This question was submitted on 18th October 2020 to the Google My Business Help Community Forum.
Details: “When I visit https://maps.google.com and search for my organization (The Magic of Christmas), it brings up the correct map. If I then click the link to share our address/map it shows the URL as: “https://g.page/MagicOfChristmas2019?share” Is it possible to change this URL so that it shows without the 2019?”
Answer
The URL you are sharing is called custom GMB URL and it was automatically created when you created a short name for your Google My Business Profile.
In short, yes you can change it by changing your short name:
How to change your short name
- On your computer, sign in to Google My Business.
- Go to the Info Tab (Left-hand side menu)
- Next to your current short name, click Edit.
- Remove your short name and create a new one. Then, click Apply.
Rules:
- should be associated with your business name or the most common name people call your business
- up to 32 characters, the shorter the better
- non-English characters are not allowed
- change up to 3 times per year
Be remarkable!
Professor M
