Webmeup Help Centre

Clear, simple technical guides for Webmeup clients.

Website Updates

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Google Business Profile

Get found locally on Google Maps and collect 5-star reviews.

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Domain & DNS Setup

Learn how to point external domain registrars (like domaindiscount24) to Webmeup.

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Free Local Marketing Guide

How to Set Up Your Free Google Business Profile & Get Local Leads

Get found on Google Maps & Google Search in 5 simple steps!

Why Every UK Tradesperson Needs a Google Business Page

Appear on Google Maps (Local 3-Pack) When homeowners search "electrician near me" or "roofer in Wimbledon", your business pops up on the map at the top of Google.
Direct Phone Calls & Directions Customers can tap a single button on their phone to call your mobile directly or view your Webmeup website.
Build Trust with 5-Star Reviews Collect reviews from happy clients. Tradespeople with 5-star ratings win up to 3x more jobs than competitors.
100% Free Lead Generation Google Business is completely free. No subscription, no pay-per-click charges, and no hidden fees.

Step-by-Step Setup Instructions

1

Go to Google Business Profile & Sign In

Open business.google.com in your web browser. Click "Sign in" or "Manage/Start now" using your standard Google/Gmail account.

Google Business Profile Sign In Page
2

Enter Your Business Name & Trade Category

  1. Type your exact trading name (e.g. T&D Electrical Services).
  2. Choose your business type as "Service Business".
  3. Choose your business category (e.g. Electrician, Roofer, Glazier, etc).
Enter Business Name and Category
3

Set Your Service Areas

As a tradesperson, enter all the local towns or boroughs you cover (e.g. Wimbledon, Merton, Surrey).

Set Service Areas and Coverage
4

Add Your Phone Number & Website

  1. Enter your mobile or office landline number.
  2. Enter your official Website link (e.g. https://yourdomain.co.uk). This drives Google search traffic straight to your professional website!
Add Phone Number and Website URL
5

Complete Verification & Add Photos

Verification methods are automatically determined by Google and can’t be changed. (It could be video verification, phone, or postcard). Once verified, upload your business logo, van pictures, and photos of recent work!

Verify Business and Add Job Photos

Webmeup Pro Tips for Local Trades:

  • Ask Every Client for a Review: After finishing a job, send a quick WhatsApp to your client with your Google Review link.
  • Keep Photos Updated: Snap a quick photo of completed jobs on your phone and upload them to your Google Business Profile monthly.
  • Link to Webmeup: Having your Webmeup site linked on your Google profile boosts both your Google Maps ranking and your website SEO.

Want us to set up or verify your Google Profile?

Webmeup can assist you with setting up your Google Business listing alongside your website.

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Domain & DNS Configuration Guide

How to point your domaindiscount24 registered domain to Webmeup hosting

Done in 3 steps!

1

Login to domaindiscount24

Login to your domaindiscount24.com account. In the menu choose DomainsMy domains then select the domain you want to point to Webmeup.

domaindiscount24 My Domains Navigation Overview
2

Update the "A Record"

  1. In the DNS Settings tab, enter Webmeup's web server IP address 82.29.185.27 in the A Record field
  2. Save the changes.
domaindiscount24 IP Address Entry Box DNS settings & A Record configuration field
domaindiscount24 Web Settings IP Address Link Web server IP address linking menu
3

Update the WWW "CNAME Record"

  1. In the DNS Settings tab, find the www subdomain and click "Edit". (If the www subdomain does not exist, click to create it.)
  2. In the box that opens, select CNAME.
  3. Enter your domain name (e.g. yourwebsitename.co.uk) in the CNAME box.
  4. Save the changes.
domaindiscount24 Subdomains overview Selecting the subdomain to edit
domaindiscount24 CNAME edit dialog Activating & entering the CNAME value

Important Notes

  • DNS Propagation: Global DNS updates take time to propagate across all internet service providers. Changes usually take effect within 1 to 4 hours, but can take up to 24 hours in some regions.

Need help pointing your domain?

If you'd like our team to check your DNS setup or assist you, send us a message anytime.

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