Adding your business to Google Maps means creating a Google Business Profile (GBP). Your GBP is what powers your Maps listing. Once created and verified, your business appears on Google Maps for customers searching nearby.
Step 1: Check if you already have a listing
Open Google Maps on your phone or browser. Search your business name. If a listing exists but is unclaimed, you will see "Claim this business" -- click that instead of creating a duplicate.
Step 2: Create your listing at business.google.com
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Go to business.google.com
Click "Manage now" and sign in with your Google account.
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Enter your business name
Use your exact name as it appears on signage. Do not add keywords.
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Choose your category
Select the most specific category for your main service. This is your most important ranking decision.
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Add your location
If customers visit you: add your address. If you go to them: set a service area instead.
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Add phone and website
These appear directly in your Maps listing.
Step 3: Verify
Google requires verification before your Maps listing goes live. Options: postcard (5-14 days), or phone/email if available. Once verified, you appear on Google Maps.
After adding to Maps: what to do
- Add opening hours for every day
- Upload at least 5 photos
- Write your business description
- Share your review link with first 5 customers
- Post your first GBP update
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