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How to Appear on Apple Maps

Quick Answer

To appear on Apple Maps, claim your business through Apple Business Connect — Apple's free business listing tool. Once approved, your business shows up on Apple Maps across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and CarPlay.

1.Go to businessconnect.apple.com

Apple Business Connect is Apple's free tool for managing your Maps listing.

2.Sign in with your Apple ID

Use an existing Apple ID or create a free one.

3.Search for your business

Apple will look for existing listings from third-party data sources. If your business is already listed, claim it. If not, you can add it.

4.Verify your business

Apple verifies ownership via phone call, SMS, or email to the business's publicly listed number or address. Some businesses may need to submit documentation.

5.Complete your Place Card

Add your hours, phone number, website, photos, and a business description. Apple calls your listing a "Place Card" — the more complete it is, the better it displays.

6.Publish your listing

Once verified and complete, your business appears on Apple Maps. Updates typically go live within a few days.

Tip: Apple Maps gets over 1.5 billion map-related requests per week, mostly from iPhone users. If your business is service-based and your customers are iPhone users, this is a must-do — and it's completely free.


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