Creating a Google+ page allows you to establish an online presence and connect with customers. While Google+ pages were previously only available for businesses, you can now create one without a business account.
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Prerequisites
Before creating your page, make sure you have:
- A personal Google account. If you don’t have one, create one here.
- Updated the personal info and photo on your Google account. You can do this in your Personal Info settings.
Create Your Page
Here are the steps to create your Google+ page:
- Go to plus.google.com/pages/create.
- Select “Other” as the category that best describes your page.
- Give your page a name and description. Bold the name to make it stand out.
- Upload a cover photo and profile picture that represent your page. Make sure they are high-quality, eye-catching images.
After creating your page, add more details:
- Tagline: Summarize what your page is about in 1-2 sentences.
- Introduction: Write a short paragraph introducing yourself and your page’s purpose.
- Links: Add links to your website or other social media profiles.
- Location: Add your location to help connect with local followers.
Customize Your Page
Take advantage of Google+’s customization options:
- Circles: Organize your followers into circles like Friends, Family, Acquaintances to control what you share.
- Communities: Join or create communities around your interests to connect with like-minded individuals.
- Collections: Make collections to group specific posts by topic. For example, you can have collections for your travel photos, recipes, etc.
Increase Engagement
To build an audience for your page:
- Post Consistently: Share content 1-2 times per week to keep followers engaged.
- Respond to Comments: Reply to any comments and questions on your posts in a timely manner.
- Use Hashtags: Include relevant hashtags in your posts to reach more people interested in those topics.
- Follow Others: Follow other pages and profiles to get more followers in return. Interact with their content by commenting and +1ing.
So there you have it – a complete guide to creating and optimizing a Google+ page without a business account! Let your personality shine through and provide value to your followers.
