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Sign up for a Business Profile on Google

Important: When you register a new business, there might be a Business Profile for an old
business at the same location. Do not try to claim it. Instead, suggest an edit to have it marked
as closed. Then, you can create a new profile for your business.

1. On your computer, sign in to manage your Business Profile .

2. Sign in to your Google Account, or create one. Then, click Next.
• Sign up with your business email domain since this account will be for your chain. Enter the
name of your business or chain. If you have a chain, you can also select it from the
suggestions that display as you type.

3. Enter your business’ or chain’s address. Then, click Next.

• You may also be asked to position a marker on the location of your business or chain’s
branch on a map. If your business doesn’t have a physical location but operates within a
service area, you can list the area instead. Then, click Next. 
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b. Click Next. If you also serve customers outside your business address, you'll have the
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• If you don't serve customers at your business address:
a. Enter your business address.
b. At the bottom, click I deliver goods and services to my customers   Next.
c. List your service areas, then click Next.

5. Search for and select a business category. Then, click Next.

6. Enter a phone number or website URL, then click Finish.
• You'll also have the option to create a website based on your information. It’s
recommended that you provide the individual phone number or store page for each
location, rather than a single centralized call center.

7. Select a verification option. It's recommended that you review your information before you
request verification.
• To verify now, at the top, find the red banner and click Verify now.
• To verify later, click Verify later  Later.
• If you’re not authorized to manage the Business Profile for the chain, find the person
in your organization who’s authorized and continue the process.

Review your business information

Be sure to confirm that your business information is correct. When you verify your business
information, it means all your information is ready for customers to find across Google.

To edit incorrect information, follow these steps:

1. When you sign up for Business Profile, during the verification step,  click Verify later
 Later.
• If you manage more than one profile, on the left, open the Menu and click Manage
businesses. Then, select the profile you want to edit.

2. On the left, click Menu   Info.

3. Next to each section you want to change, click Edit . Then, enter your business
information.
4. Click Apply.

Now that you either claimed or created your Business Profile, it’s time to verify your Business
Profile. After you verify, your business information will be eligible to display across Google.

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