Google guide
How to Reply to a Negative Google Review
A calm reply cannot remove a review, but it can show future customers how a business handles criticism. This guide helps you respond without making the issue worse.
What to do next
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Verify the review and internal facts before replying
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Keep the reply short, factual and non-defensive
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Never disclose personal or order details publicly
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Move a genuine service issue to a private channel where possible
General information, not legal advice. The platform, publisher, host or search engine makes the final decision. Never share passwords or payment details in a web form.