Google My Business: Your Digital Storefront
Nepal-Specific GMB Optimization Checklist
- NAP Consistency: Ensure exact matches for Name, Address, Phone across:
- Facebook/LinkedIn profiles
- Local directories (e.g., NepalYP, MeroLagani Business Listings)
- Category Tags: Use both English and Nepali (e.g., “Restaurant” + “भोजनालय”)
- Posts: Share weekly offers in Nepali (e.g., “साप्ताहिक छुट २०% सम्म!”)
Case Study: Himalayan Java Coffee
By adding Nepali-language Q&A to their GMB profile (e.g., “यहाँ पार्किंग छ?”), they increased “near me” searches by 65%.
Localized Keyword Strategy for Nepal
On-Page SEO: Localize Every Element
Title Tags
Template:
<title>Web Design Kathmandu | Affordable Sites from NPR 15,000 | Gurkha Technology</title>
Content
- Embed Google Maps with your location
- Use schema markup for local business (JSON-LD)
⚠️ Mobile Optimization is Non-Negotiable
With 81% of Nepali searches on mobile:
- Test load times on Ncell/NTC networks
- Use AMP for blog pages
Building Nepali Citations & Backlinks
Top Nepal Citation Sources
- Government Portals: nepal.gov.np (for registered businesses)
- Industry Directories: FNCCI Member List
- Local Media: Guest posts on OnlineKhabar or Setopati
Link-Building Tactic: The “Local Resource” Method
Example: Create “Ultimate Guide to Starting a Business in [City]” and pitch to:
- Chamber of Commerce sites
- University entrepreneurship programs
Nepali Review Generation Strategies
Step-by-Step Review Funnel
Nepali Review Response Template
“धन्यवाद, [Name]! हामी तपाईंको विश्वासलाई कदर गर्छौं। अर्को पटक सेवा गर्न पाउँदा खुसी हुनेछौं। 🙏”
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