Getting Started
Welcome to WiserMap!
WiserMap is your trusted platform for discovering local businesses and sharing your experiences. Whether you're looking for a great restaurant, reliable service provider, or unique shop, our community-driven reviews help you make informed decisions.
What is WiserMap?
WiserMap is a comprehensive business review and rating platform that connects consumers with local businesses. Think of it as your community-driven guide to discovering the best businesses in your area.
Discover
Find the best businesses in your area
Review
Share your experiences with others
Connect
Build trust within your community
Creating Your Account
Sign Up
Click the "Sign Up" button and enter your email and password
Verify Email
Check your email and click the verification link
Complete Profile
Add your name, location, and profile picture
Business Discovery
Using the Search Bar
The search bar is your gateway to finding businesses on WiserMap. You can search by business name, category, or location to find exactly what you're looking for.
Search Tips:
- Use specific keywords for better results
- Include your city or neighborhood
- Try category searches like "restaurants" or "auto repair"
Using Filters
Category Filter
Browse by business type: restaurants, services, retail, healthcare, and more.
Location Filter
Set your distance preference and find businesses within your desired radius.
Understanding Business Cards
Each business listing shows key information at a glance to help you make quick decisions.
Sample Business Name
Category • $$ • 0.5 miles away
123 Main Street, Your City
Writing Reviews
Why Write Reviews?
Your reviews help other community members make informed decisions and help businesses improve their services. Every review makes WiserMap more valuable for everyone.
Step-by-Step Review Process
Rate Your Experience
Select 1-5 stars based on your overall experience
Write Your Review
Share specific details about your experience
Add Photos (Optional)
Visual reviews are more helpful to other users
Review Guidelines
- • Be honest and specific about your experience
- • Focus on the service, quality, and atmosphere
- • Keep reviews relevant and helpful to others
- • Avoid personal attacks or inappropriate language
- • Include photos when possible to support your review
User Profile Management
Managing Your Profile
Your profile helps other users trust your reviews and allows you to track your activity on WiserMap.
Profile Information
Update your name, location, and bio
- • Profile photo
- • Display name
- • Location
- • About section
Privacy Settings
Control what others can see
- • Profile visibility
- • Review history
- • Email preferences
- • Data sharing
Review History & Activity
Track your contributions to the WiserMap community and see how helpful your reviews have been.
Advanced Features
Following Businesses
Stay updated with your favorite businesses by following them for updates, new photos, and announcements.
Review Helpfulness
Vote on reviews to help highlight the most helpful content for other users in the community.
Contributing Photos
Help businesses by uploading high-quality photos of their location, menu, products, or services.
Best Practices Guide
Learn proven strategies and guidelines to maximize your WiserMap experience and build a thriving community.
Read Best Practices →Troubleshooting
Common Issues & Solutions
I can't log into my account
Try these steps to resolve login issues:
- Check that you're using the correct email address
- Reset your password using the "Forgot Password" link
- Clear your browser cache and cookies
- Try logging in from a different browser or device
My review isn't showing up
Reviews may take time to appear due to our moderation process:
- Reviews are typically approved within 24 hours
- Ensure your review follows our community guidelines
- Check that you're not reviewing the same business multiple times
- Contact support if your review is missing after 48 hours
I can't find a business I'm looking for
If you can't find a business, try these search tips:
- Check your spelling and try different search terms
- Search by category instead of specific name
- Expand your location radius
- The business may not be listed yet - you can suggest adding it
Still Need Help?
Our support team is here to help with any questions not covered in this guide.