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Frequently Asked Questions
BusinessinMaldives.com is a free, community-driven platform where locals and visitors can discover, review, and connect with businesses across the Maldives. From island guesthouses and tailors to service providers and resorts, we help build digital trust — one review at a time.
Yes! It’s completely free to browse listings, write reviews, and read feedback from other users. Anyone can contribute and explore to support local businesses. Leaving reviews is free. Claiming your business listing requires a small verification fee.
The small, monthly or annual fee helps verify real business owners, prevent fraud, and support our platform’s operations. Once verified, you gain access to, Profile editing tools (logo, contact, photos, etc.), Review responses and business insights. Eligibility for platform-sponsored promotions like blog features, social shoutouts, and even video highlights!
Log in or create a free account, Search for the business you want to review, Click “Write a Review” & Share your honest experience and submit!. All reviews are checked to keep things genuine and respectful.
We use a mix of automated filters and manual moderation to catch spam, fake content, or inappropriate language. Users and businesses can flag suspicious reviews. We investigate thoroughly to keep the platform safe and trustworthy.
Yes. Log into your account, find the review under your profile, and select Edit or Delete. Edited reviews may be re-checked to ensure they meet our guidelines.
You can easily add your business by logging in and clicking “Add Company.” After approval, you’ll be able to claim it and manage your profile.
Claiming your business allows you to, Edit your profile & contact info, Upload photos and service details, Respond to reviews, Build trust and credibility & Qualify for free promotions like social media features, blog highlights, and branded video showcases (based on review performance).
We regularly spotlight top-rated and highly reviewed businesses on our blog, social media pages, and video content. Keep your profile complete, encourage happy customers to leave reviews, and stay active!
Yes! We love our reviewers. Here’s how we reward you, Surprise giveaways for active users, Social media shoutouts, Recognition in our “Top Reviewers of the Month” & Community badges & exclusive perks (coming soon!). Your words help others — and we think that deserves love.
Absolutely! We’re always listening. If you have ideas for improving the platform or new tools you'd love to see, send us a message via our Contact Page or social media DMs. Your input helps shape the future of BusinessinMaldives.com.
Rankings are based on, Number and quality of reviews, Profile completeness (images, description, verified info) & Engagement and responsiveness. Note: No business can pay to appear higher — we’re committed to fair and transparent rankings.
Yes! Claimed businesses can publicly respond to any review — to say thank you, explain situations, or engage with their community. Responding builds trust with both the reviewer and future customers.
We’re launching our mobile app soon! You’ll be able to write reviews, discover businesses, and manage profiles — all from your phone. Stay tuned on our socials for the release date.
Only your chosen display name and photo are visible. Your contact details and identity are kept private and secure.
BusinessinMaldives.com is your trusted platform for discovering, reviewing, and connecting with businesses across the Maldives. We empower consumers with real reviews and help local businesses grow their online presence. Join us in building a more transparent and connected business community in the Maldives.