Local visibility

Get your business listed where customers search.

Use these independent, step-by-step guides to prepare accurate information and complete each platform’s official free listing process.

The business owner should retain ownership.

Never give a third party your password or verification code. Add trusted helpers through each platform’s official access controls.

Choose a platform

Start with the places your customers already use.

Creating or claiming the basic listings below is free. Some platforms also sell optional advertising or upgrades; those are not required for the basic listing.

G

Google Search & Maps

Help customers find your storefront or service-area business on Google.

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B

Bing Places

Claim or add your business information for Bing search and maps.

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A

Apple Maps

Manage how your brand and locations appear across Apple services.

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Y

Yelp

Claim a free Yelp Business Page and complete the information customers see.

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f

Facebook

Create a free business Page with contact details, services, and updates.

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Prepare once, then reuse accurate information

  • Exact real-world business name
  • Primary category and services
  • Direct business phone and website
  • Customer-facing hours
  • Storefront address or truthful service area
  • Logo, cover image, and original photos
  • Short business description
  • Owner-controlled email account