How can I add special trading hours to my profile?

What are special trading hours?

Special trading hours are any hours that differ from your business’s usual operating times. For example, if you open later on a public holiday or extend hours during a special event, these are considered special trading hours.

How to Add Special Trading Hours

1. Open your profile 

Go to your profile and click the Business Info tab. 

2. Go to Trading Hours 

Click Trading Hours. A pop-up window will appear.

3. Add special hours 

At the bottom of the pop-up, click + Add Special Opening Hours. 

4. Select a date 

Click Select Date and choose a single date or a date range from the calendar. Then click Apply. 

5. Enter your hours 

Enter your special opening and closing times in the boxes provided. 

If your business is closed, use the dropdown menu next to the date and select Closed. 

Select ‘Done.’

6. Add more dates (if needed) 

Repeat steps 3–5 for any additional dates. 

7. Save your changes 
Click Update at the bottom of the pop-up to confirm your special hours. 

Can I mark my business as closed on certain days? 

Yes, you can mark your business as closed on specific dates, like Christmas Day. 

Can I set different hours for a public holiday? 

Yes, you can adjust your opening hours for individual dates, such as Good Friday. 

Will my special hours sync to other platforms? 

Yes, if you have LocalVis in your Localsearch package, your special hours will sync to your connected directories. 

• Add special hours at least 7 days in advance to ensure they update everywhere on time* 

• If your business is closed for 7+ consecutive days, some directories may show it as “Temporarily Closed.” 

* Bing can take up to 15 days to reflect. 

What options are available for special trading hours? 

You can set your business as Open, Closed, or 24 Hours. 

Can I set more than one set of hours for a day? 

Yes, you can add up to two sets of trading hours for the same day.