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My Google Business profile has been taken over by someone else and I no longer have access to the original email tied to the listing. I have not yet contacted Google support or changed any passwords, so we’re starting from scratch. What I do have are official business documents that clearly prove I’m the rightful owner. I need a specialist who understands Google Business Profile recovery inside-out—verification processes, appeal forms, direct support channels, and any escalation paths that actually work. The end goal is simple: restore full ownership of the profile, transfer primary admin rights to a secure email I control, and lock everything down so it can’t be hijacked again. Deliverables • Reclaim the profile and confirm primary admin access in my name • Submit and manage all required appeals or verification steps with Google • Provide a brief hand-off note explaining the recovery steps taken and best-practice security settings I should keep enabled If you’ve successfully completed similar recoveries and can navigate Google’s systems quickly, I’m ready to move forward today.
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Hello, I am confident in my ability to recover your hijacked Google Business Profile effectively and securely. With extensive experience navigating Google’s verification processes, appeal systems, and escalation channels, I specialize in reclaiming control of GMB listings even when original access credentials are lost. Your official business documentation will be leveraged to substantiate rightful ownership and expedite the recovery. I will manage all appeals and verification steps meticulously to restore primary admin rights to your secure email account. Following recovery, I will provide you with a detailed hand-off note covering the specific actions taken and recommended best-practice security settings to prevent future unauthorized access. My approach prioritizes swift resolution, clear communication, and maintaining full compliance with Google’s policies. I am ready to begin work immediately and ensure your profile is locked down with robust security controls. Please feel free to contact me to discuss next steps. Best regards, Willis Khan
$250 USD in 30 days
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Hey, i will recover your Google Business Profile and restore full ownership back to you using official Google verification and appeal processes with proper escalation if required. I will handle the entire recovery including identity verification, admin transfer to your secure email, and locking down the profile with best-practice security settings so it cannot be hijacked again while keeping you updated at each step. Have you already checked if the profile is still marked as “suggested edits pending” or fully transferred so I can choose the fastest recovery path for you portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Hammadhassan21 Best Regards: Hammad hassan
$300 USD in 10 days
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Hi, I understand your requirement and can handle this project with a clean, professional approach focused on performance and usability. I have 3+ years of experience working with PHP and WordPress, delivering solutions that are reliable and easy to manage. For your project, I will meticulously navigate Google's verification processes and appeal forms to reclaim your Google Business profile, ensuring you regain full ownership. One suggestion is to ensure that the recovery documents you have are organized and ready for submission to expedite the process. I've worked on similar projects where I successfully navigated Google's systems for profile recovery. I can complete this within a few days to ensure you regain control quickly. Quick question: What type of business documents do you have to support your claim? Regards, Khurshid Ahmed
$260 USD in 7 days
7.0
7.0

Hello, I came across your Recover Hijacked Google Business Profile and I am very interested in working with you. I have reviewed your requirements and full understand the scope of expectations. I specialize in PHP, WordPress, and have successfully delivered similar projects before. I am committed to delivering high-quality work with reliability, clarity and professionalism. I work transparently throughout the project progress, deadlines and expectation stay clear at every stage. I would be glad to disucss further details and am ready to start immediately. Looking forward to hearing from you. Regards. Anum
$250 USD in 4 days
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5.9

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$500 USD in 7 days
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I’ve dealt with Google Business Profile hijack cases where owners lost email access and needed a clean recovery without prior password changes. The right approach is to gather your official documents and submit a well-documented appeal through Google’s support channels, pushing through their verification process quickly before any further damage occurs. Before starting, can you confirm what versions of your business documents you have (like tax filings or utility bills)? Also, have you tried Google My Business support chat or email yet, or is this the first point of contact? Knowing this helps me plan the best escalation path. Once I reclaim primary admin access, I’ll transfer it securely to your chosen email and recommend specific security settings to prevent future hijacks, like 2-step verification and monitoring alerts. I can start the recovery process today and handle all correspondence with Google until you have full control again.
$750 USD in 7 days
5.9
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This job is about recovering a hijacked Google Business Profile through Google's support channels, verification appeals, and account security procedures. This is not a software development, coding, API integration, or infrastructure project. It falls under digital marketing/SEO/business management services - not Vishal's core expertise in building software systems, APIs, databases, or cloud architecture.
$450 USD in 10 days
5.9
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$250 USD in 5 days
6.1
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Hello, I reviewed your Recover Hijacked Google Business Profile project and can help investigate the ownership issue, guide the recovery process, communicate with Google support, and restore access to the profile as quickly as possible. I have experience with Google Business Profile management, ownership disputes, verification issues, profile reinstatements, local SEO, and Google support escalation procedures. I understand how critical a GBP is for customer trust, local rankings, and business visibility. I can help with: • Google Business Profile recovery • Ownership dispute resolution • Verification assistance • Google support case management • Local SEO protection • Business information restoration • Access and permission audits • Profile security recommendations • Suspension/reinstatement guidance • Ongoing GBP management My approach: • Review the current profile status • Identify the ownership and access issue • Gather required business verification documents • Submit and manage Google's recovery process • Restore access and secure the account • Verify profile accuracy and functionality A few questions: • Do you still have any level of access to the profile? • Has a Google ownership request already been submitted? • Is the profile verified or currently suspended? • What proof of business ownership is available? Thanks
$298 USD in 7 days
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Hello, I can help you recover your hijacked Google Business Profile (GBP) and restore full ownership and control of your listing. I have 7+ years of experience in Local SEO & Google Business Profile management, including recovery of hacked, suspended, and unauthorized-access listings. ✔ Identify hijack source & unauthorized changes ✔ Restore owner/admin access to GBP ✔ Google support escalation & recovery process ✔ Fix incorrect business details after hijack ✔ Secure profile to prevent future access issues ✔ Review impact on rankings & recovery strategy ✔ Local SEO restoration after fix My focus is to fully recover your listing and make sure it is secured and stable going forward, without risking your Google Maps visibility. If you share your Google Business Profile details, I can quickly analyze the issue and guide the recovery steps. Thank you Kavya
$260 USD in 10 days
5.7
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With nearly a decade of experience in web and mobile development, I am well-versed in problem-solving through the nuances and complexities of intricate systems like Google's. My proficiency in PHP and WordPress is an asset that can be employed to reclaim your Google Business profile successfully. Drawing on my expertise, I can swiftly navigate through the various verification processes and appeals needed to regain control of your profile. Over the years, my ability to understand the subtleties of different platforms enables me to work diligently within their mechanisms to achieve desired outcomes with minimum disruption. Furthermore, I understand that this recovery process is not just about restoring control but also about preventing future hijackings. Not only will I secure your profile with the most effective strategies, but I’ll also provide clear documentation for you delineating the recovery steps taken and some best-practice security measures you should employ moving forward. Your Google Business profile deserves dedicated attention to protect your business image online, and with me on board—I’ll make it happen.
$500 USD in 7 days
5.4
5.4

Greetings, I see that your Google Business profile has been hijacked, and you need help reclaiming it. This can be a frustrating situation, but I’m here to guide you through the recovery process. With your official business documents in hand, we can start the verification process with Google to prove your ownership. My approach involves submitting the necessary appeals and managing the entire process efficiently. I have experience dealing with Google’s systems, so I’ll know which steps to take and how to escalate if needed. Once we regain access, I’ll make sure to transfer the primary admin rights to your secure email and offer some best practices to enhance your profile's security going forward. Looking forward to helping you get your business back in your control. Best regards, Muhammad Arshman
$550 USD in 4 days
5.1
5.1

Dear Client, With 10+ years of experience, I can see what you are going to implement to reclaim your Google Business Profile and secure your digital presence. I specialize in web security, account recovery workflows, digital asset management, and navigating complex search engine support escalation paths. I will implement this by executing the official Google Profile ownership request workflow using a secure, dedicated email address under your control. When the current unauthorized manager rejects or ignores the request after the mandatory three-day waiting period, I will immediately trigger the verification appeal process. I will compile your official registry documents, utility bills, and tax certificates into a structured verification payload to satisfy Google's compliance team through direct support escalation channels. Once access is restored, I will remove all unknown managers, configure two-factor authentication, and establish strict primary ownership parameters to prevent future hijacking. Do you have a Google Workspace email matching your website domain available for this recovery, as domain-matched emails significantly speed up Google's ownership verification process? I can start immediately and you will never be disappointed. Best regards, Oleksandr
$500 USD in 7 days
4.6
4.6

Hi there, We can help recover the Google Business Profile by reviewing the ownership evidence, preparing the recovery submission, and managing the verification and appeal steps with Google. Our focus will be on restoring primary admin access to an email you control, then documenting the handoff so you have a clear record of what was done and which security settings to keep enabled. We work carefully with business documentation, access recovery, and profile security cleanup, and we’ll keep all communication and files here on Freelancer. If you share the listing details and proof available, we can begin the recovery plan right away. Best Regards, 8veer
$615 USD in 7 days
4.7
4.7

Warm Hello! Recovering a Google Business Profile that has been taken over requires a structured approach, strong documentation, and a clear understanding of Google's ownership verification and escalation processes. We are a team of 62 professionals with over 9 years of experience. We can guide and manage the recovery process from start to finish, helping you restore ownership, secure the account, and minimize the risk of future unauthorized access. Here's how we can help: Review your business documentation and prepare a strong ownership verification package Manage the Google Business Profile ownership recovery process and required appeals Navigate Google's support channels and escalation procedures to resolve ownership disputes Transfer primary ownership to a secure Google account under your control Implement security best practices including 2-Step Verification, recovery settings, and account access management Our process begins with verifying all available evidence of ownership, auditing the current listing status, and preparing the strongest possible case for Google's review. We then monitor communications, respond to requests for additional verification, and ensure the recovered profile is properly secured once access is restored
$500 USD in 7 days
4.3
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Hello, I can help you recover and secure your Google Business Profile by guiding and managing the official recovery process, including ownership verification, appeal submission, and escalation through Google support channels using your business documents as proof. I’ll also ensure the profile is fully secured afterward by setting up proper admin access, recovery email, and best-practice security settings to prevent future hijacking. I have a question, do you still have access to any previous admin emails, or are we working only with business verification documents?
$300 USD in 4 days
4.4
4.4

Hello, I carefully reviewed "Recover Hijacked Google Business Profile" and fully understand the project requirements. With my experience in PHP, WordPress, I can deliver exactly what you're looking for with attention to quality, performance, and detail. I’m ready to start immediately and would be happy to discuss any specific requirements or questions you may have. Looking forward to working with you. Best regards, Umer
$250 USD in 2 days
3.7
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Hi there! Do you still have access to any recovery email or phone number previously linked to the account, or are we working purely with your business documents? Regardless, given my past experiences, this is definitely something that I feel confident delivering on. Kind Regards, Corné
$450 USD in 7 days
3.6
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Here's a shorter version in your preferred VK format: Hello There, I can help refresh your website with a modern, vibrant visual identity while improving navigation and overall user experience across desktop and mobile devices. 1. I will audit the current website, user flows, navigation, and calls-to-action to identify improvement opportunities. 2. I will create an updated sitemap and wireframes that simplify navigation and ensure visitors can reach important pages quickly. 3. I will design high-fidelity Figma mockups featuring a fresh color palette, modern typography, and consistent UI components. 4. I will build an interactive prototype so stakeholders can review key user journeys before development begins. 5. I will provide a complete design system including colors, typography, spacing, buttons, and reusable UI components. 6. All designs will be responsive, accessibility-focused, and aligned with WCAG AA color contrast requirements. Deliverables: • Website audit and UX recommendations • Updated sitemap and wireframes • High-fidelity Figma designs • Interactive prototype • Design system and style guide • Developer-ready assets and documentation My focus is creating a visually engaging website that looks modern, improves usability, and provides a seamless experience for your users. Regards, Vk
$500 USD in 7 days
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Start ownership recovery request Go to Google Business Profile support and select “Access to your business” or “Ownership conflict”. Enter your business name and details exactly as listed. Initiate “Request Access” flow If another email controls the profile, click Request Access. Use your official business email (new secure one). Check email response window (3–7 days) Google will notify current admins. If they don’t respond, the request escalates automatically. Submit proof of ownership Prepare documents: business registration, utility bills, tax certificates, domain ownership, photos of storefront, invoices. Escalate via support form If denied or ignored, open Google Business Profile support chat/email and request escalation to “account recovery / hijacked listing”. Verification step (critical) Google may request video verification, phone, email domain match, or postcard verification. Complete exactly as instructed. Report unauthorized access State clearly the profile is compromised and include timeline + proof. Use “Appeal” if needed If listing is locked or transferred, file an appeal with evidence bundle attached. After recovery: secure ownership Immediately add your new email as Primary Owner, remove unknown users, and enable 2FA.
$700 USD in 10 days
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