To add me to Google search, you create a free Google People Card, a small public profile that appears when someone searches your name. The catch is availability: People Cards work only in a few countries, mainly India, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa, and they are built on mobile. In 2026 Google has also tightened who can make one, so new card creation is less reliable than it used to be. This guide shows the exact steps, how to help your card show up, and solid alternatives if the feature is not available to you.
What is a Google People Card?
A Google People Card is a virtual visiting card that shows in search results when people look up your name. It can hold your photo, job title, location, website, social profiles, and contact links. Google launched it to help individuals, freelancers, and small business owners get found without building a full website. It is free and mobile first, so you set it up from a phone using the Google app or mobile browser. Think of it as a mini profile that Google hosts for you, shown at the top of your name search when it qualifies.
How to create your Google People Card
If you are in a supported country and signed in to a Google account, follow these steps on your phone.
- Open the Google app or a mobile browser and sign in to your Google account.
- Search for add me to search in the Google search bar.
- Tap the Get started button if it appears for your account.
- Fill in your details: name, location, job title, about section, and a profile photo.
- Add your website and social links so people can reach you.
- Verify your phone number, since Google ties each card to one verified number.
- Review everything and tap Save or Preview, then Submit to publish the card.
Cards usually go live within a day or two once accepted. If you do not see a Get started button, card creation is likely restricted for your account or region, which is common in 2026.
Tips to make your card show up
A published card does not always rank at the top right away, so a few things help. Use your real, full name and keep it consistent with your other profiles, since Google matches identity signals. Add a clear photo and a specific job title, because complete cards are trusted more than empty ones. Link to a personal website or strong social profile to prove you are a real person. Keep the information accurate and avoid promotional language, as Google removes cards that look spammy. If several people share your name, the extra detail and links are what help Google show your card for the right searches.
If people cards are not available in your country
People Cards do not work in the United States, the United Kingdom, most of Europe, and many other places, and creation is patchy even where they exist. The good news is that the goal, showing up when people search your name, has stronger long term options anyway.
- Build a simple personal website: a one page site with your name as the title ranks well for your own name and is fully in your control. Get it found faster with our steps to submit your website to search engines.
- Optimize a LinkedIn profile: complete profiles rank strongly for name searches and add professional credibility.
- Add Person schema to your about page: structured data helps Google understand who you are and can support a knowledge panel over time.
These options outlast any single Google feature, so they are worth doing even if People Cards return in full. A professional presence also starts with the basics, like a professional email address, and the right tools to build your site.
Summary
Adding yourself to Google search through a People Card is free and quick where it is offered, mainly India and a few other countries, on mobile. In 2026, new card creation has become restricted, so treat it as a bonus rather than a guarantee. If it is not available to you, a small personal website, a complete LinkedIn profile, and Person schema achieve the same goal with more staying power.
Frequently asked questions
Is add me to search free?
Yes, creating a Google People Card is completely free. You only need a Google account, a verified phone number, and a supported country. Google does not charge to create, edit, or display your card, and any service asking for payment to set one up is unnecessary.
Why is my people card not showing?
A card may not show because it is still under review, your details are incomplete, or Google flagged it as low value. Searching your exact name while signed in usually reveals it first. If it was removed, spammy content or a policy issue is the likely cause.
Is people card available in the US?
No, Google People Cards are not available in the United States. The feature is limited to a handful of countries, mainly India, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. US users should build a personal website or optimize a LinkedIn profile to appear for their name in search instead.
How do I edit my people card?
Search for edit my people card or add me to search while signed in on mobile, then open your card and tap Edit. Update any field, then save. Changes usually appear within a day. You manage the card from the same Google account you used to create it.
How do I appear on Google search?
To appear for your name, create a People Card where available, or build a personal website and complete strong social profiles like LinkedIn. Consistent name details, a real photo, and links across profiles all help Google connect the identity and show you for your name.