{"id":7835,"date":"2025-02-19T06:08:18","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T06:08:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.privyr.com\/blog\/?p=7835"},"modified":"2026-05-05T04:50:20","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T04:50:20","slug":"how-to-add-website-to-google-business-profile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.privyr.com\/blog\/how-to-add-website-to-google-business-profile\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Add your Website to Google Business Profile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Updated on November 2, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking to enhance the online visibility of your business as a beginner? Google Business Profile<\/a> is a great place to start. It\u2019s free and you don\u2019t need any technical knowledge to set it up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Google Business Profile allows you to manage how your business appears on Google Search and Maps and it\u2019s a great tool to boost local SEO<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In this article we\u2019ll explain everything you need to know about Google Business Profile, guide you through adding your website to it, and discuss the alternatives to Google Business Profile Website as it will be discontinued soon.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Google Business Profile <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Provided by Google, a Google Business Profile is a free tool you can use to manage your online presence across Google, including the Search and Maps functions. With a Google Business Profile, you can ensure your potential customer comes across accurate and detailed information about your business whenever they search for you or the services you offer. This includes the business name, address, phone number, website, hours of operation, customer reviews, photos, and even directions to the location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Google Business Profile is a great tool to enhance your local SEO<\/a> as it helps your business to appear in local search results and Google’s Local Pack. The platform also allows you to publish posts, respond to customer reviews, and even gain insights into how customers are interacting with your profile. Google Business Profile is a powerful tool you\u2019d want to use if you\u2019re a small business looking to enhance your digital presence, engage with potential customers, and compete more effectively in the local marketplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why you should create a Google Business Profile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A Google Business Profile doesn’t just help boost your online presence \u2013 it also improves your customer engagement. Here are a few important benefits of a Google Business Profile: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increased visibility<\/strong>: A Google Business Profile boosts your business\u2019 appearance in your local search results and on Google Maps. Potential customers can find you easily when they search for products or services you offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enhanced local SEO<\/strong>: It boosts your local SEO and helps your business rank higher on Google Search. With a Google Business Profile, your business will be more visible to local customers who are ready to purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Direct customer interaction<\/strong>: Google Business Profile allows customers to review your products and services, ask questions, and leave messages. Your response to reviews and questions can build trust and credibility, helping build a positive reputation of your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insights<\/strong>: Your Business Profile comes with Google\u2019s valuable insights which lets you discover information such as how customers found your profile, what keywords they searched, and what actions they took. With these insights, you can make informed marketing and business decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Free and easy to use<\/strong>: Google Business Profile is free to use and pretty straightforward to manage. It\u2019s a great option for small businesses and solopreneurs looking to improve their online presence without making a significant investment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s how to create Google Business Profile <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1<\/strong>. Go to www.google.com\/business and sign in with your Google account. If you don’t have a Google account, create one. Click on “Manage now<\/strong>” to continue creating your profile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2<\/strong>. Enter your business name and click on \u201cContinue<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3<\/strong>. Choose your <\/strong>business type from Online retail, Local store, <\/strong>or Service business,<\/strong> and click Next<\/strong> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4: <\/strong>Enter your Business category,<\/strong> Google will suggest a list of business categories to choose as you type in the textbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5: <\/strong>Based on your selected Business type<\/strong>, Google asks for other business details such as address, service areas, and contact information<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4<\/strong>. Verify your business. Google needs to verify that your business is legitimate and that you are its owner. For local listings, it\u2019s generally done with a postcard \u2013 which may take a couple of days to be delivered. Verification can also be done through phone, email, or instant verification through Google Search Console for select categories. Follow the instructions provided for the method applicable to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5<\/strong>. Once verified, customise your profile by adding more details like your website, business hours, photos, a business description, services offered, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Congrats, you’ve now created your Business Profile. When someone looks for your business on Google, it will show up on the right side of the search results page like this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to add your website to Google Business Profile <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: <\/strong>Login to your Google Business Profile<\/strong>, find and click on Edit profile<\/strong> from the dashboard to view your Business information<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> On the Business information<\/strong> window, click on the Contact<\/strong> tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3<\/strong>: Under contact information<\/strong>, click on the Website<\/strong> pencil icon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Add your business website URL<\/strong> in the textbox and click the Save<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your website is now linked to your Google Business Profile and will be visible to online visitors. Do note that the changes made to the website URL may take up to 3 days to be reviewed and updated.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the alternatives to Google Business Profile Websites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before March 2024, Google Business Profile allowed users to quickly and easily create their own business websites. However, this service has since been discontinued. If you relied on it, you\u2019ll need to explore alternative website options. Linking your website to your Google Business Profile remains essential for maintaining your online presence and credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before deciding what to put, think about the purpose of your Google Business Profile. Do you want to redirect your local visitors to a page where they\u2019ll know further about your products and services? Or do you want them to make a purchase directly? Or maybe you want to collect their information so you can communicate with them later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some alternatives to Google Business Profile websites you may want to consider:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Free websites provided by other platforms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Free websites are an excellent starting point to establish an online presence without a significant investment. And fortunately, Google is not the only platform that allows you to create a free website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Platforms like WordPress and Wix allow you to create basic websites using pre-designed templates for free with their user-friendly website builders. If you need more control over the design and functionality, a website builder API<\/a> allows programmatic access to create, edit, and manage site components directly through code. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Free tools come with limited customisation and functionality compared to paid options, but you have options to upgrade services as your business grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your own custom website<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want a more professional online presence, custom websites offer advanced features and a professional domain name. They also give you the flexibility to find the right domain for your business<\/a>, helping you build a strong and memorable brand identity. Custom websites come with design flexibility, advanced SEO tools, e-commerce capabilities, and many great options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many platforms offer custom website-building services, including built-in\u00a0domain name search<\/a>\u00a0features to help you get started quickly. Custom websites come with design flexibility, advanced SEO tools, e-commerce capabilities, and many great options.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good news is that it’s incredibly affordable to create a standard custom website. If you want a content marketing and SEO-focused website, you may want to go for premium plans of WordPress. If you’re a niche business like a law firm, you may want to collaborate with specialised partners like a lawyer SEO agency<\/a>. It can significantly enhance your site’s visibility and attract targeted clientele. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shopify is a great platform for eCommerce websites, while Squarespace works well for general business sites. Cybernews<\/a> tested both and found Shopify loads faster and works better for scaling, while Squarespace costs less and suits smaller stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can alternatively opt for premium plans of hosting platforms like Namehero<\/a>, GoDaddy, Webnode<\/a>, Bluehost, Squarespace or Hostinger<\/a>. Most of these platforms also offer website builders with hosting plans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Online forms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Online forms can be a good alternative if you\u2019re looking to collect customer information without managing a full website. They are straightforward to set up and come with less hassle compared to creating a full website. Platforms like Privyr, Jotform, Google, and Typeform allow you to create online lead generation forms with their online form builders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking to create an excellent mobile-friendly lead generation form for free, try using Privyr\u2019s form builder tool. One advantage of Privyr lead forms is that it allows you to automatically access your leads on the Privyr mobile app, making your outreach and sales process much more efficient and increasing your chances of converting leads into customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Privyr Form can be set up in seconds. You\u2019ll have a custom URL that you can place a link to on your Google Business Profile just like you place a link to a website. Here\u2019s how to create a free online form on Privyr. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Download Privyr app on your smartphone. Privyr is available on both Google Play Store and App Store.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Open Privyr mobile app and go to your Account tab and tap Lead Forms. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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            Final words<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Google Business Profile can be a great first step in boosting your online presence. However, your journey doesn’t end with it. Consider engaging with your potential customers via other digital channels, such as social media and emails.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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