Step-by-step instructions

1. Log in to your google account & Click on "Google Business Profile Manager".

2. Your "unverified" business will be visible here. Click on "Get Verified" button.

3. Google will show you the available verification methods. While options can vary, phone verification is generally the quickest.(In case you have trouble getting verified by phone code, you can also get the verification done by Google Business Video Verification)

4. Once you choose Phone code option, you can get a code on "text" or on "call", choose what suits you the best & click on "next".

5. Enter the 6 Digit verification code & click on "verify" button.

6. The Verification may take up to 5 days, once verified your Google Business Page will be publicly visible.

FAQs

1. How long does the verification process take?

• Phone or Email: This is an instant process, you just need to enter the code.

• Video: It takes up to 5 Business Days

• Postcard: It takes upto 20-25 days depending on the arrival of post at your address

2. I operate the business from my home, how do I verify it?

For Service area business like plumbing, Carpentry or cleaning services the best way is to use Phone code verification method. But if it does not work you can opt for Business Video verification (Use your vehicle, tool box or related items to record the video). Postcard method can also be used by sending it physically to your home address.

3. Can I choose different verification method?

In most of the cases, Google itself will give you an option for verifying the profile, If you have been given the option of Phone code Verification you can choose that otherwise you can opt for Business Video Verification option.