Overview

• Google Maps will now flag business profiles that have hosted fake reviews with a warning message.
• Businesses found violating Google's Fake Engagement policy may have their existing reviews removed temporarily.
• New reviews and ratings may be blocked for businesses that have engaged in fake review practices.
• The policy, initially rolled out in the UK, has been updated to apply globally, though warnings are currently visible only in the UK.
• Businesses can appeal Google's actions, but warnings about fake reviews will remain during the appeal process.