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Local schema markup guide

Structured data helps search engines and AI understand your business. Here’s what local schema to add.

Short answer: Add LocalBusiness (or a specific subtype), Service, FAQ and BreadcrumbList schema with accurate NAP, hours and geo data so search and AI engines can read your business clearly.

What schema does

Structured data tells search engines and AI exactly what your business is, where, and what you offer.

Key local types

LocalBusiness (or a specific subtype), Service, FAQPage and BreadcrumbList are the essentials.

Get the data right

Include accurate name, address, phone, hours, geo coordinates and URLs.

Validate

Test your markup so it’s eligible for rich results and AI consumption.

Quick checklist

  • LocalBusiness schema
  • Service & FAQ schema
  • Accurate NAP/hours/geo
  • Markup validated

FAQ

Does schema improve rankings?

Schema doesn’t directly rank you, but it enables rich results and helps search and AI understand you.

Do you add schema for me?

Yes — structured data is part of our managed on-page work.

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