How to Update Wrong Opening Hours on Apple Maps: A Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Update Your Business Hours on Apple Maps

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Step 1: Access Apple Business Connect

• Go to Apple Business Connect.
• Sign in with your Apple ID (or create one if needed).

Step 2: Find Your Business

• Navigate to “My Business.”
• Select the location you want to update.

Step 3: Edit Your Hours

• Click “Edit” or “Update” in your business profile.
• Find the section for opening hours and enter the correct times for each day.

Step 4: Save and Submit

• Click “Save” or “Update” to apply your changes.
• Some changes may require you to “Submit for Review.” Follow any on-screen instructions.

Step 5: Verify and Monitor

• Watch for email or dashboard notifications from Apple in case further verification is needed.
• Check your Apple Maps listing to confirm the new hours are live.

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Pro tip: Apple’s official Business Connect help center offers additional support if you get stuck.

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Why Are My Apple Maps Hours Wrong?

Common reasons for incorrect or outdated hours include:

• User-submitted edits that override your info
• Outdated data from third-party directories
• Infrequent updates or missed seasonal changes
• Verification issues with your Apple Business Connect listing

Tips for Updating Business Hours on Apple Maps

1. Double-check accuracy:
   Always review your changes before submitting to avoid confusion and disappointment.
2. Understand the review process:
   Apple may take a few days to verify updates. Be patient and monitor your listing for confirmation.
3. Stay proactive:
   Regularly review and update your hours—especially before holidays or special events.

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Make Updates Effortless with Mobal

Tired of updating every platform by hand? Mobal lets you sync your business hours across Apple Maps, Google, Facebook, Bing, and more—all from one dashboard.

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Why Mobal?

• One login, all your profiles
• Bulk updates for multiple locations
• Consistent info everywhere, every time

How it works:

1. Create your free Mobal account:
   Sign up in seconds—no credit card needed.
2. Connect to Apple Maps:
   Sync your Mobal profile with Apple Business Connect.
3. Edit and sync:
   Update your hours in Mobal and push changes to every platform instantly.

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In Summary

Keeping your opening hours accurate on Apple Maps means fewer missed customers and a better guest experience. Whether you update manually or use Mobal to automate the process, a few minutes now can save you hours of headaches—and help you win more business.

Ready to save time and keep your info accurate everywhere? Try Mobal and make business updates effortless.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I edit my business hours on Apple Maps?
Log in to Apple Business Connect, select your business, and update your hours under the “Edit” section.

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Why are my Apple Maps hours wrong?
Common reasons include outdated info, user-submitted edits, or changes not being synced across platforms.

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How long does it take for Apple Maps to update business hours?
Most updates go live within minutes, but some may take up to 24 hours for review.

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Can I update hours for multiple locations at once?
Yes, with Mobal you can bulk update hours for all your locations from one dashboard.

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What if my business hours change temporarily?
Use the “Special Hours” feature in Apple Business Connect to set temporary changes for holidays or events.

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