What are the bonuses, prizes and benefits to reach higher levels like Level 8?
@Freedman Local Guides is a voluntary program with no financial reward. Currently there aren’t any bonuses, prizes and perks to reach higher levels like Level 8 or higher. There are virtual badges in the Maps app and in LG Connect that one can earn.
However, once a while, there could be small perks provided to help motivate contributors. Sometimes perks could be announced in LG Connect, so stay active here. And sometimes announced through email.
To set email notification for perks, contributions, product updates etc, head to https://maps.google.com/localguides/home/settings
And you can have a look at this post also which many of the current/previous perks, you can check the details under each link and note the expiry/end date of each
https://www.localguidesconnect.com/t5/General-Discussion/Repository-of-lists-of-Perks-for-Local-Guides/m-p/643236/highlight/true#M179651
Hi @Freedman ,
Thanks for sharing your question!
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That said, sometimes perks are available and it will vary from time to time and from region to region. It depends on who the Google partners are. We are always working in finding new perks and promotions that can be interesting for the community. There may also be special and/or early access to Google features. You can read more about it on the official support page Get Organized.
Keep in mind, Local Guides is a voluntary program and many people participate in it because they want to be able to help others via the Google Maps platform. You can read more - “Why be a Local Guide?”
Thank you very much for your explanation.
Hi @AlexaAC
Thanks for your guidance.