Suzanne

Shift8 for Google Business syncs your business info and hours from Google My Business to WordPress, storing data in a custom post type for easy display.
<h3>External services</h3>
This plugin connects to the Google Places API to retrieve business details based on Place IDs. This connection is required to display business information within the plugin.
It sends the Google API key and the requested Place ID each time the API is queried. No user-identifiable information is transmitted during this process.
This service is provided by Google: 
– <a href="https://developers.google.com/maps/terms" rel="nofollow ugc">Google API Terms of Service</a> 
– <a href="https://policies.google.com/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">Google Privacy Policy</a>Shared Settings Area: 
This plugin shares a common settings area with other Shift8 plugins. To avoid conflicts, shared functions such as <code>shift8_main_page</code> are wrapped with <code>function_exists</code> checks.
<h3>Want to see the plugin in action?</h3>
You can check out our demos or contact us at <a href="https://shift8web.ca" rel="nofollow ugc">Shift8web</a> for more information and live examples.
<h3>Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Polls Google My Business daily (or on-demand via WP CLI) to fetch location data </li>
<li>Uses a custom post type to store and display business information </li>
<li>Settings page to define your Google Places API key </li>
<li>Easily manage multiple Place IDs in a single admin interface </li>
<li>Automates updates so your WordPress site always has the most recent business hours and info</li>
</ul>

Shift8 for Google Business

Shift8 for Google Business syncs your business info and hours from Google My Business to WordPress, storing data in a custom post type for easy displa …

Synoveo

Synoveo connects your WordPress site directly to your Google Business Profile using the official Google API.
Stop manually updating your business hours, address, and contact details in multiple places. Synoveo keeps your Google Business Profile and WordPress site perfectly synchronized — automatically.
<h4>Why Businesses Choose Synoveo</h4>
✅ Always Accurate – Business hours, address, and contact info stay current everywhere 
✅ Boost Local SEO – Rank higher in “near me” searches and Google Maps 
✅ Build Trust Fast – Verified, complete listings convert more visitors to customers 
✅ Save Hours Weekly – Eliminate manual updates across platforms 
✅ Works Automatically – Set it once, syncs forever
<h4>Perfect For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Local Stores & E-commerce – WooCommerce integration keeps products and hours synced</li>
<li>Restaurants & Cafes – Menu updates, special hours, and reservations stay current</li>
<li>Service Businesses – Salons, clinics, consultants with booking systems</li>
<li>Multi-location Businesses – Manage all locations from one dashboard (Pro)</li>
</ul>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
Official Google Integration 
* Direct connection via Google Business Profile API (formerly Google My Business) 
* Secure OAuth 2.0 authentication – never stores passwords 
* Real-time synchronization with Google’s systems
Smart Plugin Detection 
Automatically works with your existing plugins: 
* WooCommerce 
* Yoast SEO & Rank Math 
* Amelia Booking & Bookly 
* Booking Calendar & more
Automatic Sync 
* Business name, address, phone (NAP) 
* Operating hours (including special hours) 
* Products and services 
* Booking availability 
* Business descriptions
Security First 
* Bank-level encryption (AES-256-GCM) 
* HTTPS-only communication 
* No password storage 
* WordPress security best practices 
* Open source & auditable
<h4>How It Works (5-Minute Setup)</h4>
<ol>
<li>Install and activate Synoveo</li>
<li>Click “Connect to Google Business Profile”</li>
<li>Authorize securely (like “Sign in with Google”)</li>
<li>Synoveo detects your plugins automatically</li>
<li>Done! Automatic syncing begins</li>
</ol>
<h4>Free Forever Plan</h4>
The Lite version includes: 
* Single location sync 
* 3 syncs per week 
* All core features 
* Official Google API access 
* Full security features 
* Community support
No credit card. No time limits. No hidden fees.
<h4>Who Benefits Most</h4>
E-commerce Stores 
Connect WooCommerce to show accurate inventory and hours when customers search “near me”
Restaurants 
Keep menus, hours, and reservation links current on Google Search and Maps
Service Providers 
Sync booking availability from Amelia or Bookly directly to Google Business Profile
Local Retailers 
Maintain accurate store hours during holidays and special events automatically
Medical & Professional 
Keep office hours and contact details accurate for patients and clients
<h4>Technical Details</h4>
Official API Access 
Synoveo uses Google Business Profile API with official Google approval. This provides: 
* Reliable, direct connection to Google’s systems 
* Compliant with Google’s enterprise security standards 
* Future-proof as Google updates their platform
Plugin Compatibility 
Works seamlessly with: 
* WooCommerce (products, inventory, business details) 
* Yoast SEO, Rank Math, AIOSEO (business schema) 
* Amelia Booking, Bookly, Booking Calendar (availability) 
* Simply Schedule Appointments, WP Booking System
No Plugins Required 
Synoveo works independently even without additional plugins. Manually configure business information directly in the interface.
Universal Compatibility 
* Any WordPress theme 
* Any hosting provider 
* All countries with Google Business Profile support 
* Any language
<h4>Privacy & Security</h4>
What Synoveo Accesses: 
* Business name, address, hours 
* Product/service information (if using supported plugins) 
* Basic WordPress site data
What Synoveo NEVER Accesses: 
* Your Google password 
* Customer personal information 
* Payment or financial data 
* Private communications
Your Controls: 
* Disconnect anytime 
* Delete your data instantly 
* Full transparency (open source) 
* Export all information
Read our complete privacy policy: https://synoveo.com/privacy
<h4>Support & Documentation</h4>
Free Community Support: 
* WordPress.org support forums 
* Built-in FAQ and help docs (Synoveo → Help) 
* Video tutorials 
* Email: support@synoveo.com
Coming Soon: 
* Priority support for Pro users 
* Phone support 
* Custom integration help
<h3>Security</h3>
Synoveo takes security seriously:
Enterprise-Grade Protection 
* AES-256-GCM encryption 
* HMAC-SHA256 authentication 
* OAuth 2.0 secure authorization 
* HTTPS-only communication 
* Zero password storage
Certifications & Standards 
* WordPress Coding Standards compliant 
* Google API Security Best Practices 
* OWASP Security Guidelines 
* Open Source Security Foundation standards
Transparency 
* 100% open source (GPL v2) 
* Community auditable 
* No hidden functionality 
* Regular security updates
Report Security Issues 
Email: security@synoveo.com for responsible disclosure
<h3>Additional Information</h3>
Developer Resources 
* GitHub: [Coming Soon] 
* Documentation: https://docs.synoveo.com 
* API Reference: https://api.synoveo.com/docs
Stay Connected 
* Website: https://synoveo.com 
* Support: support@synoveo.com 
* Privacy Policy: https://synoveo.com/privacy 
* Terms of Service: https://synoveo.com/terms

Synoveo – Google Business Profile Sync

Automatically sync your WordPress site with Google Business Profile. Keep business info accurate, boost local SEO, dominate "near me" searches.

Shift8 for Google Business vs Synoveo – Google Business Profile Sync