Hello Google Team and Fellow Local Guides,

Hello Google Team and Fellow Local Guides,

My name is Faleh Alshahrani, and I’ve been a passionate contributor to Google Maps for many years. I dedicate a great deal of time and energy to enhancing the accuracy and value of the platform by:

Uploading high-quality, professional photos

Writing honest and detailed reviews

Correcting inaccurate or outdated information

Adding missing places and points of interest

My main goal has always been to help users—whether locals or travelers—find accurate and helpful information easily and reliably.

Despite my continued efforts and dedication, I have not received any moral or financial support or recognition from Google or the Local Guides program. I am writing this post with the hope that my situation will be considered from a perspective of appreciation and encouragement.

Supporting and recognizing highly active contributors would not only be a motivating gesture but also a great way to reinforce the spirit of community and collaboration that makes Google Maps such a powerful tool.

I sincerely value being part of this amazing platform, and I remain committed to contributing in the best way I can.

Thank you for your time and attention.

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Actually, I agree with you when it comes to encouragement and recognition of Local Guides all over the world. However As you know, it’s a voluntary job to contribute within this platform but at least, we hope that Google facilitates the opportunity for fair nomination of attending their annual forum [Local Guides Connect Live].
I’ve been contributing as a Google Local Guide for years with thousands of contributions and millions of views [Level 10] but unfortunately I couldn’t participate in this forum till now…Wishing you all the best !

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great contribution @fmf_84 I’m curious about the photos you’ve uploaded to Google Maps. Can you share a link to a place on Google Maps that you’ve uploaded photos to? Also, so that it fits your posting category “Google Maps Contribution Stories”

Regarding financial support, I would love for all of us Local Guides to fully realize that this is a voluntary activity. We do what we can, when we have spare time, and when our hearts are willing to do it without expecting anything in return!

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