Local presence

Why location counts disagree online

By Benchmark Enterprise Systems, LLC · Published

Reviewed by Ryan Schober · 2026-10-09

Approved by Ryan SchoberEditorial review · 2026-10-09

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The direct answer

A website, directory and social profile may count branches differently or update at different times. A mismatch is a question to resolve, not proof of dishonesty.

A practical check

Build a list of active, closed and appointment-only locations from approved records. Compare the definition used by each public source.

Choosing the next step

Publish an accurate current directory and correct outdated counts where access permits. Date the internal inventory so future audits can distinguish a stale reference from a new opening.

Further reading

Platform guidance can change. Consult the current official documentation before making platform-specific changes.

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