Top of search results
Someone searches “pizza” or “urgent care” in Apple Maps. Your business shows first, marked as an ad, with photos and a tap for directions.
Apple Maps ads
iPhone users search Apple Maps, not Google. Be the first place they see.
When someone on an iPhone opens Maps and searches “coffee,” “dentist” or “driving school,” Apple can now show a sponsored business at the top. I set up your Apple Business listing, build the ads and track every tap back to your website, so you know what it brings in.
- 2Ad spots in Apple MapsSearch results and Suggested Places
- $150Apple sign-up ad creditfor eligible new advertisers
- 20+Years managing paid adsSince 2006
Free, no obligation
Find out if Apple Maps ads fit your business
I personally review every request. You'll hear from me directly, not an account manager.
I reply within one business day, usually the same day. Se habla español.
Where your ad shows
Two places on Apple Maps, right when people are choosing
Apple Maps ads only show to people already looking for a place to go. Apple matches your ad to the search, your business category and how close they are.
Suggested Places
Before they type anything, Apple shows suggestions at the top of the list. Your business can be one of them.
Straight talk
Who Apple Maps ads are for
A great fit
- Restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries
- Medical, dental and wellness offices
- Schools, preschools and driving schools
- Car dealers, shops and other storefronts people drive to
Not allowed by Apple
- Home services: plumbing, electrical, HVAC and roofing
- Locksmiths, pest control and general contractors
- Bail bonds, weapons and crypto ATMs
- Political ads
What's included
Everything Apple Maps ads need to work
One person accountable, from your listing to the report.
Apple Business listing
I claim and verify your location in Apple Business (what many people know as Apple Business Connect) and fill in hours, photos, category and links.
Ad photos and text
Apple ads use your photos and a short line of promo text. I pick the photos that make people tap and keep everything inside Apple's rules.
Targeting and budget
Search terms, categories, negative terms, ad schedule and distance from your business, with a monthly budget you control.
Tracking you can trust
Every website tap carries tracking tags into Google Analytics, so you see visits, calls and form leads from Apple Maps next to Google and ChatGPT.
Tap-by-tap reporting
Apple reports impressions and every action on your place card: calls, directions, website, photos and shares.
Monthly tuning
I cut the searches that waste money and push the ones that bring in customers. Month-to-month, no contract.
Google and Apple
Half your customers carry an iPhone. Be on both maps.
Most local marketing stops at Google. But plenty of iPhone owners never open Google Maps: they tap the Maps app that came with the phone, ask Siri for directions or tap a place Apple suggests.
Your Apple Maps listing and ads cover that side, while Google Ads and Google Maps rankings cover the other. Same story, both maps.
How I rank businesses on Google MapsHow it works
Live on Apple Maps in three steps
- 1
Free review
Send the form. I check that your business type is allowed and look at your Apple Maps listing before we talk.
- 2
Listing and setup
I claim and verify your location, add photos and set up tracking. Apple gives eligible new advertisers a $150 ad credit to start.
- 3
Launch and report
Your ads go live with a monthly budget you set. You see taps, calls, directions and website visits in plain numbers.
Who you're working with
You work directly with me. Not an account manager.
Francisco Meza · Founder, Planet Marketing · San Diego, CA
I've managed Google Ads and paid search for service businesses since 2006. Contractors, medical practices, law firms, private schools, home services: I've run campaigns for all of them.
When you hire Planet Marketing, your account is never passed to a junior account manager. I build your campaigns, I manage them every month, and I'm the one you call or text. If you're in San Diego or Southern California, I'm happy to meet in person.
Sometimes you just need someone you can trust.
- 20+ years
- Month-to-month
- No junior account managers
- Se habla español
What clients say
5.057 Google reviews
Real reviews from real business owners
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RylectricOctober 2026
I was struggling with trying to market my electrical contracting business. So when I was using ChatGPT to help me with some questions about Google Ads, an ad popped up for Planet Marketing. I clicked the link and connected with Francisco. This has been a game changer for me!! He’s built me a professional website. Developed professional campaigns on both Google Ads and ChatGPT. Best of all I have received more QUALIFIED LEADS that I can easily convert! Highly recommend working with Francisco!!
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N. Z.October 2026
I've been working with Francisco & Planet Marketing for over 15 years and across multiple companies. Initially it was a company where his expertise in elevating our Craigslist & eBay posts helped us corner a highly competitive market. The next few times we worked together it was for different SEO/SEM/PPC needs and each time he out produced expectations. He's constantly been at the forefront each time the marketing landscape changes and with the roll out of ChatGPT & Gemini, he's there helping me once again gobble up market share. I highly recommend Francisco & Planet Marketing!
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Chris C.October 2026
Francisco is very knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. He has helped many of our clients with Google ads and now especially ChatGPT ads. Dont have any doubts, he is your go to source for all things marketing
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Juan D.October 2026
Francisco I a great person to work with. Really attentive and helpful. Good at what he does no doubt 👌👌
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Jason L.September 2026
Francisco is a rare find. On the one hand, he has 20 years of experience, on the other, he has his feet firmly planted in the future. My meeting with him today was highly, highly productive. He has the kind of knowledge where he can show you where the systems weak points are, and how to work around them, all while being budget conscious. I think what makes him tick is when he beats the entrenched companies at their own game. I look forward to a long business arrangement with him.
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N Z.October 2026
I've been working with Francisco & Planet Marketing for over 15 years and across multiple companies. Initially it was a company where his expertise in elevating our Craigslist & eBay posts helped us corner a highly competitive market. The next few times we worked together it was for different SEO/SEM/PPC needs and each time he out produced expectations. He's constantly been at the forefront each time the marketing landscape changes and with the roll out of ChatGPT & Gemini, he's there helping me once again gobble up market share. I highly recommend Francisco & Planet Marketing!
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What are Apple Maps ads?
Paid placements inside the Maps app on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Your business can show at the top of search results or in Suggested Places, marked as an ad.
How much do Apple Maps ads cost?
You set a monthly budget and pay when people tap or view your ad, priced by auction. There's no long-term commitment, and Apple gives eligible new advertisers a $150 credit.
Can contractors run Apple Maps ads?
No. Apple doesn't allow home services like plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, pest control, locksmiths or general contracting. For those businesses, Google Ads and Google Maps rankings work better.
Do I need a storefront?
Apple requires a verified business location in the US or Canada. Businesses that customers visit in person get the most out of Maps ads.
What is Apple Business Connect?
Apple's free tool for managing how your business shows on Apple Maps and Siri: hours, photos, phone and links. Apple's sign-up is now called Apple Business, and it's also where Maps ads are created.
How do I know if it's working?
Apple reports taps on your ad, calls and directions. I add tracking tags to your website link, so visits, form leads and booked appointments from Apple Maps show up in Google Analytics.
Ready for more calls and leads?
Tell me about your business and what you need. I personally review every request. You'll hear from me, not an automated reply.
