Search for the business
Go to Yelp’s claim page and enter the business name and location. Select the correct existing page if it appears.
Yelp for Business
Claim and complete your Yelp Business Page.
Search for the business first, claim the matching page or add it, then verify ownership and complete the customer-facing details.
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Free basic listing: Yelp states that creating or claiming a basic Yelp Business Page costs $0. Optional advertisements or premium tools may cost money, but they are not required to complete this guide.
Official process
How to get listed
Claim or add the page
Choose Claim for the matching page. If the business is missing, choose the option to add it to Yelp for free.
Create the business login
Use an owner-controlled email address that is checked regularly and enter the requested business information.
Complete verification
Enter the verification code using one of the methods Yelp offers, which may include email, text, or a call to the listed number.
Complete the free profile
Add accurate hours, categories, services, service area, business description, website, and original photos.
After the listing is live
- Check that the page is approved and visible; new pages may be reviewed.
- Respond professionally to legitimate reviews and messages.
- Keep the free page accurate; paid Yelp products are optional.
CustomMerch.us is independent and is not affiliated with Yelp. Platform interfaces and verification options can change. Follow the current instructions shown by the official platform.