How to Fix: Products or Services Not Showing #
Items you added are saved in your dashboard but not visible publicly on your profile.
Step-by-Step Solution #
Step 1: Verify Eligibility #
Products and services features are only available for certain categories:
- Products: Retail stores, restaurants, some services
- Services: Service-based businesses (lawyers, contractors, etc.)
- Check if your category qualifies
Step 2: Check Product/Service Compliance #
Items must follow guidelines:
- No prohibited items (weapons, drugs, adult content)
- Accurate pricing
- Clear descriptions
- Appropriate for your business category
- No misleading information
Step 3: Add Items Correctly #
For Services:
- Click Services in your dashboard
- Click Add service
- Select category or create custom
- Add description (required)
- Add price or price range
- Save
For Products:
- Click Products in dashboard
- Click Add product
- Upload product photo
- Add name and description
- Add price
- Select category
- Save
Step 4: Wait for Review #
- New items take 24-72 hours to appear
- Google reviews items for policy compliance
- Check back after waiting period
Step 5: Ensure Complete Information #
Items are more likely to show if they have:
- High-quality photos (for products)
- Detailed descriptions
- Accurate pricing
- Relevant categories
- All required fields filled
Step 6: Troubleshoot If Still Not Showing #
Try these fixes:
- Remove and re-add the item
- Try different photos
- Shorten or revise description
- Check for policy violations
- Contact support if persistent
Step 7: Check Category Eligibility #
Some categories don’t support products/services:
- If you don’t see Products or Services in your dashboard
- Your category may not qualify
- Consider changing to a more specific category
Common Issues #
Products:
- Poor quality photos → Replace with clear, well-lit images
- Missing prices → Add accurate pricing
- Inappropriate category → Use correct product category
Services:
- Vague descriptions → Be specific about what’s included
- No pricing → Add starting price or range
- Too many services → Focus on core offerings
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