Location-First Listings
Every profile shows exactly where a business sits on the map, along with hours, contact details, and ratings at a glance.
Local Services, Mapped Out for Easy Browsing
Explore nearby businesses by neighborhood or category, compare listings side by side, and connect with providers close to home.
Browsing Local Businesses Shouldn't Feel Like Guesswork
Dots on The Map groups local businesses into clear categories and locations, so you can compare providers, see where they are, check their details, and browse verified listings without jumping between endless search results.
Category Browsing That Makes Sense
Explore nearby businesses by type, from restaurants to repair shops, narrowing your search down to what's actually close by.
Profiles Ready for a Visit or a Call
Directions, contact buttons, reviews, and photos are laid out so you can decide quickly and take action right from the listing.
Built for Neighbors and the Businesses That Serve Them
Dots on The Map supports two sides of local discovery people looking for something nearby, and business owners who want to be easy to spot on the map.
For Explorers
Search by location or category, compare nearby options, and pick with confidence, knowing exactly how close each business is.
For Business Owners
Get your dot placed on the map and put your business in front of customers already searching your neighborhood.
A Layout Built for Browsing
Map views, categories, and contact actions are arranged for easy, unhurried exploring.
Quick Answers About Using Dots on The Map
Common questions about location-based search, listings, and getting your business on the map.
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Yes, a standard listing is free to create and maintain. We also offer optional features for business owners who want to stand out further within their category or area.
Enter your city, neighborhood, or ZIP code, and we'll show nearby businesses as pins you can click for more details. You can also filter by category to narrow things down further. It's designed to make distance part of your decision, not an afterthought.
Yes, the map view lets you compare several nearby listings side by side, including their location, hours, and ratings. This makes it easy to choose based on both quality and convenience.
Create a listing through "Add Your Business," enter your address and category, and your dot appears once the listing is reviewed and approved. From there, you can keep your profile updated anytime.
A complete profile should include accurate hours, contact details, photos, and a short description of your services. Listings with complete information tend to earn more trust from people browsing nearby.
Helping Neighbors Find What's Nearby
We built Dots on The Map to make local discovery feel simple and visual. Every pin represents a real business ready to be found, and every category and filter exists to help people connect with places worth knowing about.
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