Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I become a member of the LPT Community?
Our website is designed to cater to the needs of locals, particularly those who are not originally from your town. We understand the importance of online presence and therefore, our platform allows your listing to function as your website or your social media platform if you do not have either one already.
We maintain a level playing field and costs are the same for everyone. We do not engage in banner advertising to ensure that our platform is free from distractions and big budgets that could overwhelm smaller businesses. Instead, we offer easy-to-use, dynamic content for users to quickly find and interact with you in one place with no annoying pop-up boxes. We do offer Sponsored Pages, if you don’t require a full member page.
We are committed to providing an upbeat, positive, and local news platform that informs and inspires without resorting to the usual depressing news. Our aim is to support small businesses in the community and showcase their products and services.
Rest assured that our service is driven solely by our passion for promoting local businesses and community development, rather than the profit we could make.
Thank you for choosing our website and we look forward to supporting your business growth.
Why should I have a listing?
When you're looking to boost your online presence and reach a wider audience, two important tools to consider are local SEO and direct chat with customers. By optimising your website for local search queries, your business can be easily found by people who are looking for products or services in your area. Additionally, by providing real-time chat support on your website, you can provide instant assistance to prospective customers and improve their overall user experience.
Moreover, being able to target non-residents and non-tourists can be a key strategy to keep your business busy during slower seasons. By tailoring your marketing efforts towards those who are not necessarily holidaying in your area, you can increase awareness and attract visitors who may not have otherwise considered your business. With these methods in place, you'll have the tools you need to expand your customer base and enhance your online presence.
What can I include on my Member Page?
At the moment, the list below shows what you can include; but if you have something we have missed out, you just need to ask us and we can see if we can add it in.
A full description of your business, services or products.
Links to your Social Platforms, Website and Email
A gallery of images and one video
Your blog posts
Your events
PDF Menu or promotional image
Special Offers or Coupons
What if I am a charity, non profit or free Class/Event Provider?
Well, you get everything, but for free.