How to Become a Local Guide on Google Maps on an iPhone
Open the Google Maps app., Tap ☰., Tap Your Contributions., Tap the "Get started" link., Tap Next. , Tap Join Now. , Type in the name of your city., Tap your city's name to confirm., Tap the boxes on this page., Tap Start., Tap Done.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open the Google Maps app.
If you aren't already signed into your primary Google account in the Maps app, you'll need to do so with your Google email address and password.
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Step 2: Tap ☰.
It's in the top right corner of your screen. , You'll find this in the first group of options in the Menu here.
You won't be able to proceed past this point without signing into your Google account. , This is below the text at the top of the screen.
If you don't see this option, make sure you're on the Contribute tab. ,,, You'll do this at the top of this screen. , You should see your city's name pop up in a drop-down menu below your typing. , There are two boxes that need checking in order for you to continue:
I am 18 years or older and agree to the program rules.
I agree to receive email updates about the Local Guide community. , This will prompt Google to review your information, so you'll need to wait for a few seconds. , You are now a local guide! Adding information about your surroundings (e.g., reviews or photos) will add points to your account.
You can use your accumulated points to earn rewards like exclusive products from Google and more Drive space.You can add photos or reviews to a location by searching for it in Google Maps, tapping its name card at the bottom of the screen, and tapping the Add photos section or the line of stars below the contact information area.
Some public establishments won't accept reviews, edit suggestion, or photos. -
Step 3: Tap Your Contributions.
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Step 4: Tap the "Get started" link.
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Step 5: Tap Next.
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Step 6: Tap Join Now.
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Step 7: Type in the name of your city.
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Step 8: Tap your city's name to confirm.
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Step 9: Tap the boxes on this page.
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Step 10: Tap Start.
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Step 11: Tap Done.
Detailed Guide
If you aren't already signed into your primary Google account in the Maps app, you'll need to do so with your Google email address and password.
You can't become a Local Guide without being signed in.
It's in the top right corner of your screen. , You'll find this in the first group of options in the Menu here.
You won't be able to proceed past this point without signing into your Google account. , This is below the text at the top of the screen.
If you don't see this option, make sure you're on the Contribute tab. ,,, You'll do this at the top of this screen. , You should see your city's name pop up in a drop-down menu below your typing. , There are two boxes that need checking in order for you to continue:
I am 18 years or older and agree to the program rules.
I agree to receive email updates about the Local Guide community. , This will prompt Google to review your information, so you'll need to wait for a few seconds. , You are now a local guide! Adding information about your surroundings (e.g., reviews or photos) will add points to your account.
You can use your accumulated points to earn rewards like exclusive products from Google and more Drive space.You can add photos or reviews to a location by searching for it in Google Maps, tapping its name card at the bottom of the screen, and tapping the Add photos section or the line of stars below the contact information area.
Some public establishments won't accept reviews, edit suggestion, or photos.
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