You will need to have the Business Directory software installed and enabled
- Log in to the WordPress Admin Dashboard:
- Enter your username and password.
- Navigate to the Business Directory:
- In the left-hand menu, scroll down and click on “Business Directory” (it should appear just below “Pages”).
- Add a New Business:
- Click the “Add New” button at the top of the page.
- Enter Business Information:
- Title: Enter the business name.
- Content: Add a short description of the business. This will appear in the directory listing, so keep it concise and engaging.
- Set the Business Category:
- In the right-hand menu, find the “Business Category” box.
- Choose an existing category or click “Add New Category” to create one.
- Add Business Details:
- Address: Enter the full business address, including line breaks if needed.
- Phone: Add the business phone number.
- Website: Add the full URL for the business website (e.g.,
https://businesswebsite.com). - Facebook: Enter the full URL to the business’s Facebook page (if applicable).
- X (Twitter): Enter the full URL to the business’s X (Twitter) profile (if applicable).
- Instagram: Enter the full URL to the business’s Instagram profile (if applicable).
- Set the Business Logo:
- In the right-hand menu, find the “Featured Image” box.
- Click “Set featured image” and upload a business logo or photo.
- When you upload the image, add Alt Text (e.g., “Business Name Icon”) for accessibility.
- Publish the Business Listing:
- Once all fields are complete, click the “Publish” button.
- Review the Business Listing:
- Go to the Business Directory page on your website (the URL will usually be https://[yoursite.org.uk]/business-directory) and confirm the listing looks correct.
- Ensure the business name, thumbnail, description, and contact information are displaying properly.
That’s it! You’ve successfully added a new business to the directory.
If you run into any issues, double-check that all required fields are filled in and that you’ve set a featured image.
