Google Business Profile (GBP): How to Share Your Profile, Get Reviews, and Verify Your Account

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Managing your Google Business Profile (GBP) is key to building trust, gaining visibility, and encouraging customers to leave reviews. Here’s how to access your GBP link, request reviews, create a QR code, and verify your account with a video.

Why This Matters

  • Google reviews help you build credibility and show up in local search.
  • A direct link or QR code makes it easy for customers to leave reviews.
  • Verifying your account ensures you have full control over your profile and visibility.

How to Get Your Google Review Link

  1. Go to business.google.com and log in.
  2. Find your business profile.
  3. Look for “Ask for reviews” — if not visible, click the dropdown arrow for more options.
  4. Click the “Get more reviews” button.
  5. Copy the Google Reviews Link that appears.

How to Create a QR Code for Reviews

  1. Go to Canva.com and log in.
  2. On the left menu, click “Apps.”
  3. Find and open the QR Code app (under Popular or search for it).
  4. Paste the Google Reviews URL into the app.
  5. Set the QR code settings:
    • Background: White
    • Margin: 2
    • Foreground: Black
  6. Click Generate Code.
  7.  Test the QR Code using multiple phones before using it publicly.

How to Find Your GBP Link to Share

  1. Go to business.google.com.
  2. Open your business in Google Maps view.
  3. Click the Share button.
  4. Copy the link under “Link to Share.”

How to Video Verify Your GBP Account

🎥 Watch this demo starting at 1:00: Video Verification Guide

✅ Must-follow example videos (start at 2:30):

📖 Step-by-step written instructions:

🔹 Your video must include:

  • Your Business Location – show signage, street signs, and nearby businesses
  • Your Business Name & Category – ensure signage and equipment match your profile
  • Proof of Authorization – show a key, operate equipment, or display official documents

✅ Record in one continuous video — no edits or cuts.

Troubleshooting & Support

🎥 Try this guide if you have upload issues:

Resources

📍 business.google.com – Manage your profile
🎥 Google Video Verification Instructions
📖 Written Verification Support

Final Tips

✅ Always test your QR codes before printing or sharing
✅ Ask for reviews shortly after service while your business is top-of-mind
✅ Follow the example videos closely to pass Google’s verification review
✅ Save and organize your review and profile links for easy access