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The About Section of Your Website

The “About” section is a key element of your online presence: it introduces your business and improves your visibility in search engines. Find out how to prepare, write and optimise this page in CentralApp.

Written by Odile Lodewijck

Before you start: prepare your key information

To write more efficiently and maintain a clear, impactful message, gather the following information beforehand:

  • Your main business activity

  • Your key products and services

  • Your geographical area / location

  • Your commitments and values

  • What sets you apart


Accessing the section in CentralApp

  1. Log in to your CentralApp account.

  2. Go to the sidebar menu and open the Website editor.

  3. Under General, select “About”.


Structuring and writing your content

The description (max. 120 characters)

Objective: Provide an ultra-short, impactful summary of your business.

What to include: Your business activity, your city and your main speciality.

Examples:

  • Restaurant in Lyon: “Italian restaurant in the heart of Lyon, specialising in fresh pasta and seasonal produce.”

  • Wellness centre in Bordeaux: “Spa in Bordeaux offering massages, treatments and personalised programmes.”

The introduction (max. 500 characters)

Objective: Capture the reader’s attention, summarise your value proposition and encourage them to keep reading.

Examples:

  • Hair salon in Lille: “Located in central Lille, our salon offers bespoke services for women and men, with particular attention to the products we use and the smallest details.”

  • Creative workshop: “Our space offers artistic activities for children and adults in an inspiring, welcoming environment.”

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