Business owners are always looking for ways to boost their online presence and reach a wider audience. And now, Google has made it simple with their latest feature: adding social profiles to your Business Profile.
This makes it easier for your customers to connect with you on all platforms. In this article, we will guide you step-by-step through the process of adding your social media profiles to your Business Profile and take advantage of this new feature.
Step 1: Google your business
The first step is to Google your business to find it in on the search results page. If you are logged into Chrome with the same email address as your Google Business Profile, it will pop up at the top with a whole host of tools to use.
Step 2: Edit profile
Next, click on 'Edit Profile' at the top left of the management panel to start making changes to your profile.
Step 3: Scroll down to the new feature to add social links
As you scroll down, you will see a new feature that allows you to add social links to your profile. Click on 'Add profile' to start adding your social media profiles.
Step 4: Add your social media profiles
You can add up to 7 social media profiles, including LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Simply copy and paste the link to your social media profile in the appropriate field. Make sure to double-check and paste accurately to ensure your information is 100% precise.
Step 5: Save!
Once you've added your social media profiles, click on 'Save' to make the changes permanent.
Keep in mind that it usually takes less than 10 minutes for Google to approve your edits. Google wants information on their platform to be accurate and reliable, so they may need to review your edits to ensure that the information you provided is correct.
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Step 6: Check out the comprehensive guide, direct from Google
For a comprehensive guide to making edits to your Business Profile, check out this helpful guide from Google: https://support.google.com/business/answer/3039617?hl=en-GB
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Adding your social media profiles to your Google Business Profile is a strategic way to improve your online presence and connect with your customers on all platforms. With more and more people turning to online platforms to discover and connect with businesses, it's crucial to have a strong and consistent presence across all channels, especially Google.
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