Use Google Maps to claim your business
You can add your business through Google Maps on your computer by searching for a location, right-clicking on a spot, or through the menu.
- On your computer, go to Google Maps.
- You can add your business in 3 ways:
- Enter your address in the search bar. On the left, in the Business Profile, click Add your business.
- Right-click anywhere on the Map. Then, click Add your business.
- In the top left, click Menu

Add your business.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to finish signing up for Google My Business.
If you would rather claim your business through Google My Business account, follow these instructions:
First you need to go to
Google My Business and login or create an account. Then do the following:
- Enter your business’ or chain’s address. You may also be asked to position a marker on the location of your chain’s branch on a map. If your business doesn’t have a physical location but works in a service area, you can list the area instead. Then, click Next.
- Choose if you want your business location to appear on Google Maps.
- If you serve customers at your business address:
- Enter your business address.
- Click Next.
Note: If you also serve customers outside your business address, you'll have the option to list your service areas as well.
- If you don't serve customers at your business address:
- Enter your business address.
- At the bottom, click I deliver goods and services to my customers
Next. - List your service areas, then click Next.
- Search for and select a business category. You can also choose a more specific category as appropriate. Then, click Next.
- Enter a phone number or website URL for your chain, and click Finish.
Once you finish, you must select a verification option to verify your business.