How Do I Correct My Google Business Listing?

If you’re wondering how to correct your Google Business Listing, you’re in the right place. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the steps you need to take to make sure your business information is accurate and up-to-date.

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How to edit your Google Business Listing

If you’ve claimed your business on Google and need to make changes to your listing, you can edit your business name, address, phone number, category, and hours of operation. You can also add photos and a description of your business.

To edit your business listing:

Sign in to Google My Business.
If you have multiple locations, open the location you’d like to modify. From the menu, click Info.
Click the section that you’d like to modify (like name, address, hours, category, etc.). Enter your new information. If you’d like, click Apply changes.
Some edits may take up to a week to appear on Google Search and Maps.

How to change your Google Business Listing

If you’ve moved locations, changed phone numbers, or updated your business hours, you can edit your Google Business Listing to reflect these changes. Here’s how:

1. Sign into Google My Business.
2. If you have multiple locations, open the location you’d like to change.
3. In the left menu, click Info.
4. To make changes to your business name, categories, phone number, website URL or opening hours, click the section you want to change and enter the new information.
5. In the “Is this your business?” section at the bottom of the page, check Yes. Then click Apply.
6. After you make changes to your business information, Google will send a postcard with a PIN code to your business address within a few weeks. You’ll need this PIN code to verify your business.

How to add your business to Google

Google is the most popular search engine in the world, so it makes sense that you’d want your business to show up when people search for keywords related to your business. The good news is that adding your business to Google is relatively simple and only takes a few minutes. Here’s how:

First, go to Google.com/business and click “Start now.”

Enter your business name and address. If your business has multiple locations, you can add them all here.

Choose a category for your business. For example, if you own a plumbing company, you would select “Plumbing.”

Enter a phone number or website where customers can reach you.

Click “Finish” and verify your listing via the method Google provides (usually by phone).

Once you verify your listing, it will appear on Google Maps and in search results when people search for keywords related to your business.

How to optimize your Google Business Listing

Google is the most popular search engine in the world, and as such, it’s important to make sure your business is listed correctly on Google’s search platform. An optimized Google Business Listing can help potential customers find your business more easily, and it can also help improve your search engine ranking. Here are some tips on how to optimize your Google Business Listing:

1. Make sure your business name, address and phone number (NAP) are correct. This information should be consistent across all online platforms, including your website, social media profiles and directories.

2. Add as much detail as possible to your listing. The more information you provide about your business, the easier it will be for customers to find you. Include photos, videos, operating hours, product or service descriptions, etc.

3. Use keyword-rich titles and descriptions. Include relevant keywords that potential customers might use when searching for a business like yours.

4. Add customer reviews and testimonials. Customer reviews can help build trust and credibility for your business. Make it easy for customers to leave reviews by providing links on your website and social media profiles.

How to improve your Google Business Listing

If you have a GMB listing and it’s not performing as well as you’d like, there are a few things you can do to try and improve it.

First, check your business info and make sure it’s up-to-date and accurate. This includes your hours, contact information, website, and business description. You can also add photos and videos to help your listing stand out.

Next, encourage customers to leave reviews on your GMB listing. Good reviews can help improve your visibility and ranking in Google Maps.

Finally, make use of Google My Business Insights to see how customers are finding your listing and what they’re doing once they get there. This data can help you further optimize your listing for better results.

How to get more reviews for your Google Business Listing

Google My Business is a free and easy-to-use tool for businesses and organizations to manage their online presence across Google, including Search and Maps. By verifying and editing your business information, you can both help customers find you and tell them the story of your business.

If you own or manage a business, you can sign up for a free Business Profile on Google. After you sign up and verify your information, you’ll be able to appear in search results and control how your business appears on Google Maps. You can also use your Business Profile to post updates, events, messages, photos, and offers.

If you’re not already using Google My Business, we highly recommend that you sign up! Managing your business information on Google is a great way to ensure that potential customers can easily find accurate information about your business when they search on Google. Plus, it’s completely free!

How to get your Google Business Listing verified

If you have a verified business page on Google, you can request edits to your business name, address, and phone number. You can also add category information, a website URL, and introduce your business with a description. All of this helps customers learn more about your business, and it can also improve your search ranking.

To get started, sign in to Google My Business and make sure you’re using the correct account. Then, select the listing you’d like to edit.

Next to “Info”, click the section you want to change:
-Name: Update your business name or add a secondary name (e.g., nickname, Doing business as)
-Address: Change your address or hours
-Phone number: Update your phone number
-Categories: Classify your business by adding up to 5 categories (e.g., Italian restaurant, running coach)
-Website: Add or claim a website
-Description: Write a short description to introduce customers to your business (up to 750 characters)

How to troubleshoot your Google Business Listing

If you’re having trouble with your Google Business Listing, there are a few things you can do to try to troubleshoot the issue.

First, check to make sure that your listing is verified. You can do this by logging into your Google account and going to the “Listings” tab. If your listing is verified, it will have a checkmark next to it.

If your listing is not verified, you’ll need to verify it in order to make changes to it. To do this, click on the “Verify Now” button and follow the instructions.

Once you’ve verified your listing, you should be able to edit it. If you’re still having trouble, try clearing your cache and cookies and then reloading the page.

If you’re still having issues, reach out to Google support for help.

How to contact Google about your Business Listing

If you have a question or issue with your business listing on Google, there are a few ways to get in touch with us.

Fill out this form: https://support.google.com/business/contact/business_locations?hl=en

Or, you can call us directly: 1-844-491-9665
Mon–Fri, 8am–8pm ET

How to make the most of your Google Business Listing

As a business owner, you want to make sure that your listing on Google is as complete and accurate as possible. An up-to-date, well-organized listing can help you attract new customers and build trust with existing ones. Fortunately, it’s easy to keep your listing fresh — simply follow the steps below.

1. Claim your business listing. If you haven’t already done so, go to Google My Business and claiming your business listing. This will allow you to control the information that appears on your listing, respond to reviews, and get insights about how customers are finding you online.

2. Keep your business information up to date. Once you’ve claimed your listing, take a few minutes to update your business information. This includes things like your hours of operation, contact information, and address. Make sure that all of this information is accurate and up-to-date — otherwise, customers may get frustrated and take their business elsewhere.

3. Add photos and videos. Customers love seeing photos and videos of businesses before they visit them, so make sure to add some visual content to your listing. Whether it’s photos of your products or services or a virtual tour of your storefront or office, this content can go a long way in helping customers get a sense of what you do and what they can expect when they visit you.

4. Encourage customer reviews. Customer reviews play an important role in helping potential customers decide whether or not to do business with you — so it’s important to encourage happy customers to leave them! You can do this by responding promptly to any negative reviews and by prominently displaying links to review sites on your website and social media profiles.

By following these simple tips, you can make sure that your Google Business Listing is working hard for you — attracting new customers and helping existing ones find the information they need about your business quickly and easily