Google Business Profile Setup Guide

✔️ What You Need (Checklist)

• Google account (Gmail login)
• Business name
• Business category (e.g. Bakery, Realtor)
• Business location or service areas
• Phone number
• Website (optional)
• Business hours
• Short business description
• Business photos (logo, storefront, services)
• Address for Google to send verification postcard

🛠️ Step-by-Step Setup Instructions

1. Go to google.com/business and click Manage now.
2. Sign in with your Google account (or create one).
3. Enter your business name and click Next.
4. Choose the most accurate business category.
5. Add your business address or select service areas if you don’t have a storefront.
6. Place your location pin on the map.
7. Add your phone number and website (optional).
8. Finish and choose your verification method (usually postcard).
9. After verification, add business hours, description, and photos.
10. You're done! 🎉 Your business will now show up on Google Maps and Search.