How to Add or Claim Your Cylex Business Listing

Local SEO

Citations & Listings

By Rada Daktina

If you’re in the game of local SEO, you know that getting your business listed on as many relevant directories as possible is key. One directory that often flies under the radar, but can give your local SEO a serious boost, is Cylex. Covering 29 countries across 5 continents, Cylex is a top-tier business directory that helps people discover your business locally.

So, how do you get your business on Cylex or claim an existing listing? Buckle up, because we’re about to walk you through it, step by step.

How to Add a New Business Listing to Cylex

First things first, head over to Cylex or the equivalent for your country (like cylex-canada.ca or cylex-uk.co.uk). If you’re new to Cylex, you’ll need to register an account.

1. Register Your Account: Use a business email that matches your website’s URL—it keeps things legit and professional. You can also register using Google or Facebook, but trust us, the business email is the way to go.

2. Verify Your Email: Cylex will send you a verification code. Plug that in, and you’re good to go.

3. Add Your Business: Click on the “Add your business” button. This is where the magic happens. Start with your zip code, and then enter your business name. If Cylex suggests an existing listing and it’s not yours, just go ahead and create a new one.

4. Fill in the Details: You’ll need to provide your business address, website, Facebook page, and contact information. You can choose whether to display your full address or keep it hidden from the public—your call.

5. Set Your Coordinates: Cylex auto-generates your location coordinates based on the address you enter. If it’s a bit off, you can manually adjust it by dragging the pin on the map.

6. Choose Your Categories: Pick the most relevant business categories from their list. Sorry, no custom categories here—just stick to what’s available.

7. Add Keywords and Descriptions: Keywords are crucial for SEO, so make sure to include terms that best describe your products or services.

8. Agree to the T&Cs and Hit ‘Create Profile’: That’s it! Your profile is now in the Cylex system and will be reviewed before it goes live.

How to Claim an Existing Cylex Business Listing

What if your business is already on Cylex but you don’t have control over the listing? No worries—you can claim it.

1. Search for Your Business: Go to Cylex, enter your business name, city, and state, and hit search.

2. Claim Your Business: If you find your listing, click on it. Look for the “Report Incorrect Data” option, then select “Claim This Business.”

3. Verification: You’ll need to verify ownership, usually by email. Cylex offers several options, including company email, website, or an alternative email. Fill in the details, and Cylex will send you an email confirming your claim submission.

4. Wait for Approval: Once Cylex approves your claim, you’ll get another email with an admin link. This link allows you to manage and update your listing.

If you’ve got a bunch of citations to manage across various directories, you might want to check out services like BrightLocal’s Citation Builder. It’s a hassle-free way to get your listings set up or cleaned up without the headache of recurring fees.

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