Manage business approvals manually or automatically, and customize your directory coverage area
Available on the Locable Publishing Platform
The business directory is a key component of the Community Content Engine for local magazine and newspaper publishers. It adds tremendous value to readers, advertisers, and publishers by showcasing local businesses in your community.
Default Business Approval Process
By default, when a new business listing is added, it is queued for publisher approval.
To approve new listings go to Manage > Businesses and click on the Pending Approval Tab.
Choose one of the following actions:
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Approve - Adds the listing to your directory
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Reject - Removes it from your directory
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Mark as Spam - Flags the listing for review and possible removal from the database
NOTE: Rejected and spam listings will be reviewed by Locable and either Verified or removed completed from the database.
Auto-Approval Options
In addition to manual approval, you can choose to automatically approve listings:
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Auto Approve All Verified Listings in Your Area
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Approves any verified listing within your site’s defined zip code and radius (or custom geo coordinates, if set).
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Auto Approve All Listings (Least Restrictive)
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Approves all business listings, regardless of verification status or location.
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To change these settings, go to Settings > General > Feeds.
Home Zip Code and Location Radius, and Geo Coordinates
Your approval settings work hand-in-hand with your site’s coverage area.
Businesses are considered “in your area” based on the zip code and radius, or custom geocoordinates, you’ve defined.
👉 Learn more in our guide: What Events and Businesses Appear on My Publisher Website?