Deleting your GMB listing is simple and straightforward. We’ll walk you through the steps involved in deleting and permanently closing your Google My Business listing.

Note: Deleting your entry is not always the right solution. You can opt for different solutions. If you wish to delete a listing and do not wish to keep your reviews, photos, etc., follow the instructions below. If you want to get rid of a duplicate GMB listing and keep your reviews and other data, contact Google My Business support.

Steps to remove a Google My Business listing from Google search results

  1. Log in to your GMB dashboard.
  2. Go to the Information tab.
  3. Click on Mark as permanently closed.
  4. Check the information.
  5. Click on Close company.

Important considerations
Marking your business as permanently closed removes your business listing from Google’s local search results. However, your site may still appear in the regular organic results.