Hello everyone.

I’ve been looking into Google Reviews for local businesses in the UK, and I’m curious about how reliable they are. While some reviews seem genuine, I’ve noticed a lot of businesses with a high number of 5-star ratings that feel a bit too good to be true.

I’ve heard some companies use services like PayForReviews to boost their ratings. Are there ways to tell if a review is fake or incentivized? Also, has anyone had issues with their reviews being removed or flagged for no clear reason?

It’d be great to hear your experiences or tips on navigating this system more effectively!