Claim Your Business on Ocala Business Directory

If your business is already listed on OBD, claim it to manage your details, respond to reviews, and unlock business tools.

Most businesses are already listed. Claiming helps avoid duplicate listings.

Not Sure If You Should Claim or Add?

Choose the right path to avoid duplicate listings and get set up faster, whether you’re claiming an existing business or adding a new one.

Claim Listing

Your business is already listed if:

You can find it in OBD search

It appears in categories already

It has basic info but you don’t control it

Add Listing

Your business is already listed if:

Your business is not already listed on OBD

You are creating a brand new listing

Adding an additional business location

What Happens When You Claim a Listing

Take control of your business profile and manage everything from one place.

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Verify Ownership

We confirm you represent the business before granting access.

Edit Your Listing

Update hours, services, photos, and contact details.

Respond to Reviews

Engage with customers and build trust.

Access Business Tools

Unlock OBD dashboards and premium features.

Ready to get started?

Claim Review & Approval

To keep OBD accurate and trustworthy, all claims are reviewed before approval to ensure only verified business owners can manage listings.

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What to Expect After You Submit a Claim

To keep the Ocala Business Directory accurate and trustworthy for local customers, all business claims go through a quick verification process.

Here’s how it works:

  • Ownership verification required
    We’ll ask you to confirm that you represent the business. This helps protect business owners from unauthorized changes and keeps listings accurate.

  • Fast review process
    Most claims are reviewed within 24–48 hours by our team to ensure everything checks out.

  • Email confirmation once approved
    As soon as your claim is approved, you’ll receive an email and can begin managing your listing from your business dashboard.

No contracts. No hidden fees. Just a simple process designed to protect your business and your customers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Claiming a Business

Quick answers to common questions about claiming and managing your listing on OBD.

Is claiming a business on OBD free?

Yes. Claiming your existing business listing on Ocala Business Directory is completely free. There are no contracts or hidden fees.

Why do I need to verify ownership?

Ownership verification helps protect business owners from unauthorized edits and ensures listings remain accurate and trustworthy for local customers.

How long does it take to approve a claim?

Most claims are reviewed within 24–48 hours. You’ll receive an email once your claim has been approved.

What if someone else already claimed my business?

If your business has already been claimed, don’t worry. Contact us and we’ll help verify ownership and resolve the issue.

What can I do after my claim is approved?

Once approved, you can:

  • Edit business details and hours

  • Upload photos and updates

  • Respond to customer reviews

  • Access OBD business tools and dashboards

Can I manage more than one business?

Yes. If you own or manage multiple businesses, you can claim and manage each listing from your dashboard.

Ready to Claim Your Business?

Take control of your business listing and connect with local customers in Ocala.

Don’t see your business? → Add a New Listing