If someone searches for a plumber in Springbok or a salon in Clanwilliam, Google shows a map with three results. Those three businesses get 44 percent of all clicks.
Is your business one of them?
Why Google My Business Matters
- It is completely free
- It shows your location on Google Maps
- It displays your phone number, hours and reviews
- It helps you appear in local searches
- It builds credibility with a verified listing
How to Set It Up
- Go to business.google.com
- Add your business name and category
- Add your address (or service area)
- Verify by postcard, phone or email
- Add photos, hours and a description
Common Mistakes
- Wrong phone number or address
- No photos at all
- Not responding to reviews
- Using a generic category
- Not updating holiday hours
Our Bizconnexity SEO packages include full Google My Business setup, optimisation and management. We handle the technical work so you can focus on running your business.
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Frequently asked questions
Claim your free Google Business Profile, add photos and hours, gather reviews, and keep your name, address and phone consistent everywhere. Easy Rank can handle all of it for you.
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