By: Katelyn J. Dougherty, Esq.

In today’s digital age, establishing a robust online presence is pivotal for small businesses. A crucial aspect of achieving this is ensuring your business is featured on prominent mapping platforms like Apple Maps. Apple Maps is a tool employed by millions of iPhone and iPad users to explore local businesses, offering a fantastic opportunity to enhance your visibility. In this blog, we’ll help guide you through the process of adding your small business to Apple Maps.

Cultivate a Strong Online Presence:

Before proceeding to list your business on Apple Maps, it is imperative to create a solid online presence. Make sure your business boasts a professional website, create a Google Business Profile, active social media profiles, and up-to-date contact information. Consistency in the details across all your online platforms is paramount.

Access Apple Maps Connect:

To initiate the process of adding your business to Apple Maps, you’ll need to log in to Apple Maps Connect. You can achieve this by visiting the Apple Maps Connect website (https://mapsconnect.apple.com/) and signing in using your Apple ID. If you do not possess an Apple ID, you will need to create one, but clicking on the “Get Started” button.=

Locate Your Business:

Once you are successfully logged in, proceed to locate your business on Apple Maps. Apple may have already collated some basic information about your business from publicly accessible sources. Find your business on the map and click on it to access more comprehensive details.

Claim Your Business:

If your business is listed but has not been claimed yet, you will encounter an option that reads “Claim this business.” Click on it to commence the verification process. Apple will dispatch a verification code to the business phone number you provide, which must be entered to confirm ownership.

In Case Your Business Is Not Listed:

If your business is absent from Apple Maps, you can add it by clicking the “+ Add Place” button. This will prompt you to input your business particulars, including its name, category, address, phone number, website, and operating hours. Ensure that all information is both accurate and up-to-date.

Verify Your Business:

Following the addition or claiming of your business, Apple Maps will dispatch a verification code to the provided phone number or email address. Input this code to validate your business, with verification typically taking just a few days.

Supplemental Information:

To enhance your business listing, contemplate including high-quality photos, a description of your products or services, and any special offers or promotions. This supplementary information can make your listing more enticing to potential customers.

Routine Updates to Your Listing:

Sustaining an updated listing is indispensable. Whenever changes occur, such as alterations in operating hours, location, or contact details, remember to update your business information. This ensures that customers can access accurate information when searching for your business.

Incorporating your small business into Apple Maps is a pivotal stride in elevating your online visibility and attracting local clientele. It also helps your clients find you more easily! By following the steps above, you can guarantee that your business becomes effortlessly discoverable to Apple device users. Remember to keep your listing current and make the most of any additional features provided by Apple Maps to distinguish your business in the digital landscape.

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This Blog was written by Founding Attorney, Katelyn Dougherty.

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