Creating Your Profile
Complete guide to creating and optimizing your business profile for AI discovery.
Quick Start
Setting up your AIDP profile takes about 10 minutes and makes your business discoverable by AI assistants like Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity.
Our streamlined onboarding process has 4 simple steps:
Welcome - Learn about AIDP
Basic Information - Essential business details
Services - What you offer
Go Live - Publish your profile
Step 1: Welcome to AIDP
What You'll Achieve
By completing your profile, you'll:
Be discoverable by AI assistants used by millions
Track upstream analytics - see how often AI mentions your business
Gain insights into customer intent journeys
Stand out with AI-exclusive content
What Makes AIDP Different
Unlike traditional directories, AIDP is built specifically for AI discovery:
AI-Optimized: Structured data that AI assistants understand
Upstream Analytics: Track visibility before customers click
Intent Tracking: Understand customer journey through AI conversations
Exclusive Content: Share insider tips that AI can recommend
Time to Complete: 10 minutes Let's get started!
Step 2: Basic Information
Business Name
Your official business name as customers know it.
Example: "Artisan Coffee Roasters"
Category
Choose the primary category that best describes your business:
Tourism
Hospitality
Restaurants
Retail
Healthcare
Home Services
Professional Services
Wellness
Description
This is crucial for AI discovery! Write a clear, detailed description that helps AI understand what makes your business unique.
❌ Bad: "We sell coffee"
✅ Good: "Family-owned coffee roastery specializing in single-origin beans sourced directly from farmers in Colombia and Ethiopia. We roast small batches twice weekly and offer espresso drinks, pour-overs, and coffee education classes."
Tips:
Be specific about what you offer
Mention unique features or specialties
Include keywords customers might use
2-3 sentences is ideal
Tagline (Optional)
A memorable one-liner that captures your essence.
Example: "Locally roasted, globally inspired"
Location
Address:
Coordinates (auto-filled from address):
Contact Information
Social Media (Optional)
Step 3: Services
Add your main offerings so AI can recommend specific services to customers.
Service Structure
Each service should include:
Name: Clear, descriptive name
Description: What's included
Category: Type of service
Pricing: Price range or fixed price
Example Services
Service 1: Espresso Drinks
Service 2: Coffee Classes
Service 3: Wholesale
Tips for Great Service Listings
Add 3-5 main services - Focus on your core offerings
Include pricing - Helps AI provide accurate recommendations
Be specific - Detail what's included
Highlight specialties - What makes you unique
Business Hours
Set your regular operating hours:
Special Dates (Optional):
Holiday closures
Seasonal hour changes
Special event hours
Step 4: Go Live
Review Your Profile
Before publishing, review:
✅ Business name and category are correct
✅ Description is detailed and accurate
✅ Contact information is up-to-date
✅ Services are clearly described
✅ Hours are accurate
Completion Score
Your profile completion score indicates how discoverable you'll be:
60%+: Basic profile - You're live!
80%+: Good profile - Well optimized
100%: Complete profile - Maximum visibility
What Happens Next
Once you go live:
Indexing - Your profile is indexed for AI discovery (instant)
Verification - Optional verification process available
Analytics - Start tracking AI mentions within 24 hours
Optimization - Refine based on performance data
Launch Checklist
Click "Publish Profile" to make your business discoverable by AI assistants worldwide.
After Launch: Enhance Your Profile
Add Media & Photos
Upload high-quality photos to showcase your business:
Logo (required) - Your brand identity
Storefront - Exterior view
Interior - Ambiance and atmosphere
Products - Your offerings in action
Team - Optional, adds personal touch
Photo Tips:
Minimum 1200px wide
High resolution, well-lit
Show your business in action
Update seasonally
AI-Exclusive Content
Set yourself apart with insider information that AI can share:
Insider Tips:
Local Secrets:
Behind the Scenes:
Why This Matters:
Makes AI recommendations more personal
Gives customers insider knowledge
Differentiates you from competitors
Builds trust through transparency
Next Steps
Monitor Your Performance
View Analytics Dashboard - Track AI mentions and visibility
Review Intent Journeys - See how customers discover you
Check Benchmarks - Compare with similar businesses
Optimize Content - Refine based on what works
Keep Your Profile Current
Update hours for holidays and special events
Add new services as you expand
Refresh photos seasonally
Update exclusive content with new insider tips
Get Verified (Optional)
Boost trust and visibility with verification:
Business license verification
Phone number confirmation
Address verification
Owner identity verification
Benefits: Verified badge, higher rankings, increased trust
Need Help?
📧 Email: support@aidp.dev
💬 GitHub Discussions: github.com/aidp/platform/discussions
📚 Documentation: docs.aidp.dev
🎥 Video Tutorials: youtube.com/aidp
Estimated Setup Time: 10 minutes Recommended Update Frequency: Monthly Support Response Time: < 24 hours
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