Don’t Forget: Places To Update Your Holiday Hours For Your Business

Keeping your holiday hours up to date across various platforms ensures customers can easily find the information they need and helps maintain a professional image. Here’s a checklist of where to update your holiday hours:

Online Presence

1. Google My Business

   • Update your hours for the holiday season under the “Holiday Hours” section to ensure they display correctly in search results and on Google Maps.

2. Social Media Profiles

   • Update hours or post an announcement on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Use pinned posts or stories for visibility.

3. Your Website

   • Add a banner or pop-up highlighting holiday hours.

   • Update hours on the "Contact Us" or "Location" page.

4. Yelp

   • Adjust your hours in your Yelp business profile to prevent customer confusion.

5. Bing Places

   • Like Google, Bing also lets you update holiday hours. Don’t forget about this search engine.

6. Apple Maps

   • Update hours through Apple’s Business Register for users relying on Apple Maps.

Local Listings and Directories

1. Chamber of Commerce and Business Associations

   • Update your hours on local directories or sites where your business is listed.

2. Industry-Specific Platforms

   • If your business is listed on niche directories (e.g., TripAdvisor for tourism businesses), ensure those hours are correct.

In-Person and Communication Channels

1. Signage

   • Post updated holiday hours on your storefront or office entrance.

2. Phone System and Voicemail

   • Record a voicemail greeting mentioning your holiday hours or closures.

3. Email Signature

   • Include a note about holiday hours in your email signature or send out a dedicated email to customers.

4. Customer Messaging Apps

   • Update hours on platforms like WhatsApp Business, Messenger, or other direct communication tools.

E-Commerce and Delivery Services

1. Online Stores

   • If you have an online shop, display any shipping deadlines or changes in processing times on your homepage.

2. Delivery Platforms

   • If you use platforms like DoorDash or Uber Eats, ensure hours reflect availability during the holidays.

Paid Advertisements

1. Ads and Campaigns

   • Update operating hours in any active ad campaigns to ensure consistency.

Bonus Tip: Schedule Reminders

Set calendar reminders to update these platforms well in advance and adjust back to regular hours after the holiday season!