Google Business Profile Videos: Specs, Ideas and How to Get Them Approved

Quick answer: Google Business Profile videos must be up to 30 seconds long, up to 75 MB, and at least 720p resolution. Upload short, real, steady clips filmed at your business — a walk-through, a product being made, a happy customer moment (with permission). Avoid slideshows, ads with heavy text, stock footage and videos with background music you don't have rights to.

Videos make a profile feel alive. A 15-second clip of jalebi being fried or a stylist finishing a look tells a customer more than ten photos.

Official requirements

Google's help centre lists these limits (Google):

Requirement	Limit
Duration	Up to 30 seconds
File size	Up to 75 MB
Resolution	720p or higher

Videos must also follow Google's content policies — they should show your actual business and be filmed by you or your team.

12 video ideas that work in India

1. Walk-in tour — from the entrance to the counter, so first-time visitors recognise the place.
2. Product being made — mithai, chai, a cake being decorated, a weld, a stitch.
3. Before → after — salon, cleaning, repair, interiors (with consent).
4. Festival preparation — decoration, gift boxes, stock arriving.
5. Team introduction — 3 seconds per person, smiling.
6. Equipment — gym machines, dental chair, sterilisation.
7. Packing and delivery — hygiene and care.
8. Seating and ambience — restaurant at dinner time.
9. Parking and entrance — answers "is it easy to reach?".
10. Customer reaction — only with clear permission.
11. Product range pan — slow pan across shelves.
12. Opening the shop — shutters up, lights on.

How to film with a phone

• Hold the phone horizontally for exteriors and interiors; vertical is fine for products.
• Use the back camera, 1080p, 30 fps.
• Move slowly; use both hands or a cheap gimbal.
• Film in daylight or turn on all lights.
• Keep it 10–20 seconds. Trim the start and end.
• Avoid copyrighted music — natural sound is better.

Why videos stay "pending" or get rejected

• They look like ads (big text, logos, music) rather than real footage.
• They are slideshows of photos.
• They show people who did not consent or include personal information.
• File too long or too large.
• Review is still in progress — it can take a day or more.

Videos vs photos

Photos remain the backbone of your profile. Add videos as a bonus: one or two good videos plus fresh weekly photos is a strong combination. Chamko's Rank plan tracks photo freshness so your profile always looks recent.

A 30-second shop video script

1. 0–5 s: shop front with the signboard, so people recognise you.
2. 5–15 s: walk in slowly — the counter, shelves or seating.
3. 15–25 s: close-up of your best product or a service in action.
4. 25–30 s: you or your team smiling at the counter.

No music with copyright, no text overlays needed, steady hands (lean on a wall or use a cheap tripod), and shoot in daylight or with all lights on.

Video ideas by business

• Restaurant: a chef plating the signature dish; the dining area at a busy time.
• Salon: a quick transformation (with the client's permission).
• Gym: equipment walk-through and a group class.
• Repair shop: a quick before/after of a repair.
• Clinic: reception, waiting area and cleanliness — no patients.

Frequently asked questions

Can I upload a video longer than 30 seconds?

No. Trim it to 30 seconds or less before uploading.

Where do videos appear?

In the photos and videos section of your profile, and sometimes in the overview when Google thinks the video is relevant.

Can I post a video with my Google post?

Posts primarily use photos. Upload videos to your profile media instead.

Do customers' videos appear on my profile?

Yes, customers can add videos with reviews or contributions. Report any that violate policy.

Sources

• Google: Manage photos and videos for your Business Profile