Creating Your First Post

Getting to the Post Form

From the sidebar, click Posts, then click the Create Post button. This opens the post creation form where you will write and configure your post.

Writing Your Post

1. Select a Location — Choose which Google Business Profile you want to publish to. If you only have one connected account, it will be selected for you.
2. Choose a Post Type — Select "Standard" for a basic update. You can also choose "Event" or "Offer" for more specific content, but a standard post is the simplest way to start.
3. Write Your Content — Enter the text of your post. You have up to 1,500 characters. Keep your message clear and relevant to your customers.
4. Add an Image (optional) — Click the image upload area to attach a photo. Supported formats are JPEG, PNG, GIF, and WebP. The image will be automatically optimized for the best display quality.
5. Add a Call-to-Action Button (optional) — If you want customers to take a specific action, select a button type (such as "Learn More," "Book," or "Order") and provide the URL it should link to.

Publishing Options

Once your post is ready, you have three choices:

• Publish Now — The post is sent to Google immediately.
• Schedule for Later — Pick a date and time for the post to go live automatically. Make sure your timezone is set correctly in your Profile settings.
• Save as Draft — Save your work without publishing. You can come back and finish it later.

After Publishing

Once your post is published, it will appear on your Google Business Profile. You can view it in your Posts list along with its status. Published posts cannot be edited, but you can duplicate a post to create a new version with changes.

If Something Goes Wrong

If a post fails to publish, you will see a "Failed" status with an error message explaining what happened. In most cases, you can retry the post by clicking the retry button. The system will attempt up to 3 retries before marking the post as permanently failed.

What to Post

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Share a business update or announcement.
• Highlight a product, service, or seasonal promotion.
• Post photos of your business, team, or recent work.
• Announce upcoming events or special hours.

Regular posting keeps your profile active and helps customers stay engaged with your business.