Watch this Instagram video. And let me know if you think this is okay?
Making the QR code is really piece of cake. Anyone can do that based of the URL to write a review for the business.
My concern is his use of the Google logo in color at the top of his plastic sign. I bet he did not get permission to use that.
Maybe he also programmed an NFC chip inside the sign to open the link so customers don’t need to open their camera.
What do you think?
Credit to rivleydigital for the video.
Also, take a look at this sneaky guy:
This is not okay in my opinion. Hiding 1-3 star reviews is rating manipulation.
What do you think?
Hey Morten, great catch. Both of these are definitely crossing the line. Using the official Google logo to sell commercial products is a clear violation right off the bat. But that second video is honestly even worse. Filtering out the 1-3 star reviews is straight-up rating manipulation and completely ruins the genuine trust we all try to build on Maps. Really glad you brought this up!