Free business listing in Essex
Get your Essex business in front of 10,000+ local people every month — for free, forever. No subscriptions, no card required, listing live in hours.
What you get on the free tier
Trading name, address, phone, email
Opening hours (live "Open Now" status)
Website + social media links
Photo gallery
Full business description (no character limit)
Customer reviews + responses
Category and town placement
Trust verification badge (after verification)
Indexed by Google for "[business] Essex" searches
Permanent — no expiry, no renewal fees
Want to appear at the top of your category?
Optional Spotlight placement puts your listing above the rest of your category page. Pay-as-you-go from £1/day for 7 days — no subscription, cancel anytime. You can buy this from your dashboard after your free listing is live.
Steps to add your business (5 minutes)
- 1
Create your free account
Email + password. No card. Verification email arrives in seconds.
- 2
Pick the right category
We have 32 Essex business categories — choose the closest fit.
- 3
Fill in your details
Address, phone, hours, photos, a few paragraphs about what you do.
- 4
Submit for review
We approve within a few hours during UK business hours. Watch for the email.
Common questions
Is the business listing on Discover Essex free forever?▾
Yes. There is no time limit on the free tier. Your listing stays live for as long as your account is active.
What does the free business listing include?▾
Business name, address, phone number, opening hours, website link, social media links, photos, a full description, category and trust verification badge once verified.
Do I need a website to advertise on Discover Essex?▾
No. Many of our sole-trader and tradesperson listings have no website — your Discover Essex page often functions as their primary online presence.
How quickly does my business listing go live?▾
Most listings are reviewed and published within a few hours during UK business hours. We do a brief spam check to keep the directory clean.
Will my Discover Essex listing show up on Google?▾
Yes. Each listing has its own SEO-optimised page that is indexed by Google. Verified listings rank particularly well for "[your business name] Essex" queries.
How do I claim an existing listing for my business?▾
Search for your business in our directory. If it exists, you will see a "Claim this listing" button on the page. Verify by email or phone and you take full control.
Add your free business listing now
Takes 5 minutes. Free forever. No card required.
List My Business — Free