--- description: How to claim a Google Business Profile that already exists or transfer primary ownership to a new manager — with the exact steps from Google's docs. title: Claim or Request Ownership of Your Business Profile | SyncMyReviews Guides image: https://res.cloudinary.com/de3yzjwhk/image/upload/v1774523070/seo/og_image.jpg --- [Skip to the steps](#how-to) Google Business Profile Playbook # Claim or Request Ownership of Your Business Profile If your business already exists on Google Maps but you don't have access, you'll need to claim it. This is common when a profile was created by a past employee or third-party agency. Without ownership, you can't update hours, respond to reviews, or post. Guide 1 of 17 Last reviewed August 21, 2026 1primary owner per Profile (with unlimited managers) Sources: Google Business Profile Help ## Claim or Request Ownership of Your Business Profile ## How to claim a Business Profile 1. Go to business.google.com/add. 2. Enter the name and address of the business you want to claim. 3. Choose your business from the suggestions list. 4. Select Request Access. 5. Fill out the access request form with your relationship to the business. 6. Submit and wait for the current owner to respond. business.google.com / add #### Claim your Business Profile Search for your business Sweet Treat Bakery, Austin TX Sweet Treat Bakery 420 W 6th St, Austin, TX Already managed by another account CancelRequest access Google notifies the current manager and you by email. #### How to transfer primary ownership * Open the Profile and select Business Profile settings, then People and access. * Select the user you want to transfer primary ownership to. * Next to "Access", choose Primary owner. * Save. The new primary owner takes over and the previous one becomes a regular owner. Managing your business's online presence is essential, and claiming your Google Business Profile is a crucial first step. 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