How can I open and close locations directly in Google Business Profile (GBP)?
In most cases, you can easily open or close locations directly via the Uberall platform.
However, in exceptional cases—such as when Google automatically closes locations (e.g., during the COVID-19 crisis)—it may be necessary to adjust a location’s status directly in Google Business Profile (GBP).
Closing or Opening a Location in Google Business Profile
To update the status of a location directly in GBP:
- Log in to Google Business Profile.
- On the left-hand menu, click Businesses.
- In the middle of the window, use the drop-down menu to select the location group you want to work on.
- Select the locations you want to update by checking the box next to their Store Code.
- A blue bar will appear at the top of the screen. Click the Actions drop-down menu.
- From the menu, choose the desired status:
- Open
- Temporarily Closed
- Permanently Closed
- Confirm your update in the pop-up prompt.
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Temporarily Closed
If your business is closed for more than 7 days or closed for the off-season, use the status “Temporarily closed.” If your business is closed for 7 days or less, set Special Hours.