Hard suspension

Shared office / virtual address

Google enforces that the listed address is a real, staffed location open to customers. Shared or virtual addresses are flagged automatically.

Signals you're hit by this

  • Address is a coworking floor, Regus suite, or virtual office provider.
  • Multiple businesses verified to the same suite number.

Remediation

  1. If you genuinely operate from a private, signposted suite within the building, appeal with photos of your suite door, signage, and a lease.
  2. Otherwise, switch to a service-area model and clear the address.

Prevention

  • Avoid virtual offices for GBP. Use a service area if you don't have a real storefront.

Other suspension reasons

Free to cite with a link back.

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