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It’s been a long time coming, but
Google has finally given the official go-ahead for
businesses to create profiles on the
Google+ social network.

We have gone hands-on with the new option to offer you a simple walkthrough, demoing just how quick and easy it is to get set up on the service.

Take a look through our image gallery above for our no-nonsense how-to. Once you’ve got yours set up, link us in the comments to your brand’s Google+ page.

If you’re looking for inspiration, then take a look at what other brands have created in the gallery below.

Examples of Top Google+ Brand Pages

Google+ Pages Launch For Companies

1.
Angry Birds

The popular game welcomes Google+ followers with an excited “Ca-caww!”

2.
Barcelona Football Club

FC Barcelona is the first team from the Professional Football League to launch a Google+ page.

3.
Breaking News

The worldwide news source is already updating its followers on breaking events.

4.
Burberry

The British brand’s Google+ page is introduced by chief creative officer Christopher Baily.

5. Cadbury

In spirit of the company’s Google+ launch, Cadbury has announced the special addition “Dairy +1 bar,” the chocolate bar “that’s perfect for sharing.”

Stay tuned for Cadbury’s page to launch.

6.
Dallas Cowboys

Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager, welcomes followers to its Google+ page.

7.
Fox News

Fox News is also celebrating its 15th anniversary, sharing a video flashback in celebration.

8.
Good Morning America

The morning news source is already using its page to break stories.

9.
Macy?s

Although Macy’s has yet to post anything, judging by the photos, the page will likely be filled with updates as the holiday season nears.

10.
Pepsi

Pepsi has shared a little history on the company’s commercial music for its followers.

11.
Save the Children

Save the Children UK is among the first charities to join Google+ as a page.

12.
The Muppets

The Muppets are celebrating their Google+ page launch today with a Hangout at 4:30 p.m. PST. According to its page, “Miss Piggy has been primping for hours to see you and you don?t want to upset her…trust us.”

13.
Toyota

The official Toyota USA G+ page gets creative with its images. The company plans to keep its followers up-to-date with the latest in news and events.