Got questions? We’ve answered some of the most common ones below. If your query isn’t here, feel free to contact us.
Is there a free listing option?
No, we only offer paid listings to ensure quality and credibility. All submissions are manually reviewed by our team, undergoing a 19 point quality checklist. We reject approximately 40% for various reasons such as incomplete details, low-quality submissions, or businesses that do not align with our standards. If we allowed free listings, it would devalue our platform and undermine our mission of supporting small businesses by maintaining a high-quality, trusted directory.
What is the value of listing with UK Business Portal?
A listing with UK Business Portal enhances your online presence, improves local search rankings, and helps potential customers find you. Ultimately, the goal is to generate more leads to your website through an enhanced local SEO presence.
Does a listing automatically go live upon submission?
No, all listings are manually reviewed before they go live. This ensures quality control and maintains the credibility of our directory.
How do we update our listing?
You can request updates by contacting our support team. We will process the updates and ensure your listing remains accurate and relevant.
How long does it take for my listing to go live?
Most listings are reviewed and published within 2-3 business days. However, your listing will only go live after it has been approved by our team and your invoice has been settled. We will notify you once your listing is live.
Can I cancel my listing at any time?
Yes, you can cancel your listing at any time. However, refunds are not provided for partially used subscription periods.
Do you list businesses outside the UK?
No, UK Business Portal is exclusively for businesses based in the United Kingdom. Our mission is to support UK-based small businesses by improving their local visibility through a focused and relevant directory platform.
Can I list my business if I don’t have a website?
Yes, a website is not required. Your listing can include essential business details, contact information, and social media links to help potential customers reach you.
Will my listing help with SEO?
Yes, our directory is structured to enhance your local SEO presence. A well-optimised listing can help improve your search engine rankings, making it easier for customers to find you. Every business that joins us experiences gains in their keyword rankings. Whenever we perform a before-and-after check (typically 3-4 weeks later), we consistently see measurable increases in search visibility. This is the primary reason why businesses join.
Yes, in fact we offer discounted rates for agencies or businesses looking to list multiple locations or services.
What details are required to create a listing?
At a minimum, we require your business name, email address, and a business description. However, we recommend taking full advantage of all available listing features to maximize your SEO benefits and online visibility.
Can I edit my listing myself?
No, listings cannot be edited directly by users. To maintain quality and prevent misuse, all updates must be submitted through our support team, who will review and implement any necessary changes.
Can I include images and videos in my listing?
Yes, you can include images in your listing, along with one video to showcase your business.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept bank transfers, credit cards, direct debit and PayPal.
Is there a trial period for listings?
We do not offer trial periods, as we would be inundated with businesses trying to join for free and take advantage of our service.
Do you offer refunds?
Yes, we offer refunds within 28 days if you are not satisfied with your listing for any reason.
Why do you invoice in advance?
We invoice in advance because we frequently receive submissions from agencies—often based overseas—that have no intention of paying. The administrative burden of chasing payments and later removing unpaid listings is time-consuming. To avoid this issue and maintain the integrity of our directory, we require upfront payment before listings go live. However, we do have a monthly direct debit option available. This enables businesses to monitor the listing progress after a few months.
What membership options are available?
We offer two membership options: an annual membership for £100, or a monthly membership at £8.33 per month. Monthly payments are only available via Direct Debit.
Are there any industries or businesses you don’t accept?
We do not promote gambling or gambling-related businesses and reserve the right to reject other’s we feel don’t align with our brand.
Do you offer SEO services?
We do not offer SEO services directly, but we partner with an experienced agency that has over 20 years of expertise in the industry. If you are interested in professional SEO support, we can connect you with our trusted partner.
K L
10 June 2025
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We are very happy to be a part of UK Business Portal.
Great service, quick and straight forward answers.
Hope our cooperation will only grow.
Highly recommended
Kris Soul Photography
Wedding Photographer Edinburgh
Barbara Bottrill
9 June 2025
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An absolute incredible service, affordable for the micro business. Ensuring you are positioned in the search criteria in accordance to were you deserve to be! They also provide frequent communications on tips to amend the Facebook page also. I feel they haven my back and are very much part of the team!
Stuart Barber
7 June 2025
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Really good and benefitted our rankings greatly . Would highly recommend.
Ryan Lee
4 June 2025
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Great directory for small businesses like mine. UK Business Portal did all the setup for me to help my business be found easier.
Shaun Mckay
3 June 2025
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I would definitely recommend this company we have noticed the difference in just ten day they would do the same for your company if you just give them a chance
Luing Andrews
17 May 2025
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Ciso. Has optimised my Mason & Sons Roofers website and it has gained 3rd and 4th spot on google plus he has helped on many other google searches. Only charged me £75! This has proved its worth to me.
Plus he gives me updates on how my website ranking has improved.
I would highly recommend his services.
Ian Mason
Mason & Sons Roofers Hove
Jack The Plumber Ltd
13 May 2025
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Possitive benefits. Responsive communication and good value.
Scott Nicol
5 May 2025
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5 stars for Kimberly at UK BUSINESS PORTAL
Kimberley and her team bend over backwards to help your business thrive online
Kimberley and the team made our business a fantastic video which has been posted on facebook giving us some awesome online presence ✅✅✅✅✅
kelly baterip
26 April 2025
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My entire experience with UK Business Portal, was highly professional and most impressive. My interactions with Ciso, were excellent, as I felt understood and in 'digitally' good hands! I am confident that my business will grow further as a result of our work together and I look forward to working with Ciso and his team in other directions, supporting my business further.
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