How to Conduct Multi-Directory Citation Audits Across 50+ Data Aggregators
Eliminate conflicting Name, Address, and Phone (NAP) variations across Apple Maps, Bing Places, Yelp, and tier-1 data aggregators like Data Axle and Foursquare.
SSophia Martinez Lead Local Search & Multi-Location StrategistSep 14, 2026 8 min read
SEO Runway Platform Verified: This guide utilizes live telemetry, algorithms, and automated workflows from the Local SEO Citations & Directories Explorer (Navigation coordinate: /projects//local_seo/citations/).
1. The Data Aggregator Ecosystem Explained
Local business information does not exist in isolation. Data brokers crawl public records, state incorporation filings, and utility registries, distributing that data to thousands of directories. A typo in an old phone bill from 5 years ago can spawn dozens of conflicting citations.
LIVE PLATFORM SCREEN & TELEMETRY
SEO Runway Local SEO Citations & Directories Explorer — Active Workspace
Below is the exact production screen with live parameters and dummy data illustrating the diagnostic findings and remediation buttons.
How to Read & Execute on This Screen in SEO Runway
①Interactive Radius Slider
Adjust grid spacing from 0.5 km to 10 km to test how far your Google Map ranking authority travels.
②Google Business Profile Sync
Syncs NAP (Name, Address, Phone), opening hours, and holiday schedules across 50+ business directories.
③Automated Review Campaign Queue
Dispatches SMS and email review invitations after appointments to systematically increase 5-star ratings.
2. Running Citation Audits in SEO Runway
In SEO Runway → Local SEO → Citations, click 'Scan Directories'. Review rows marked 'Mismatched' or 'Duplicate'. Click 'Direct Link to Claim' to update listings at the authoritative source.
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