Registering your business on Google involves creating a Google My Business (GMB) account. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Sign in or Sign up for Google Account: If you don’t have a Google account, you’ll need to create one. If you already have one, sign in to your Google account.
- Visit Google My Business: Go to the Google My Business website: https://www.google.com/business/
- Click on “Manage Now” or “Start Now”: On the Google My Business page, you’ll find a button to “Manage Now” or “Start Now”. Click on it to begin the registration process.
- Enter Your Business Name: Type in the name of your business. Make sure it’s accurate and matches the name you use elsewhere.
- Choose Your Business Category: Select the category that best describes your business. This helps Google understand what your business is about and how to categorize it in search results.
- Enter Your Business Address: Input the address of your business location. If you’re a service-based business and don’t have a physical location, you can choose to hide your address.
- Specify Your Service Area: If you serve customers at their location (e.g., a plumber or a food delivery service), you can specify the areas you serve. If not, you can skip this step.
- Add Contact Information: Enter your business phone number and website URL. This allows customers to contact you directly and visit your website.
- Verify Your Business: Google needs to verify that you’re the owner or authorized representative of the business. This is typically done by receiving a postcard at the address you provided. Once you receive it, follow the instructions to verify your business.
- Optimize Your Listing: After verification, you can optimize your Google My Business listing by adding photos, business hours, services offered, and other relevant information.
- Regularly Update Your Listing: Keep your listing up to date with any changes to your business information, such as new hours, services, or contact details.
Once your Google My Business listing is set up and verified, your business will appear on Google Maps and in local search results, making it easier for potential customers to find and contact you.