How to Merge Your Google+ Business Account and Your G+ Local Page

Merge your Google+ business account and your G+Local today!

Google+ is fast becoming a business-friendly social media alternative to Facebook. Many law professionals are learning this and are setting up G+ Local pages to help drive local customers to their business. Additionally, Google offers a service known as Google+ Business, which serves a similar purpose as a social media anchor for your company.

Whether you are a Bakersfield drug crime lawyer or a Las Vegas probate attorney, you would do well to optimize your social media presence. You can now merge your Google+ Business account and your G+ Local page into one seamless landing site for potential clients.

First, set up your Google+ Business account and log in to your Google+ Business home page as a manager. Then, follow these steps.

The Google+ merger, step-by-step

1. Make sure that all necessary fields are available for public view. Then click the “Unverified” icon to the right of your business name at the top of the page. Fix any fields that Google suggests when you click it. Click again to verify. Google+ will go through a short thinking process.
2. Choose the G+ Local businesses to associate with your Google+ Business page. You will be offered a list of likely choices, or you can simply browse to find your listed G+ Local business.
3. Agree to all terms and conditions for working with Google. Enter your personal contact information and modify your G+ Local listing data if you wish.
4. Wait to receive your postcard verification from Google. During this time, the “Unverified” icon is no longer visible on your Google+ Business page. A note regarding the pending status of your verification will instead be visible to page managers.
5. When you receive your postcard, follow the instructions on the card. It will give you a PIN and tell you how to verify your account.
6. At the google.com/local/verify page, enter your PIN. Congratulations! You’ve merged your accounts!

Common issues to keep in mind

Remember that you must have a Google+ Business page that has the “Local” page category, or you cannot begin this process. If your address listing is hidden, then you will not receive your postcard in the mail. Additionally, this process is not available for service area businesses.

Legal professionals should consider merging their business and local accounts as it will make it easier to connect with potential clients over the Google+ social network. By making your company’s location and contact information front and center on your Google+ Business page, you bring legitimacy and ease of access to your law firm’s online presence.