# Local Citation Guide: Keeping Business Information Consistent

Canonical: https://fl.gmbmanagementusa.com/resources/local-citation-guide/
Updated: 2026-10-13
Publisher: GMB Management USA

What citations are and how to keep your business details consistent across directories.


## What is a citation?

A citation is a mention of your business details, usually name, address and phone number, on another website such as a directory.


## Why consistency matters

Conflicting details confuse customers and make it harder to confirm which information is correct.


## How to audit

- Make a list of your official business details
- Search for your business name and phone number
- Record each listing and what it says
- Correct or claim listings that are wrong
- Remove or merge duplicates

## Quality over quantity

A smaller number of accurate, relevant listings is better than a large number of poor ones.