Google My Business

Manage your online presence including how you show up in searches and in Maps using Google My Business.

Step 1: Sign In to Google My Business

  1. Go to the Google My Business website.
  2. Sign in with your Google account. If you don't have one, create a Google account.

Step 2: Add Your Business

  1. Click on "Manage now"
  2. Enter your business name and click "Next".
  3. Select your business category and click "Next".

Step 3: Enter Your Location

  1. Choose whether you have a physical location that customers can visit:
    1. If you select "Yes", enter your business address and click "Next".
    2. If you select "No", enter the areas you serve and click "Next".

Step 4: Add Contact Information

  1. Enter your phone number and website URL.
  2. Click "Next"

Step 5: Verify Your Business

  1. Choose a verification method:
    1. Postcard by mail (default and most common method)
    2. Phone (if eligible)
    3. Email (if eligible)
    4. Instant verification (if you’ve already verified your business with Google Search Console)
  2. Follow the instructions to complete verification. If verifying by postcard, you will receive a code by mail within 5 days.

Step 6: Complete Your Profile

  1. Add your business hours.
  2. Add services or products.
  3. Add a business description.
  4. Add photos of your business.

Step 7: Optimize Your Listing

  1. Post updates regularly: Share news, offers, events, and updates.
  2. Respond to customer reviews: Engage with customers by thanking them for positive reviews and addressing any concerns in negative reviews.
  3. Add FAQs: Provide answers to common questions to help potential customers.
  4. Monitor insights: Use Google My Business Insights to see how customers find your business and interact with your listing.

Step 8: Keep Information Updated

  1. Regularly update your business information: Ensure that your business hours, contact information, and services are always current.
  2. Add new photos: Keep your gallery fresh with new images to attract customers.

A good Google business listing will be a huge help to your online presence. Be sure to take it seriously and keep it updated! Good luck!

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