It’s happened 2nd time . From unknown number and unknown person offered me to give 5 star reviews on google map. They simply send text on WhatsApp and ask for a review job !! For every review they offer 200 taka. It’s happened with every one ? Should I need to report it to any Google moderator? Should I need to take screenshots and send it to the guide connect? Confused a bit .I simply blocked the number and ask that person to stop requesting for unethical issues.
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Hello @CompuM
Yes !!! You should report that POI or local guide if you have their profile link. It is an unacceptable practice to offer rewards in cash or kind for a 5 star review.
We understand other local guides might have experienced this as well.
Thank you for sharing this with us. Please report them as necessary.
Happy guiding
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Hi @CompuM , welcome back to connect.
I am very sorry about your issue. However, for privacy reason, please to not post a screenshot here. Nut feel free to send me a private message here in Connect, and I will escalate the issue.
I also want to inform you that, as you are reporting an issue, I am changing your category to Google Maps tips & tricks - Local Guides Connect, where it fits better.
Thank you again
The number of local guides writing paid reviews on Google does not exceed 2%. Most of the 5 star reviews are written by the owner or his/her entourage. These reviews are usually made by accounts with 1 or 2 reviews. There is no text in the reviews. They are just 5 stars. The only difference from paid reviews is that they are not paid. Google needs to deal with these people instead of removing genuine critical comments.