1. 3 practical steps (respond, document, flag) dramatically increase the chance of getting a fake Google review removed. 2. Inviting private feedback after pur…

1. Google removes reviews for spam, impersonation, conflicts of interest, and illegal content — those are firm grounds for removal. 2. A public, calm response…

1. Free methods (flagging) often work for clear policy violations—no direct cost other than time. 2. Legal action can cost from roughly $500 for basic letters…

1. Google removes reviews only when policy violations are clear — false or malicious reviews are not taken down automatically. 2. A calm, public response often…

1. Only the reviewer can delete their own Google review — businesses can’t directly remove reviews left by others. 2. Reviews that clearly break Google policy…

1. Google removes reviews only when they breach policy (spam, hate, doxxing, or illegal content), not simply for being negative. 2. Flagging plus clear evidenc…