Managing Your Listing

Everything you need to know about logging in, updating, and optimizing your business listing

7 sections•15 min read

1

Logging In to Your Dashboard

Access your business dashboard to manage your listing anytime.

How to:

1.Go to the STL Business Guide homepage
2.Click 'Owner Login' in the top navigation
3.Enter your email address and password
4.If you forgot your password, click 'Forgot Password' to reset
5.Once logged in, you'll see your Business Dashboard

Tips:

•Use the same email you used when creating your listing
•Check your spam folder if you don't see the password reset email
•Keep your login credentials secure
•You can stay logged in on trusted devices

2

Understanding Your Dashboard

Your dashboard is the control center for your business listing.

Dashboard Features:

•View your current plan (Free, Premium, or VIP)
•See your listing status (Active, Pending, Expired)
•Quick access to edit your business information
•Manage your photos and media
•View analytics and performance stats
•Access coupons and promotions (Premium/VIP only)

3

Editing Your Business Information

Keep your business details up-to-date to attract more customers.

What You Can Edit:

•Business name and description
•Contact information (phone, email, website)
•Business hours and availability
•Physical address and service area
•Social media links
•Business categories

Best Practices:

•Update your description seasonally to stay relevant
•Keep phone numbers and emails current
•Add holiday hours during special seasons
•Review and update categories as your services evolve

4

Managing Photos & Media

Visual content helps your business stand out and build trust.

Media Types:

•Logo - Your business identity (square format)
•Featured Image - Main photo shown in search results
•Gallery Images - Showcase your work, products, or team
•Video - Premium/VIP feature for dynamic content

Photo Guidelines:

•Upload high-resolution images (minimum 800px wide)
•Use professional, well-lit photos
•Show real photos of your business, not stock images
•Update photos seasonally to keep listing fresh
•Free: 1 logo + 3 gallery images
•Premium: 1 logo + 10 gallery images + video
•VIP: Unlimited photos + video + banner ads

5

Understanding Your Analytics

Track how customers interact with your listing.

Key Metrics:

•Profile Views - How many people viewed your listing
•Website Clicks - Visitors clicking through to your website
•Phone Clicks - Customers clicking to call you
•Email Clicks - Customers reaching out via email
•Direction Clicks - People getting directions to your location

Analytics available for Premium and VIP listings only. Free listings show basic view counts.

6

Upgrading Your Plan

Get more features and visibility with a Premium or VIP listing.

Upgrade Benefits:

•Priority placement in search results
•More photos and video support
•Detailed analytics dashboard
•Coupon and promotion features
•Social media promotion
•Verified business badge

How to Upgrade:

1.Go to your Dashboard
2.Click 'Upgrade Plan' or 'View Plans'
3.Select Premium or VIP
4.Complete secure payment
5.Your upgraded features activate immediately

7

Getting Help

Support is available when you need assistance.

Support Options:

•Email Support: Available for all listing types
•Priority Support: Premium and VIP get faster response
•Help Center: Browse guides and FAQs
•Contact Form: Submit questions through the website

Common Issues:

•Can't log in? Use the 'Forgot Password' link
•Photos not uploading? Check file size (max 5MB)
•Changes not showing? Allow 24 hours for review
•Need to transfer ownership? Contact support

Quick Login Steps

Go to stlbusinessguide.com

Click "Owner Login"

Enter your email and password

Access your Dashboard

Tip: Bookmark your dashboard for quick access:
https://www.stlbusinessguide.com/auth/login