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How to Set Up Google My Business and Invite a User
How to Set Up Google My Business and Invite a User

Setting this up will help your church manage its online presence across Google, including Search and Maps

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Written by Paul Cox
Updated over 4 months ago

Step 1: Sign In to Google My Business

  1. Open your web browser and go to Google My Business.

  2. Click the Manage now button.

  3. Sign in with your Google account credentials.

Step 2: Add Your Church

  1. After signing in, you'll be prompted to enter the name of your church. Enter the full name and click Next.

  2. Enter the address of your church. If your church serves people at their locations, you can specify this as well.

  3. Select the appropriate category that fits your church and click Next.

  4. Add a contact phone number and your church's website URL. Click Next.

Step 3: Verify Your Business

  1. Choose the method to verify your church. Verification methods include:

    • Postcard by mail: A postcard with a verification code will be sent to your church's address.

    • Phone or email: If available, you may receive a verification code via phone or email.

  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the verification process.

Step 4: Access the GMB Dashboard

  1. Once your church is verified, you'll have access to the Google My Business dashboard.

  2. Here you can update your business information, add photos, and manage reviews.

Step 5: Invite a User

  1. In the Google My Business dashboard, click on the Users button on the left-hand menu.

  2. Click the blue Invite new users button at the top right of the users' management screen.

Step 6: Enter User Details

  1. Enter [email protected] in the email address field.

  2. Select the appropriate role for the new user:

    • Owner: Can manage all aspects of the business and invite other users.

    • Manager: Can manage most aspects of the business but cannot add or remove users.

    • Site manager: Can manage some aspects of the business but has more limited access.

  3. For comprehensive management, it's recommended to select the Manager role.

Step 7: Send Invitation

  1. After selecting the role, click Invite.

  2. The system will send an email invitation to [email protected].

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