Is it ok to use a mobile phone number for business listings?

[coolhandluc]

Hi all
I know the use of 0800 numbers and toll-free numbers are a big No when it comes to NAP  but what about mobile phone numbers?
Will google penalise the use of a mobile over the use of a land line?

Thanks

[Mustansar]

I think you should refrain using mobile number in your local business listing however, Google dose not penalise you for such things. Google itself encourge business to use local phone number which link with business directly.

Here is detail guide for you to understand the why you should not use mobile number in local listing.

https://support.google.com/business/answer/3038177?hl=en-GB

https://www.mightycall.com/blog/avoid-using-a-personal-cell-phone-number-as-a-business-line/

[MiriamEllis]

Hi Neil,

There is no known issue with using a mobile number, but do make the investment in getting a dedicated one for your business, one that you answer with the business name at all times. Don't mix business with personal. That would be the only proviso on this. Otherwise, you'll be fine with a mobile number.

[coolhandluc]

Thanks a lot Miriam

As helpful as ever

[MiriamEllis]

Glad to help, Neil!