Find GMB Categories for a Private investigator?

GMB Categories is one of the topmost ranking factors. Getting this correct will make a big difference for your ranking and traffic. In this article we go through how you can go about selecting the most relevant categories and services for your business.

It is very important you have more relevent and many categories. Google allow 1 primary category and 9 secondary categories. Here are some of the reasons you should do this:

• Adding all relevant categories can help Google identify what your business is about. This way Google can get your GBP to a wider audience.
• You will rank better with search terms that matches those particular categories.
• There is a strong positive correlation between having more categories and ranking better.
• All categories don't have the equal traffic. So finding the categories with good traffic and using that can greatly improve your traffic.
• Some primary categories allows you add add services, so having those will help you provide additional information to Google.
• Updating categories is one of those things where a fixed amount of work initially can provide a big increase in traffic during the life time of the GBP.

In this article, we help you with finding the best GMB Categories for your business and provide you data to make this informed decision. We also go through services you can add if your business is allowed to have services.

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What are the best categories if you are a Private investigator?

These are two methods by which you can find the best GMB Categories and Services for your business.

Please note that Method 1 provides raw data while Method 2 shown below provides very interactive and precise data. Click here to go directly to Method 2: Go to Method 2.

Method 1:

In method one, just use the data provided here to find the best GMB Categories and Services for your business.

Here are list of other catgeories you can add if you are a Private investigator.

Category list for Private investigator:

• Private investigator
• Security service
• Legal services
• Process server
• Fingerprinting service
• Polygraph service
• Bail bonds service
• Forensic consultant
• Notary public

Use these criteria to decide if one or more of the above can be added to your GMB. Please go through the above list with these criteria:

1. Relevance: Ensure the category closely matches your products or services.
2. Specificity: Choose a category that is as specific as possible to your core business.
3. Search Volume: Look at how often users are searching for that specific category or related keywords.
4. Competition: Analyze the competition within that category. If it’s highly competitive, ensure you have a robust strategy to stand out.
5. Compliance: Be mindful of Google’s guidelines, as selecting an irrelevant category may lead to penalties.
6. Customer Expectation: Think from a customer's point of view. Does the category define what they would be looking for?

All categories mentioned above is not available in every country, so I would suggest manually trying out these categories in your countries.

Similarly, these are the services you can add to the services for the category mentioned above.

Here are the services available for each categories mentioned above:

Service list for Private investigator: 

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Security service:

• Residential Security Systems, Commercial Security Systems, CCTV Installation, Alarm Monitoring, Access Control Systems, Video Surveillance, Intruder Alarm Systems, Fire Alarm Systems, Security System Maintenance, Security System Upgrades, Wireless Security Systems, Smart Home Security, Security System Integration, Remote Security Monitoring, 24/7 Security Patrols, Security Guard Services, Event Security, VIP Security Services, Bodyguard Services, Executive Protection, Security Consulting, Security Risk Assessment, Emergency Response Services, Security Training, Cybersecurity Solutions, Data Security Services, IT Security Consulting, Network Security, Security System Design, Security System Installation, Perimeter Security Solutions, Visitor Management Systems, Employee Security Screening, Background Checks, Loss Prevention, Retail Security, Warehouse Security, Construction Site Security, Mobile Security Patrols, Key Holding and Alarm Response, Parking Lot Security, School Security, Bank Security, Hospital Security, Hotel Security, Residential Community Security, Maritime Security, Aviation Security, Drone Security Surveillance, Security Equipment Sales, Security System Leasing

Legal services:

• Personal Injury Representation, Car Accident Claims, Slip and Fall Cases, Medical Malpractice Cases, Product Liability Claims, Workers Compensation Claims, Social Security Disability Representation, Wrongful Death Cases, Family Law Services, Divorce Representation, Child Custody Disputes, Child Support Cases, Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, Adoption Services, Estate Planning Services, Wills and Trusts, Probate Services, Elder Law Consultation, Power of Attorney Services, Guardianship Services, Conservatorship Services, Real Estate Law Services, Property Disputes, Landlord-Tenant Issues, Commercial Lease Agreements, Residential Lease Agreements, Title Searches, Boundary Disputes, Eminent Domain Cases, Employment Law Services, Workplace Discrimination Cases, Workplace Harassment Cases, Wrongful Termination Cases, Wage and Hour Disputes, Labor Law Consultation, Intellectual Property Law Services, Trademark Registration, Copyright Registration, Patent Application Services, Trade Secret Protection, Licensing Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Business Law Services, Business Formation, Contract Drafting and Review, Partnership Agreements, Buy-Sell Agreements, Business Succession Planning, Commercial Litigation Services, Debt Collection Assistance, Bankruptcy Consultation, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Process server:

• Process Serving, Skip Tracing, Court Filing, Document Retrieval, Witness Location, Background Checks, Legal Courier Services, Subpoena Services, Surveillance, Eviction Services, Mobile Notary, Foreclosure Services, Legal Document Preparation, Bank Levy Services, Child Support Process Serving, Divorce Process Serving, Asset Searches, Restraining Order Process Serving, Small Claims Process Serving, Vehicle Inspection Process Serving, Landlord Tenant Services, Writ of Execution, Writ of Garnishment, Writ of Possession, Civil Process Serving, Probate Process Serving, Worker's Compensation Process Serving, International Process Serving, Rush Process Serving, Same Day Process Serving, Electronic Document Filing, Temporary Restraining Order Process Serving, Unlawful Detainer Process Serving, Judgment Collection, Debtor Examination, Estate Process Serving, Guardianship Process Serving, Paternity Process Serving, Name Change Process Serving, Adoption Process Serving, Summons and Complaint Process Serving, Injunction Process Serving, Affidavit of Service Preparation, Litigation Support, Corporate Process Serving, Bankruptcy Process Serving, Foreclosure Eviction Process Serving, Mechanic's Lien Process Serving, Notice of Default Process Serving, Notice of Trustee Sale Process Serving

Fingerprinting service:

• Ink Fingerprinting, Live Scan Fingerprinting, FBI Background Checks, Fingerprint Card Scanning, Mobile Fingerprinting, Notary Public Services, Identity Verification, Biometric Services, Passport Photo Services, Visa Application Fingerprinting, Employment Background Checks, FDLE Background Checks, FINRA Fingerprinting, TSA PreCheck Enrollment, Clearance Fingerprinting, Security Guard Fingerprinting, Child ID Fingerprinting, Nursing License Fingerprinting, Real Estate License Fingerprinting, Fingerprint Archiving, Police Clearance Certificate, Fingerprinting for Adoption, Hazardous Materials Fingerprinting, MorphoTrust Fingerprinting, Electronic Fingerprinting, Digital Fingerprinting, Name Change Fingerprinting, Professional License Fingerprinting, Caregiver Background Checks, Fingerprinting for Volunteers, Immigration Services Fingerprinting, Fingerprinting for Firearms License, Fingerprinting for Security Clearance, Fingerprinting for Child Care Workers, International Fingerprinting Services, Temporary Work Visa Fingerprinting, Fingerprinting for Teachers, Fingerprinting for Insurance Agents, Fingerprinting for Contractors, Fingerprinting for Medical Professionals, Fingerprinting for Financial Services, Fingerprinting for Government Employees, Fingerprinting for Legal Professionals, Fingerprinting for Non-Profit Organizations, Fingerprinting for Home Health Care Providers, Fingerprinting for Foster Parents, Fingerprinting for Gaming Industry, Fingerprinting for Department of Defense, Fingerprinting for Nursing Homes, Fingerprinting for Private Investigations

Polygraph service:

• Lie Detection Testing, Polygraph Examination, Pre-Employment Screening, Post-Conviction Polygraph Testing, Infidelity Polygraph Testing, Criminal Defense Polygraph Testing, Civil Litigation Polygraph Testing, Workplace Theft Polygraph Testing, Sex Offender Monitoring, Child Custody Polygraph Testing, Witness Credibility Assessment, Polygraph Examiner Training, Polygraph Equipment Sales, Drug & Alcohol Abuse Screening, Polygraph Expert Witness Services, Immigration Credibility Assessment, Insurance Fraud Polygraph Testing, Forensic Interviewing, Polygraph Consultation, Polygraph Test Preparation, Law Enforcement Polygraph Support, Statement Analysis Services, Domestic Violence Polygraph Testing, Missing Person Investigation Support, Corporate Espionage Polygraph Testing, Background Investigation Services, Employee Misconduct Polygraph Testing, Polygraph Examiner Certification, Polygraph Equipment Repair, Polygraph Test Analysis, Polygraph Examiner Licensing, Polygraph Test Retesting, Mobile Polygraph Services, Polygraph Test Result Verification, Online Polygraph Test Scheduling, Polygraph Examination for Athletes, Political Candidate Polygraph Testing, Polygraph Services for Private Investigators, Polygraph Testing for Media Personalities, Polygraph Test for Security Clearance, Employee Loyalty Polygraph Testing, Polygraph Examiner Recertification, Polygraph Test for Professional Licensing, Polygraph Equipment Calibration, Polygraph Test for Adoption Screening, Polygraph Examiner Continuing Education, Polygraph Association Membership, Polygraph Test for Military Personnel, Polygraph Examiner Insurance, Polygraph Test for Public Officials

Bail bonds service:

• 24 Hour Bail Bonds, Fast Bail Bond Approval, Confidential Bail Bonds, Bail Bond Payment Plans, Free Bail Bond Consultation, Bail Bond Financing, Nationwide Bail Bonds, Immigration Bail Bonds, Federal Bail Bonds, State Bail Bonds, Misdemeanor Bail Bonds, Felony Bail Bonds, Traffic Bail Bonds, Domestic Violence Bail Bonds, Drug Offense Bail Bonds, DUI Bail Bonds, Weapons Charges Bail Bonds, Bail Bond Warrant Checks, Bail Bond Application Assistance, Bail Bond Document Notarization, Inmate Search Assistance, Jail Release Assistance, Court Date Reminders, Bail Bond Reinstatement, Bail Bond Co-signer Assistance, Post-Conviction Bail Bonds, Bail Reduction Assistance, Bail Bond Revocation Assistance, Bail Bond Forfeiture Assistance, Bail Enforcement Services, Bail Recovery Services, Surety Bail Bonds, Cash Bail Bonds, Collateral Bail Bonds, Property Bail Bonds, Signature Bail Bonds, Transfer Bail Bonds, Emergency Bail Bonds, Mobile Bail Bonds, Bail Bond Extensions, Bail Bond Referral Services, Bail Bond Information Resources, Bail Bond Court Liaison, Jail Visitation Assistance, Inmate Advocacy Services, Inmate Transportation Services, Fugitive Recovery Services, Bail Bond Negotiation Assistance, Bail Bond Appeal Assistance, Bail Bond Exoneration Assistance, Bail Bond Reimbursement Assistance

Forensic consultant:

• Crime Scene Analysis, Forensic DNA Analysis, Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, Forensic Toxicology Services, Digital Forensics, Forensic Anthropology Consultation, Fingerprint Analysis, Firearm and Ballistics Examination, Forensic Document Examination, Forensic Entomology Services, Forensic Odontology Consultation, Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology, Forensic Serology Services, Forensic Victimology Consultation, Forensic Computer Investigation, Mobile Device Forensics, Social Media Forensics, Vehicle Accident Reconstruction, Forensic Engineering Consultation, Forensic Accounting Services, Environmental Forensics, Forensic Geology Consultation, Forensic Hair and Fiber Analysis, Forensic Meteorology Services, Forensic Pathology Consultation, Forensic Chemistry Services, Forensic Radiology Consultation, Forensic Video and Audio Analysis, Forensic Linguistics Services, Criminal Profiling, Child Custody Evaluations, Forensic Hypnosis Services, Forensic Genetic Genealogy Consultation, Polygraph Examination Services, Handwriting Analysis, Forensic Nursing Consultation, Forensic Social Work, Forensic Meteorology Consultation, Forensic Botany Services, Forensic Archaeology Consultation, Forensic Art and Facial Reconstruction, Forensic Palynology Services, Forensic Zoology Consultation, Forensic Taphonomy Services, Forensic Microscopy Consultation, Forensic Audio Enhancement, Crime Scene Photography, Expert Witness Testimony, Forensic Training and Education, Forensic Case Review and Consultation

Notary public:

• Notary Services, Mobile Notary Services, Notarization of Documents, Notary Signing Agent, Loan Document Notarization, Affidavit Notarization, Power of Attorney Notarization, Notarized Letters, Certified Copy Notarization, Translation Document Notarization, Vehicle Title Notarization, I-9 Verification, Living Trust Notarization, Last Will and Testament Notarization, Estate Planning Notarization, Trust Document Notarization, Real Estate Document Notarization, Deed of Trust Notarization, Marriage License Notarization, Prenuptial Agreement Notarization, Divorce Document Notarization, Notarized Consent Forms, Notarized Medical Forms, Travel Consent Notarization, Notarized Parental Consent, Passport Document Notarization, Visa Document Notarization, Apostille Services, Notary Public Classes, Remote Online Notarization, Electronic Notarization, Business Document Notarization, Notarized Employment Forms, Notarized Rental Agreements, Notarized Eviction Notices, Promissory Note Notarization, Notarized Bill of Sale, Adoption Document Notarization, Notarized Depositions, Notarized Testimonies, Notarized Affirmations, Notarized Oaths, Notarized Acknowledgements, Notarized Jurats, Notarized Proofs of Execution, Notarized Proofs of Identity, Notarized Proofs of Residency, Notarized Immigration Documents, Notarized School Documents, Notarized Guardianship Forms, Notarized Petition Documents, Notarized Court Forms

All categories dont have the option to add services, so if you have this option only then add these services mentioned above. Also make sure first that these are services you offer before adding them. Add the one you think is relevant one after the other.

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