Yelp for Business at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesFree business page; paid ads from ~$100+/mo
- Domain rating
- DR 94
- Account
- Sign up with email, Google or Facebook
- Captcha
- hCaptcha
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Submit at
- biz.yelp.com/claim
What Yelp for Business is and who it's for
Yelp is a local-business directory and review platform. Businesses can claim a free Yelp Page to manage their information, respond to reviews, and add photos. Yelp also offers paid advertising and upgrade packages to increase visibility. It is designed for physical, local businesses rather than online-only products.
Consumers looking for local services, restaurants, and other brick-and-mortar businesses.
It lists
- Local businesses with a physical location
- Home and local services
- Restaurants
- Businesses with multiple locations (via Yelp for Brands)
It doesn't take
- Online-only or SaaS businesses without a physical location
How to submit to Yelp for Business, step by step
Search for your business on biz.yelp.com/claim. If it exists, claim it; if not, add it. You'll need to create a Yelp for Business account and verify your business by phone or email.
Search for your business
Go to biz.yelp.com/claim and enter your business name in the search box. If your business already has a Yelp page, select it to claim. If not, choose to add a new business.
Create an account
Sign up for a Yelp for Business account using email, Google, or Facebook. You'll need to complete an hCaptcha.
Verify your business
Verify ownership by phone or email. Yelp will call the business phone number or send a verification code to the business email.
Complete your business page
After verification, fill in your business details: category, address, hours, phone, website, and photos. Your page goes live immediately, but you can continue to update it.
What the Yelp for Business form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Your business name | max 64 characters |
Our free preview drafts your name, tagline, short and long descriptions, categories and tags in the lengths directories like this one ask for. Try it with your URL.
Yelp for Business pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Yelp Business Page | Free | 20+ free tools, get found in search, request quotes, respond to reviews and messages |
| Yelp Ads | From $150/month | Prime ad spots, targeting by location and keyword, ad performance tracking |
| Upgrade Package | $180/month | Eye-catching visuals, promote seasonal offers, no competitor ads on your page |
| Yelp Ads & Upgrade Package | From $270/month | All Yelp Ads and Upgrade Package benefits, Verified License display |
Why Yelp for Business submissions get rejected or stall
- Business is online-only with no physical location
- Business name exceeds 64 characters
- Duplicate listing for an already claimed business
- Failure to verify ownership via phone or email
- Inaccurate or misleading business information
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Claim your page as soon as possible; even if you don't plan to advertise, the free tools help you manage your online presence.
- Use the free features like responding to reviews and adding photos to improve customer trust.
- If you have multiple locations, consider Yelp for Brands for bulk management.
- Be prepared for a sales call after claiming; Yelp Ads representatives often reach out.
Our take on Yelp for Business
Yelp is essential for any local business with a physical location. The free listing is quick to set up and provides valuable tools. Paid advertising can be effective but is optional; start with the free page and consider ads if you need more leads.
Yelp for Business FAQ
Is Yelp for Business free?
Yes, the basic Yelp Business Page is free. Paid options like Yelp Ads and Upgrade Package start at $150/month and $180/month respectively.
How long does it take to get listed on Yelp?
Your business page goes live immediately after you claim and verify it. Verification typically takes a few minutes via phone or email.
Can I list an online-only business on Yelp?
No, Yelp is for local businesses with a physical location. Online-only businesses are not accepted.
Do I need a Yelp account to claim my business?
Yes, you must create a Yelp for Business account using email, Google, or Facebook.
Checked against Yelp for Business's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: business.yelp.com, biz.yelp.com/claim, business.yelp.com/local-business-pricing/, business.yelp.com/restaurants/yelp-restaurants-pricing/. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
