Here is a simple guide you can use for your first list creation using the plugin GeoBuddy. You can use this for a blog post, documentation, or tutorial.

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Creating Your First Listing Using GeoBuddy #

If you are building a directory website, GeoBuddy helps you enhance listings by adding social media links and virtual tours to directory entries created with GeoDirectory.

Follow these steps to create your first listing.

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1. Install Required Plugins #

Before using GeoBuddy, make sure these plugins are installed:

1. Install GeoDirectory
2. Install GeoBuddy

GeoBuddy works as an extension for GeoDirectory, so GeoDirectory must be active first.

Steps

• Go to WordPress Dashboard
• Click Plugins → Add New
• Search for GeoDirectory
• Install and Activate
• Then install GeoBuddy

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2. Configure GeoBuddy Settings #

After activation:

1. Go to Dashboard → GeoBuddy Settings
2. Enable the fields you want to show in listings.

Available fields include:

• WhatsApp contact
• LinkedIn profile
• TikTok profile
• YouTube channel
• Skype username
• Virtual tour link (360° tours)

Save the settings.

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3. Add Fields to Your Listing Type #

Now you need to attach these fields to your directory listing.

Steps:

1. Go to GeoDirectory → Custom Fields
2. Select the Post Type (e.g., Places, Hotels, Services)
3. Add GeoBuddy fields like:
   • WhatsApp
   • YouTube
   • LinkedIn
   • Virtual Tour

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4. Create Your First Listing #

Now create your first directory listing.

Steps:

1. Go to GeoDirectory → Add Listing
2. Fill in the listing details:
   • Business Name
   • Address
   • Description
   • Category
3. Add GeoBuddy fields such as:
   • WhatsApp contact
   • YouTube channel
   • Virtual tour link

Publish the listing.

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5. View Your Listing #

After publishing:

• Visit your directory page
• Open the listing
• You will see:
  • Social media icons
  • WhatsApp contact button
  • Virtual tour link

These features make listings more interactive and professional.