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    Share your world as a Local Guide

    Make an impact on your community

    Being a Local Guide is simple. By sharing reviews, photos and information about the places you visit on Google Maps, you help people everywhere find what they need to explore the world.

    Everyone can contribute

    Tap Contribute in the Google Maps app to get started.

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    Ways to share
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    Write a review

    Post honest reviews of the places you visit to help people everywhere make the best decisions on where to go.
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    Add a photo

    Add photos and videos to help people understand the vibe of the places you’ve been.
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    Update the facts

    Keep facts about places and businesses fresh by suggesting updates like open status, hours, phone numbers or website links.
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    Add a missing place

    Share the hidden gems you’ve discovered by adding new businesses or local landmarks to the map.
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    Update the map

    Help people confidently get where they're going by adding missing roads, updating road closures and more.

    Earn points, level up and unlock benefits

    Every contribution you make earns you points. Collecting points helps you reach new levels and unlock special benefits like early access to new Google features.
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    Connect with a global community

    Connect with fellow explorers who are passionate about sharing their experiences, knowledge and discoveries on the Local Guides forum.
    Visit Local Guides Connect

    Stay in the loop

    Sign up for newsletters and to hear about priority feature access, events, and updates on how your contributions help others.

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    Find more information about Local Guides on our Help Center

    See how Local Guides make an impact

    • Anywhere in the world

      How one Local Guide champions small businesses

      Christina Mantas uses Google Maps to support local favorites through thoughtful reviews and photos. From ice cream stands to bookstores, she helps others discover hidden gems and showcases what makes each business special.

    • La Maddalena, Italy

      Using Google Maps to showcase La Maddalena

      Local Guide Marco Davoli maps trails, coves, and hidden gems of La Maddalena National Park, helping visitors from around the world explore its natural beauty.

    • Dominican Republic

      Celebrating Dominican heritage on Google Maps

      Local Guide Maricha Soza uses Google Maps to connect people with culture by mapping remote areas of the Dominican Republic and highlighting its rich heritage.

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