Adding high-quality visuals to your Google Business Profile significantly boosts visibility and engagement. According to Google, businesses with photos receive:
42% more requests for directions
35% more click-throughs to their websites
Are twice as likely to attract interest
Here’s your complete guide to choosing, optimizing, and uploading the right visuals.
📸 What Type of Visual Content to Post
Content Type | What to Include |
Storefront & Interior | Showcase your entrance, inside space, seating, and ambiance |
Products & Services | Highlight bestsellers, featured services, and displays |
Staff in Action | Photos of your team at work — adds personality and trust |
Customer Interactions | Happy customers, testimonials, and real-life experiences |
Seasonal & Events | New products, holiday décor, sales, or community events |
✅ Best Practices for Visuals
Do This | Why It Matters |
Use High-Quality Images | Clear, high-resolution photos improve professionalism and engagement |
Use Descriptive Filenames | Improves image indexing and SEO (e.g., |
Keep It Authentic | Real photos resonate more than stock photos |
Update Regularly | Signals that your business is active and in tune with the season |
Show Faces & Activity | Helps users connect emotionally with your business |
Use Natural Lighting | Creates a welcoming and polished look without filters |
❌ What to Avoid
Don’t Do This | Reason |
❌ Use stock images | Appears generic and less trustworthy |
❌ Over-edit or over-filter photos | Can mislead or look unprofessional |
❌ Include watermarks or ads | Distracts from your business and violates Google's image guidelines |
❌ Misrepresent your business | Accuracy is key to trust and avoiding negative feedback |
❌ Upload cluttered or unfocused images | Keep it clean and visually understandable |
📐 Image Upload Requirements
Parameter | Specification |
Format | JPG or PNG |
File Size | Between 10 KB and 5 MB |
Recommended Resolution | At least 720 x 720 px (square), or 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio |
Cropping | Use Mobal’s built-in crop tool before uploading |
Quality | In focus, well-lit, no excessive filters or edits |
🎥 Video Upload Requirements
Parameter | Specification |
Max Duration | 30 seconds |
Max File Size | 75 MB |
Resolution | 720p or higher |
📌 Pro Tip: Use the “Media” section in Mobal to upload, crop, reorder, and manage your visuals easily across all your business profiles.
🔐 Compliance Reminder
All photos and videos must follow Google’s content policy.
Avoid anything offensive, misleading, or unrelated to your business.
👇 Final Checklist
✅ Real, high-quality photos
✅ Seasonal or event-specific updates
✅ No stock, ads, or watermarks
✅ Optimized filenames for SEO
✅ Cropped and resized to recommended dimensions
Need help choosing the right visuals or editing them in Mobal?
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