Listing Sync Pro
What is Listing Sync Pro?
Listing Sync Pro in Business App creates and updates your business listings across directories, search engines, maps, and apps. It keeps your core details accurate and consistent, and re-submits correct data on an ongoing basis to protect your listings from third-party changes.
Why is Listing Sync Pro important?
- Maintains accurate business information everywhere customers look
- Reduces manual work when updating multiple platforms
- Keeps your listings up to date with automatic monitoring and re-submission
What's included with Listing Sync Pro?
- Support for multiple directory types (directories, maps/navigation, social, and apps)
- Voice assistant coverage via connected directories
Related products:
- For end‑to‑end listing management inside the product, see Listing Sync.
- For aggregator‑based distribution, see Citation Builder.
Where is Listing Sync Pro available?
- Listing Sync Pro: available in the United States, Canada, Australia, Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy.
- Listing Sync Pro Powered by Yext: available in the United States and Canada.
- An international Listing Sync Pro package is available for other countries.
Key differences (high level)
| capability | Listing Sync Pro | powered by Yext version |
|---|---|---|
| number of U.S. listing sites | 40+ | up to 70 (varies by category) |
| countries | US, CA, AU, GB, DE, FR, IT | US, CA |
| create and update listings | yes | yes |
| unlimited updates | yes | yes |
| syncs common social/map profiles | yes | yes |
| protects listings from third‑party changes | yes | yes |
| duplicate suppression | automatic | manual through dashboard |
Availability and site counts vary by business category, physical location requirements and region.
Which directory types does Listing Sync Pro support?
- Directories and citation sites
- Map and navigation services
- Social networks
- Apps and other publishers
Does Listing Sync Pro support voice assistants?
- Syncs support voice assistants such as Alexa and Siri via connected directories
- Voice search directories typically require a physical business location
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
How does Listing Sync Pro differ from Citation Builder?
- Listing Sync Pro syncs business name, address, phone number, and website to 40+ listing sites.
- Citation Builder syncs the same information to three major data providers (TransUnion's Neustar/Localeze and Foursquare). Those providers are referenced by 300+ directories that update at their own intervals, typically over about three weeks.
- In short: Listing Sync Pro provides quicker (often instant) updates or listing creation to a focused network, while Citation Builder distributes data across a wider network over time.
How many sites are included?
Site counts vary by country and category. Listing Sync Pro syncs to 40+ listing sites. Availability can change based on the publisher network.
Do I need to authenticate accounts on supported directories?
Listing Sync Pro automatically pushes data to most sources without requiring manual logins or connections. However, for core platforms like Google and Facebook, a direct authentication (Oauth) is required to sync business data.
Do voice assistants require a physical business location?
Voice search directories typically require a physical location. Service-area-only businesses may not be eligible for some voice/map sources.
Is duplicate suppression automatic?
Duplicate suppression is automatic in Listing Sync Pro and manual suppression in the Listing Sync Pro powered by Yext edition dashboard.
How quickly are updates published?
Most updates on the Listing Sync Pro network are updated or created within 24-72 hours. Updates via Citation Builder are published over time as downstream directories refresh.
What happens when I deactivate Listing Sync Pro?
- Listings become unmanaged by the syndication network and no longer receive updates through the product.
- Without active management, details can become outdated over time. Some sites also allow user suggestions on unclaimed listings.
- Outcomes vary by the specific services previously in use and the publishers involved.
What is the difference between Listing Sync Pro and Listing Sync Pro powered by Yext?
Listing Sync Pro is available in the United States, Canada, Australia, Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy, and suppresses duplicates automatically. The powered by Yext version is available in the United States and Canada, covers up to 70 U.S. listing sites (varies by category), and handles duplicate suppression manually through its dashboard.
Does Listing Sync Pro create listings or only check that they match?
Listing Sync Pro creates and updates your listings on its supported sites. It also monitors your listings and re-submits correct data to protect them from third-party changes.
Which countries is Listing Sync Pro available in?
Listing Sync Pro is available in the United States, Canada, Australia, Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy. Listing Sync Pro powered by Yext is available in the United States and Canada. An international Listing Sync Pro package is available for other countries.