Microsoft's acquisition of Chat GPT has signaled a shift in the world of online search. With Bing's influence growing steadily, it's essential for dental practitioners to ensure their practice listings appear not only on Google but also on Bing. As Microsoft continues to shape the future of online search, this article will walk you through the quick and straightforward process of converting your Google My Business (GMB) page to Bing Places.
Step 1: Getting Started
- To begin, navigate to bingplaces.com and click on the "New user" option.
Step 2: Import Your Data
- Next, click on "Import from Google My Business now."
Step 3: Data Sync Preferences
- Choose the option "I want to sync my business data..."
- Indicate how frequently you'd like data synchronization to occur.
- Click "Continue to Google My Business."
Step 4: Sign In to Your Google My Business Account
- Log in using your Google business account credentials.
Step 5: Grant Access
- Give permission for Bing Places to access your Google My Business data by clicking the "Allow" button.
Step 6: Select Your Dental Practice
- Choose your dental practice from the list of businesses connected to your Google account.
Step 7: Optional User Account Creation
- Optionally, you may create a user account. Alternatively, you can opt for automatic user account creation by clicking the "Google Account" button.
Step 8: Verify Information
- Review the information imported from Google My Business to ensure accuracy.
- Save the information by clicking the "Save" button.
Step 9: Address Validation
- If your dental practice already has an address listed on Google My Business, proceed to the next step.
- If not, address the "Missing Address" issue by clicking the "Review Address" link.
Step 10: Add Your Address
- Initially, provide your personal address. You'll have the option to conceal this address later in the setup process.
- Click the "Edit" link to input your address.
Step 11: Business Details
- Specify your "Segment of Business" and select a "Primary Category" for your dental practice.
- Advance by clicking the "Next" button.
Step 12: Address Privacy
- Choose the "No, hide this address in search results..." option.
- Proceed by clicking "Next."
Step 13: Upload a Business Logo
- Enhance your listing by selecting a business logo from your image collection.
Step 14: Set Business Hours
- Define your dental practice's operating hours.
- Save the information by clicking the "Submit" button.
Step 15: Patience is Key
- Bing advises that it may take up to 14 days for your dental practice to appear in Bing search results. Be prepared for the possibility of a slightly longer wait.
- Upon successful addition, you'll receive an email notification containing a link to your dental practice's listing on Bing Maps.
By following these steps, you'll successfully transition your dental practice from Google My Business to Bing Places. This ensures that you'll be well-prepared for the evolving landscape of online search, driven by Microsoft's Chat GPT, and will reach a broader audience through both Google and Bing.
