Can I monetize Google Maps?
Also asked, can Google local guides get paid?
While Google Local Guides do not earn money, there are many rewards as stated above. If you are interested in becoming a Google Local Guide, start taking photos of businesses you visit, reviewing interactions you have, and post them online through the Google Maps App.
In this manner, what will I get if I contribute to Google Maps?
When you make multiple contributions, you can level up in the Google Local Guide program and get certain benefits like early access to Maps updates and other Google products, and the Local Guide symbol on your reviews and photos. Each contribution? will get you one point.
Google today announced a massive revamp of its Google Maps business: The new Google Maps Platform promises streamlined API products, a simplified customer experience, a single pricing plan with pay-as-you-go billing, free support, a single console, and new industry solutions.