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      Google Merchant Center

      By Henrik.

      Google Merchant Center

      What is Google Merchant Center?

      Google Merchant Center is a free, web-based tool from Google where you upload and manage all the information about the products you sell—things like titles, descriptions, prices, images and availability.


      Why use it?

      • Get your products on Google: Once your product data is in the Merchant Center, Google can show your items on Google Shopping, in free listings, and in paid Shopping ads.

      • Keep product details up to date: Merchant Center lets you schedule regular updates (via a feed) so that Google always has your latest prices, stock levels and new products.

      • Reach more customers: By making your products visible where people search, you increase the chance shoppers will discover your store and buy from you.

      • Monitor performance and fix issues: You can see which products are approved, which have errors, and how they’re performing—so you can quickly correct any problems.

      In short: Google Merchant Center is like a bridge that connects your online store’s product information with Google’s shopping platforms, helping shoppers find, compare and buy your products.

      How to Set Up a Google Merchant Center Account

      Prerequisites

      Before you begin, make sure you have:

      1. A Google Account (Gmail or Google Workspace).

      2. An active website or online store URL you own (with HTTPS).

      3. (Optional) A Google Ads account if you plan to run Shopping campaigns.

      Step 1: Sign In or Create a Google Account

      1. Go to the Google Accounts page

      2. Fill in your details

      • Enter your name, email address, and a secure password.

      • Agree to Google’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

      Step 2: Access Google Merchant Center

      1. Navigate to Merchant Center

      2. Sign in with your Google Account

      • Click Sign in in the top right, then choose your account.

      Step 3: Enter Business Information

      1. Provide your business details

      • Business name: Your store’s official name (will display in Shopping ads).

      • Country of sale: The market where you’ll sell your products.

      • Time zone: Ensures accurate reporting and scheduling.

      2. Agree to program policies

      • Read and accept the Google Merchant Center Terms of Service.

      Step 4: Verify and Claim Your Website URL

      1. Enter your website URL

      • In the Merchant Center, go to Tools & settings → Business information → Website.

      • Type your full domain (e.g., https://www.example.com).

      2. Choose a verification method

      • HTML file upload: Download Google’s file and upload to your site’s root directory.

      • HTML tag: Add the <meta> tag to your <head> of the website.

      • Google Analytics or Tag Manager: Use an existing GA4 or GTM setup.

      3. Confirm verification and claim

      • After implementation, click Verify URL.

      • Once verified, click the Claim URL to reserve it for your Merchant Center account.

      Step 5: Set Up Shipping


      1. Configure shipping settings

      • Go to Tools & settings (wrench icon) → Shipping and returns.

      • Click + Add shipping service: define transit times and cost rules.

      Final Review and Next Steps

      1. Review your business details, website claim, and shipping/tax setup.

      2. Upload your first product feed.

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