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Yelp

Freemium
local businessreviewsratingsrestaurantslocal searchreputation managementuser generated contentlocal advertisingdiscovery

Yelp is an indispensable tool for consumer-driven local business discovery, but for business owners, it's a double-edged sword that requires active reputation management to leverage its massive audience.


Yelp connects people with great local businesses through crowd-sourced reviews, photos, and detailed business information.

Yelp operates as a comprehensive online directory and social networking site where users can discover, rate, and review local businesses of all types, from restaurants and bars to plumbers and dentists. Consumers use the platform to make informed decisions by reading firsthand experiences, viewing photos, and accessing essential business details like hours of operation, menus, and contact information. Users can also make reservations, request quotes, or place orders directly through the platform. For business owners, Yelp provides a suite of free and paid tools to manage their online reputation and market their services. Business representatives can claim their free business page to update information, upload photos, and publicly or privately respond to customer reviews. To increase visibility and attract more customers, businesses can opt for paid services like Yelp Ads, Enhanced Profiles that remove competitor ads, and Yelp Connect to post updates to followers.

Pros

  • Vast database of businesses and millions of user reviews
  • High domain authority and search engine ranking, driving discovery
  • User-friendly mobile app for on-the-go searches and reviews
  • Free tools for business owners to manage their basic listing
  • Offers valuable consumer insights and direct communication channels

Cons

  • Controversial review filter that hides legitimate reviews
  • Negative reviews, whether legitimate or not, can damage a business
  • Aggressive and persistent sales tactics for its advertising products
  • Paid advertising can be costly for small businesses with limited budgets

Key features

  • Search for local businesses by category, location, and keywords
  • Read and write user-generated reviews and ratings
  • View business photos, menus, and service lists
  • Request quotes or book appointments directly with businesses
  • Free business page management tools
  • Respond publicly or privately to customer reviews
  • Paid advertising to promote a business to a targeted local audience
  • Enhanced profiles with call-to-action buttons and photo slideshows
  • Yelp Connect feature to post business updates and announcements

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Target audience

Consumers looking for local businesses and services, and local business owners seeking to manage their online presence and attract customers.


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Founded

2004

Headquarters

San Francisco, USA

Pricing Tiers

Free Business Tools

Free

Yelp Connect

$99/mo

Enhanced Profile

$75/mo

Yelp Ads

Varies


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