Google Maps Search Issues: Incorrect Local Results in Netherlands

Jippe van den Broek · 2025-05-06 07:45:51.3058+00

I am having issues with the google maps search. when I put the radius on the netherlands I suddenly get all kinds of local businesses from the US

Google Maps Search Issues: Incorrect Local Results in Netherlands | Clay

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It sounds like there might be an issue with your search parameters. When using our Google Maps integration, it's important to properly define your search area. Here are some tips: 1. Set the location specifically to the Netherlands. 2. Adjust the search radius to cover only the desired area. 3. Manually drag the map to fine-tune the location if needed. If you're still getting unexpected results, it could be due to how the search divides areas. Try focusing on specific locations within the Netherlands with a manageable perimeter. If you need further assistance, please request human help by clicking on "Talk to a person" in this chat.
Sources: Find Local Businesses Using Google Maps [Clay 101] - Clay University FAQ: I’m not getting many results from my Google Maps search. What should I do?
Jippe van den Broek
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Nope still happening
Jippe van den Broek
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This is how it looks like but still USA places and numbers
kushagra tiwari
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support can answer better but jumping in to suggest serper as an additional method to find businesses from google maps
Bo (Clay)
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Hey, Google Maps Search works best with very specific locations—like a single city and a simple query. Using broad areas like an entire country will cause issues, which is why you’re seeing results from unrelated places like the US. Behind the scenes, the search runs across multiple small sections, so keeping the input narrow helps it return accurate results. Let me know if you’d like help narrowing it down.
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