Google Business Profile Post Character Count Limit [Updated 2026]

Google Business Profile Post Character Count Limit [Updated 2026]

What is the character limit for Google Business Profile posts in 2026? Here are the current limits and tips for writing posts that attract local customers.

The character limit for a Google Business Profile post is 1,500 characters.

Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) posts appear directly in Google Search and Maps results for your business. These posts are a powerful but often overlooked tool for local visibility.

Character limits on Google Business Profile

Content typeLimit
Post body1,500 characters
Business description750 characters
Review reply4,096 characters
Q&A answer1,000 characters
Business name100 characters

Post visibility

Google Business posts appear in the “Updates” section of your business listing on Google Search and Maps. The first ~100 characters show as a preview. Posts remain visible for about 6 months, though they get pushed down as you add new ones.

Types of Google Business posts

  1. Updates — general announcements and news
  2. Offers — promotions with optional start/end dates and coupon codes
  3. Events — upcoming events with dates and details

Each type supports a CTA button (Book, Order Online, Learn More, Sign Up, Call Now, Get Offer).

Tips for Google Business posts

  1. Post regularly — fresh posts signal an active business to Google
  2. Include keywords — local search terms help your listing rank
  3. Add a CTA button — direct users to take action (book, call, visit website)
  4. Use images — posts with photos get significantly more engagement
  5. Keep it short — while you have 1,500 characters, posts under 300 characters tend to perform better for local businesses

Character limit in BulkPublish

BulkPublish enforces the 1,500-character limit for Google Business Profile posts. You can also configure the CTA type and destination URL when composing.