A Knowledge Panel is the information box that appears for well known people and organisations. Google builds it from trusted sources. You cannot simply request one, but you can increase your chances and claim it when it exists.
A Knowledge Panel is the box on the right side of search results that shows basic facts about a person, organisation or topic. It gives you a strong presence on the first page and signals credibility, but you cannot create it on request.
Google builds panels from sources it considers reliable. Your job is to make those sources available and consistent.
- Panels are created automatically from reliable sources.
- Notability and consistent information help.
- Once it exists you can claim and suggest edits.
Steps
- Build a clear official websiteInclude an About page with factual details.
- Create consistent profilesUse the same name, description and images across profiles.
- Add structured dataUse schema markup for your person or organisation.
- Earn credible mentionsPress, directories and reputable references.
- Check if a panel existsSearch your name.
- Claim itIf one appears, use the claim option and verify your identity.
- Suggest editsProvide sources for any corrections.
What Google looks for
Google needs enough trustworthy information to be confident about who you are. Typical sources include official websites, reputable news, directories, structured data and knowledge bases. Consistency matters: the same name, description, dates and links across sources help Google connect the dots.
Steps that increase your chances
- Publish a clear About page with factual details
- Add structured data to your site that describes you or your organisation
- Create and complete profiles on major platforms
- Get covered by reputable publications and directories
- Make sure your name, description and logo are consistent everywhere
Claiming and managing a panel
If a panel already exists for you, search for it while signed in to a Google account and look for the option to claim it. Google will ask you to verify your identity, often through your official website or social profiles. Once verified, you can suggest changes to some facts and images.
Be realistic
Some people and businesses never get a panel because they do not meet the threshold. That does not mean you are doing something wrong. Focus on strong profiles and consistent information. A panel may follow, and the same work improves your search presence anyway.
Common reasons panels contain errors
Panels sometimes mix up people with similar names, use outdated information or draw from a source that was wrong. When that happens, find the source of the error, such as an old directory or a wrong database entry, and correct it. Then use the feedback link on the panel to suggest a change, giving links to reliable sources.
Be patient. Updates may take weeks to appear, and Google may ask for further verification.
Email us if you want help preparing your online identity.
Frequently asked questions
Is Wikipedia required?
No, though a Wikipedia article can help. Panels also draw on other sources, such as official websites, trusted databases and news. Do not try to create a Wikipedia page for yourself, because it can be rejected or deleted if you do not meet the guidelines.
Can I pay for a panel?
No. Panels are generated automatically from information Google considers reliable. Anyone who sells guaranteed panels is misleading you. You can only improve the quality and consistency of your sources.
Why can't I get one?
You may not yet meet the threshold for notability, or your information may be inconsistent or thin. Build your presence, earn credible mentions and keep your details consistent. Check again after a few months.
Can I change the facts?
If you have claimed the panel, you can suggest edits and provide sources. Google decides whether to accept them. If the information is wrong, correct it at the source as well.
Does a panel help with reputation?
It can give you a strong, controlled presence on the first page and push other results down. It also boosts trust. It is not a substitute for good content and profiles.
What if the panel shows the wrong person?
Use the feedback option on the panel to report the error. Provide sources that show the correct information and make your own pages clear about who you are.
Need help with this?
Every situation is different. Email us the details in confidence and we will reply with an honest assessment of what can be done.
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