Google through its Local Guides Program is offering $240 worth 1 TB of Google Drive storage space free for two years for users submitting 200 reviews or edits on Google maps.
Google announced that they are expanding Google Maps Local Guides program, by giving perks Google is encouraging users to share their discoveries directly to the map.
Local Guides is a program run by Google Maps, where Google rewards users for their help in reviewing,updating,rating businesses and places on Google Maps. Contributing to Google Maps, users can earn points to unlocks rewards which include access to exclusive events, contests , extra Google Drive storage and more.
Here’s an overview of what you’ll unlock at each level:
- Level 1 (0 – 4 points): Enter exclusive contests (think new Google devices!) in select countries.
- Level 2 (5 – 49 points): Get early access to new Google products and features.
- Level 3 (50 – 199 points): Show up in the Google Maps app with your official Local Guides badge.
- Level 4 (200 – 499 points): Receive a free 1 TB upgrade of your Drive storage, allowing you to keep all the stories, photos, and videos from your travels in one safe place.
- Level 5 (500+ points): The very top Local Guides will become eligible to apply to attend our inaugural summit in 2016, where you’ll be able to meet other top Guides from around the world, explore the Google campus, and get the latest info about Google Maps.
Users can easily reach Level 1, one can earn up to five points per place, this include writing reviews, adding photos, answering questions about a location, adding new locations or business and updating outdated information. In order to obtain level four, users need to get 200points – which is not difficult to accomplish.
To get $240 worth 1 TB of Google Drive space , all you need to do is sign up with Local Guides program and head to Google maps to start sharing your discoveries on Google Maps and level up to unlock benefits.
For mobile device uses, after Signing Up to local guides program you need download the latest Google Maps update on Android and iPhone to follow your progress on the new Contributions tab.
To learn more about how to contribute to google maps and unlock benefits, visit Google website or Help Center.
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