How to Add Your Business to Google Maps

Previously known as Google Places, the Google Maps Function presently belongs to the dashboard of Google My Business, the dashboard of Google to track and manage your digital presence across different platforms of Google with the inclusion of AdWords, Google Analytics, Google+, Google Maps (Google Local).

If you are getting ready to start listing, just remember that in some situations, Google will show businesses from communities around in the Local search results; however, you are just permitted for registering your business in the city or town in which you stay physically.

Claiming or adding your business on Google My Business:

Your business should exist already in the directory of Google My Business if it is established. All you need is just claiming it. New locations and new businesses will possibly need to be added.

1. At first, go to Google My Business and then follow the link of ‘Get on Google’.

2. Then, enter the name and address of your business in the Search Box.

3. Next, if your business listing seems among the recommended matches, click on that. If it does not appear, then Add Your Business and give essential info.

Remember that the address you are providing will be shown as your default address online. So, you should provide a permanent address.

Also remember that giving relevant and specific info to Google will help you display your business listing most appropriately.

Always select a relevant category to describe your business. This way, Google can classify your business and by typing this category people can easily find out your business.

For every industry, Google has preset keywords and categories. So, first, type the suitable keyword for your business to see whether it matches with the search result and then choose the most relevant one. Well, you will always get the opportunity for adding more categories later.

4. Google will always verify the address of your business location. Generally, this implies waiting 1 to 2 weeks for a postcard with your verification PIN.

Sometimes, you will be provided with an option to get your PIN by automated phone call or text message for completely the function with more ease.

5. Finally, you need to confirm your business by setting up a Google+ page. In Local Search Optimization, setting up the Google My Business page is the first step to being taken, and must be highly important for every business with a hope of being found across the web.