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How to Remove Your Business from Apple Maps (Step-by-Step Guide)

Need to take your business off Apple Maps? Whether you’ve closed, moved, or simply want to remove your listing, here’s exactly how to do it—quickly and with minimal hassle.
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Key takeaways

If your business has closed, relocated, or is incorrectly listed, you may want to remove it from Apple Maps. An outdated or duplicate listing can confuse customers, hurt your reputation, and even cost you sales.

In this guide, you’ll learn step by step how to remove a business from Apple Maps, and when it’s smarter to update your information instead.

Why Remove Your Business from Apple Maps?

There are several reasons you might want to remove your business from Apple Maps:

  • You’ve closed permanently or relocated
  • You want to prevent customers from visiting an old address
  • You’re rebranding or changing your business model

Whatever your reason, keeping your online presence accurate is essential for customer trust and a smooth experience.

Find out how to edit your business hours on Apple Maps

The Fastest Way: Update All Listings with Mobal

If you manage your business information through Mobal, removing or updating your business details across all platforms—including Apple Maps—can be done from one dashboard. Simply log in, mark your business as closed or update the relevant information, and Mobal will sync these changes everywhere your business appears online.

How to Remove Your Business from Apple Maps (Apple Business Connect)

If you prefer to do it directly, follow these steps:

Step 1: Sign in to Apple Business Connect

Step 2: Select Your Business Location

  • Choose the business location you want to remove.

Step 3: Mark Your Business as Closed or Remove Listing

  • In the dashboard, go to “Business Information.”
  • Look for the option to mark your business as “Closed” or “Permanently Closed.”
  • If you need to remove the listing entirely, look for “Remove Location” or “Delete Location.” (Note: Apple may require verification or supporting documentation.)

Step 4: Submit Your Changes

  • Save your changes. Apple may take a short time to review and process your request.
  • Double-check your listing after a few days to ensure it’s been removed or marked as closed.

What If You Don’t Have Access to Apple Business Connect?

If you don’t have access to your business’s Apple Business Connect account, you can report the issue directly on Apple Maps:

  • 1. Open Apple Maps and search for your business.
  • 2. Tap on your business listing.
  • 3. Scroll down and tap “Report an Issue.”
    1. Select “This Place is Closed” or “Remove this Place.

    5. Follow the prompts and submit your request.

    Apple will review your report and typically update Maps within a few days. Re-check Apple Maps to confirm the removal.

    Alternative: Update Instead of Removing

    Sometimes you don’t need to remove your business at all, you just need to update it. This is especially true if your restaurant, shop, or office moved to a new address or changed its hours.

    How to Change Your Business Address on Apple Maps

    1. Open Apple Maps and find your listing.
    2. Tap Report an Issue.
    3. Choose Incorrect Location.
    4. Enter your new business address.
    5. Submit the change.

    How to Change Business Hours on Apple Maps

    1. Go to your business place card in Apple Maps.
    2. Select Report an Issue.
    3. Choose Incorrect Business Hours.
    4. Add your updated opening and closing hours.
    5. Submit the update.

    Pro tip: If you manage multiple locations, tools like Mobal let you update your Apple Maps listings instantly without waiting for Apple’s review process.

    Pro Tips

    • Update Everywhere: If you’re closing or moving, use Mobal to update or remove your business from all platforms (Google Maps, Facebook, etc.) at once.
    • Communicate with Customers: Post a notice on your website and social media to let customers know about the change.
    • Double-Check Listings: After removal, search for your business on Apple Maps and other platforms to ensure the update is complete.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: How do I remove my business from Apple Maps?


    A: Open Apple Maps, tap your business listing, scroll to Report an Issue, select “It is closed” or “Does Not Exist,” and submit the request.

    Q: Can I delete a business from Apple Maps instantly?


    A: There’s no instant delete option. You must report it, and Apple will review and remove the listing within a few days.

    Q: What if my business has moved?


    A: Don’t remove your listing — update it instead. Select Incorrect Location under “Report an Issue” and provide the new address.

    Q: How do I change my business hours on Apple Maps?


    A: Tap your place card, report an issue, select Incorrect Business Hours, and submit the correct hours.

    Q: How do I remove a duplicate listing?


    A: Use Report an Issue and select “Does Not Exist” for the duplicate. Provide details so Apple can confirm and remove it.

    Q: How can I add or update my phone number or website?


    A: Use the Report an Issue option, or log into Mobal to update all your Apple Maps details directly.

    Conclusion

    Removing your business from Apple Maps is simple, just use the Report an Issue feature and select the option that fits (closed, duplicate, or doesn’t exist). But if your business is still active, it’s usually better to update your address, hours, or contact details so customers can continue to find you.

    By keeping your Apple Maps information accurate, you protect your reputation and make it easier for customers to choose your business. Need to update multiple locations across Apple Maps, Google, and more? Try Mobal free today.

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