How to Customize Business Opening Hours on Google Maps
If you are in charge of your business and want to update the business hours on Google Maps, here are the steps to follow:
For Business Owners:
The most efficient way to manage your business hours is through your Google My Business (GMB) account. Here’s how to proceed:
Access your GMB profile by searching for the business on Google Maps and clicking on the 'Your business' tab on the right side of the screen.
Click on the 'Edit profile' button.
Under 'Business information,' find and click on the 'Hours' section.
Update the hours as needed and click 'Save.'
For Non-Owners:
Here’s what you can do if you are not the business owner:
Search for the business you want to update on Google Maps.
Click on the business name, and scroll down to the 'Hours' section.
Find the 'Suggest an edit' button and click it.
Use the provided form to select 'Edit hours' and make the necessary changes.
Click 'Send' to submit your changes for review.
Remember, Google is responsible for reviewing and applying your changes. If the changes are approved, they will be reflected on the business's Google Maps page.
Pro Tips for Accurate Business Information:
Always ensure that your business information is accurate and up to date across all platforms. Google retrieves this data from various sources, so:
Verify that your business hours are correctly listed on well-known websites such as Yelp, Google My Business, Angies List, and others.
Consider claiming incorrect or outdated listings and correcting them.
Report issues directly through the Place page where the incorrect information is displayed.
In case Google's algorithm yields incorrect business hours, you can temporarily add correct business hours into custom fields on your GMB profile. This acts as a quick fix until Google resolves the issue. However, it is essential to weigh the potential impact on your search rankings against displaying incorrect business hours. It’s always a good idea to consult industry experts such as Andrew Shotland or Mike Blumenthal for further guidance.