This is the complete guide to managing your Google Business Profile from your mobile device in 2026 — including the current options available through Google's own apps and the dedicated management platform that provides the experience the old GMB app used to give you.
Your Current Options for Mobile GBP Management
| Option | App to Use | What You Can Do | Limitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Maps | Google Maps app | Edit profile, respond to reviews, publish posts, see basic performance | Buried navigation; no notifications; no scheduling |
| Google Search | Google Search app (or mobile browser) | Same as Maps via search | Better for quick edits; still no notifications |
| Ampli5 Pulse | Ampli5 Pulse app (iOS + Android) | Full management: reviews, posts, rank tracking, reporting, competitor monitoring | Requires account setup; premium features after trial |
How to Manage Your GBP Via Google Maps on Mobile
Download Google Maps if you have not already
Available on iOS and Android
Sign in with the Google account that manages your GBP
The same account you used when setting up your profile
Tap your profile photo in the top right corner
Then tap 'Your business profiles'
Select your business profile
If you have multiple, you will see a list
Use the tabs to manage different sections
Overview, promote (posts), customers (reviews), edit (profile information), performance
How to Manage Your GBP Via Ampli5 Pulse on Mobile
Download Ampli5 Pulse from the App Store or Play Store
Search 'Ampli5 Pulse'
Create your account and connect your GBP
Takes under 2 minutes — secure OAuth connection
Set up review alerts
Configure push notifications for new reviews on any star rating
Check your dashboard
Your rank position, recent reviews, scheduled posts, and profile health score in one screen
Enable daily rank updates
Your rank position is updated daily and shown with a trend arrow
Setting Up Review Notifications (The Most Valuable Mobile Feature)
The single most valuable mobile GBP management feature is instant review notifications. Google Maps does not send push notifications for new reviews — you have to manually check. Ampli5 Pulse sends a push notification within 5 minutes of any new review being posted, with the review text and an AI-generated response draft ready for you to review and send from your notification shade.
Publishing a Google Post From Your Phone in 3 Steps
Take a photo of something happening in your business today
Real photos outperform stock images every time
Open Ampli5 Pulse → New Post
The AI suggests a caption based on your business type — edit it to match your voice
Schedule or publish immediately
Tap publish for immediate posting; or set a time if you want it to go live during peak search hours