1. How do I change my business address in Google Business?
Steps:
- Sign in to your Google Business Profile account.
- Select the business you wish to update.
- Click the “Info” tab on the left-side menu.
- Locate your current address and click the pencil icon to edit it.
- Enter the new address, ensuring it's accurate.
- Save your changes and wait for verification from Google (this may take a few days).
2. How do I update my business hours on Google?
Steps:
- Sign in to your Google Business Profile account.
- Choose the business location you want to update.
- Click on the “Info” tab.
- Find the “Hours” section and click the pencil icon.
- Adjust the hours as needed, including any special hours.
- Save your changes. Updates will reflect on Google Maps and Search after approval.
3. How can I change my business phone number in Google Business?
Steps:
- Log into your Google Business Profile.
- Select the business location you'd like to edit.
- Navigate to the “Info” tab.
- In the “Phone” section, click the pencil icon.
- Enter your new phone number and click “Save.”
- Your changes will be live after verification from Google.
4. How do I update my business category on Google?
Steps:
- Sign in to your Google Business Profile.
- Select the business you want to update.
- In the “Info” section, scroll to the “Category” section.
- Click the pencil icon and select the new business category that fits best.
- Save the changes, and it may take some time for Google to verify.
5. How do I change my business name in Google Business?
Steps:
- Log in to your Google Business Profile.
- Choose the business you want to update.
- Click on “Info” from the menu.
- Click the pencil icon next to your business name to update it.
- After entering the new business name, click “Save.”
- Google will review the changes, and approval can take a few days.
6. Can I update multiple locations at once in Google Business?
Yes, you can. If you manage multiple business locations, you can bulk update them through a spreadsheet upload. Steps:
- Download the location management spreadsheet template from Google Business Profile.
- Fill out the spreadsheet with the updated information for each location.
- Upload the updated spreadsheet to your Google Business account, and Google will process the changes.
7. How long does it take for Google to reflect changes in my business information?
After submitting changes, Google typically takes up to 3 business days to review and approve updates. Sometimes, verification processes (e.g., postcards, phone calls) may extend this time.
8. What if my changes aren’t showing on Google?
If your changes aren't appearing after 3 days:
- Ensure your account is verified.
- Double-check that all the information you provided follows Google’s guidelines.
- Check for any verification emails from Google.
- Contact Google Business Profile Support for further assistance.
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