How to install Yoast Local SEO for WordPress

Thank you for purchasing Yoast SEO Premium, which includes Local SEO! In this article, we’ll explain how to install Yoast Local SEO. Please install Yoast SEO and Yoast SEO Premium first: you cannot use Yoast Local SEO without both of these plugins.

How to install Yoast Local SEO for WordPress

To install Yoast Local SEO, follow these steps.

  1. In MyYoast, go to Downloads


  2. Download Yoast Local SEO


  3. Log in to your WordPress website

  4. Under Plugins, click Add Plugin


  5. At the top of the screen, click Upload Plugin


  6. Click Choose file, upload the plugin and click Install Now


  7. Click Activate Plugin


  8. Return to MyYoast and go to Sites


  9. Click + Add a site and fill in your site details


  10. Switch the toggle to On to connect your subscription


  11. Congratulations! You have now installed and activated Yoast Local SEO on your site!

How do I use Yoast Local SEO for WordPress?

Want to start using Yoast Local SEO for WordPress immediately? Check out the full Configuration guide for Local SEO, or do the Yoast SEO Academy course on Yoast Local SEO to get the most out of the plugin!

I have a problem installing Yoast Local SEO

If you run into problems installing Yoast Local SEO, please consult our Common installation and update errors help article.

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