Business Websites Are Shutting Down.

Is your business among the 22 million+ small businesses effected by this news...

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...And, is this really a cause for panic?

Starting March 1, 2024 websites created by Google Business Profiles will be turned off and customers visiting your site will be redirected to your Business Profile instead.

Well, that's not too bad, right?

Then, after only a few short weeks, on June 10, the redirect will stop. Visitors to the website URL will instead see the dreaded "404 Page Not Found" message.

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It is suggested that to continue having a website for your business, you could consider using a site builder, such as:

Digi-Haze Digital Marketing Agency understands the added burden this may put on your 'small' business. We can help!

Our fast-install WordPress website hosting can keep your site up & running with minimal downtime. Partnered with WordPress, Digi-Haze agents will ensure a secure transfer of your domain.

So, don't panic!

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No matter what hosting site you choose for your business, we ensure our clients' website is optimized for search engine ranking, and managed according to all your marketing needs.

Call today to discuss how to best navigate this oncoming change with the help of our Digi-Haze professionals.

Websites made with Google Business Profiles will be turned off soon - Google Business Profile Help. (n.d.). https://support.google.com/business/answer/14368911?hl=en#:~:text=Websites%20made%20with%20Google%20Business%20Profiles%20are%20basic%20websites%20powered,to%20your%20Business%20Profile%20instead.

Didi Gomez-Hayes is the Owner of Digi-Haze Digital Marketing Agency where she is determined to help local business owners to optimize their online presence, maximize brand awareness, and ultimately Be Seen in 'The Cloud'!

Didi Gomez-Hayes

Didi Gomez-Hayes is the Owner of Digi-Haze Digital Marketing Agency where she is determined to help local business owners to optimize their online presence, maximize brand awareness, and ultimately Be Seen in 'The Cloud'!

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