It’s a lot of people’s go-to when looking for a place to eat.
But, it’s a lot more than that.
Here’s what you should probably know.
What Is Yelp?
How Does Yelp Work?
you’re able to search Yelp via itswebsiteor with the official apps oniOSandAndroidsmart devices.
The method differs slightly depending on whether you’re using the web or mobile version of Yelp.
You should see five grayed out star icons.
Select them to rate the business out of five stars.
Typeyour written Yelp review.
you could view other recent reviews of this business on the right-hand side.
you might change your star rating at any time on this screen by tapping on the star icons.
SelectUploadif you want to attach an image to your review.
Drag and dropyour image into the box or selectBrowseto locate the image.
jot down a short description of its content.
Feel free to make any final changes to your review.
it’s possible for you to also add more photos by repeating the above steps.
When you’re ready, selectPost Review.
SelectStart a review…
Typeyour written Yelp review.
Select theStaricon to see previous reviews.
Select theCameraicon to attach photos.
The Yelp app asks for permission to access your machine’s photos the first time you do this.
Choose an existing photo or selectTake Phototo record a new image from within the app.
Choose the photo you want to add to your review and selectNext.
jot down a short description of the photo’s content.
This information is used to categorize your photo on Yelp.
Feel free to make any final changes to your review.
you’re free to also add more photos by repeating the above steps.
When you’re ready, selectPost Review.
Your review should now be live on the business' Yelp profile.
Your photo will need to be processed before it’s published, though.
This can take up to a day.
Maybe the company changed its address, or maybe it simply isn’t in Yelp’s directory yet.
Fortunately, anyone can add a new business to Yelp.
Here’s how to do so using the Yelp app.
New businesses can also be added via the Yelp website byfilling in this form.
launch the Yelp app and tap theMoreicon on the bottom right.
SelectI work at the businessif you work for this business or if you’re the owner.
Fill in as much information on the business as you might.
When you’re finished, hitSend.
It’s not guaranteed Yelp will accept a new business submission.
