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How Bato Works
Bato is the local business directory app built for the Farsi-speaking community in the United States and Canada. Whether you want to find a trusted Iranian business near you or list your own business for thousands of Farsi-speaking customers — getting started takes just minutes.
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100% Free to Search
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List Your Business in Under 5 Minutes
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60-Day Active Listing Per Submission
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US & Canada Iranian Community Only
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Safe, Private & Secure
Find Any Iranian Business Near You in 3 Steps
Stop searching through generic apps that don’t understand your community. Bato is the fastest local business search app for the Iranian and Farsi-speaking community across the US and Canada.
📱 Download the Bato App for Free
Head to the Google Play Store and search for Bato — the Iranian business directory app. Download it for free on your Android phone. No subscription needed, no credit card required. The app is completely free to use for anyone looking for Farsi-speaking businesses in the United States and Canada.
- Available on Android via Google Play Store
- iOS version coming soon for iPhone users
- Supports English and Farsi languages
🔍 Search by City, Category, or Service
Once you open Bato, use the search bar to find exactly what you are looking for. Type the name of a service — like ‘Iranian doctor’, ‘Persian restaurant’, or ‘Farsi-speaking lawyer’ — and Bato instantly shows you matching businesses in your city. You can also browse by category to explore all Farsi-speaking businesses available near you.
- Search by city — Los Angeles, Toronto, Houston, Vancouver and more
- Browse by category — doctors, restaurants, lawyers, realtors, groceries and more
- View results on a map or as a list — your choice
📞 Connect in One Tap — Call, Directions & More
Found the Iranian business you were looking for? Connect with them instantly. Tap to call the business directly, get turn-by-turn directions on your map app, or visit their website — all from inside the Bato app. You can also save businesses to your favorites list so you can come back to them anytime.
- One-tap calling — no need to copy and dial numbers manually
- Built-in map for directions to any Iranian business
- Save favorites and share businesses with your family and friends
List Your Iranian Business in 3 Simple Steps
Bato is the only local business directory app built exclusively for Farsi-speaking businesses in the US and Canada. Add your listing in minutes and start getting discovered by Iranian customers in your city today.
📲 Download Bato & Create Your Free Account
Download the Bato app from the Google Play Store for free. Once installed, create your free business account in minutes. All you need is a valid email address. No technical knowledge required — if you can use a smartphone, you can list your business on Bato.
- Available free on Google Play Store — Android only (iOS coming soon)
- Account creation takes less than 2 minutes
- No setup fees, no monthly fees, no hidden charges
📝 Add Your Business Listing — Takes Under 5 Minutes
Fill in your business details using the simple listing form inside the Bato app. Add your business name, select your category, enter your city and address, add your phone number and website, and write a short description of your services. Once submitted, your listing goes live immediately and stays active and visible to Farsi-speaking customers for a full 60 days.
- Business name, category, city, address, phone and website
- Short description of your services in English or Farsi
- Listing goes live instantly — no waiting for approval
- Up to 300+ active listings can be live on Bato at any time
🎯 Get Discovered by Farsi-Speaking Customers
Once your listing is live, Farsi-speaking customers across the US and Canada can find your business instantly when they search for your category or city on Bato. They can call you with one tap, get directions to your location, or visit your website — all from inside the app. Renew your listing every 60 days to keep your business visible and keep those calls coming.
- Customers find you by city, category, or service name
- One-tap calls, directions and website visits directly from the app
- Renew every 60 days to stay visible — no complicated process
Bato Works for Everyone in the Iranian Community
Whether you are a Farsi-speaking customer looking for trusted local services or an Iranian business owner ready to grow — Bato is your community app.
I Am Looking for a Business
Find trusted Iranian doctors, Persian restaurants, Farsi-speaking lawyers, Iranian realtors, and more — all in one app built for your community.
Download Bato Free
Available on Google Play Store
Search Your City & Category
Find Farsi-speaking businesses near you
Call, Get Directions & Connect
One tap to reach any Iranian business
I Want to List My Business
Reach thousands of Farsi-speaking customers in your city who are actively searching for your services. List your Iranian business on Bato free in minutes.
Download Bato Free
Available on Google Play Store
Download Bato Free
Available on Google Play Store
Download Bato Free
Available on Google Play Store
Everything You Need in One Local Directory App
Bato is more than just a business listing app. It is a complete local business directory app designed for the specific needs of the Iranian and Farsi-speaking community in the US and Canada.
Map View & List View
Browse Iranian businesses on an interactive map or switch to a clean list view. Find exactly what you need, exactly where you need it.
One-Tap Calling
Call any Iranian business directly from the app with a single tap. No need to copy phone numbers or switch apps.
Get Directions Instantly
Get turn-by-turn directions to any Farsi-speaking business near you. Bato links directly to your preferred maps app.
Save Your Favorites
Bookmark your favorite Iranian businesses so you can find them again instantly. Share them with family and friends in the community.
English & Farsi Support
Bato works in both English and Farsi. Search, browse, and connect in your preferred language. Full RTL support for Farsi users.
Secure & Private
Your data is encrypted and never shared with third parties. Bato is a safe and trusted platform for the Iranian community.
Your Business Listing — What You Need to Know
Every business listing on Bato is designed to give Iranian business owners maximum visibility within the Farsi-speaking community for a full 60 days. Here is exactly what happens after you submit your listing:
You Submit Your Listing
Fill in your business details in the app. Takes under 5 minutes.
Your Listing Goes Live Instantly
No waiting. No approval delays. Your business is visible immediately.
60 Days of Active Visibility
Farsi-speaking customers can find and contact you for the full 60-day period.
Renew to Stay Listed
After 60 days, simply renew your listing to keep your business visible to the community.
Business Listing Summary
Listing Cost
Free
Active Duration
60 Days
Time to List
Under 5 Minutes
Max Active Listings
300+
Target Audience
Farsi Speakers (US & Canada)
One-Tap Call
✓ Included
Map & Directions
✓ Included
Website Link
✓ Included
Renewal After 60 Days
✓ Simple & Easy
Still Have Questions?
Is Bato really free to use?
Yes. Searching for Iranian businesses on Bato is 100% free. Listing your business is also free. Your listing stays active for 60 days at no cost.
What happens to my listing after 60 days?
After 60 days your listing expires and is removed from search results. You can renew your listing anytime to remain visible to Farsi-speaking customers in your city.
Can I list more than one business?
Yes. If you own more than one Iranian business, you can create separate listings for each one. Each listing is active for 60 days independently.
Does my business have to be Iranian-owned?
Bato is designed for Farsi-speaking businesses in the US and Canada. Your business should serve or be run by members of the Iranian or Farsi-speaking community to be listed on Bato.
Is Bato available for iPhone?
Currently Bato is available on Android via the Google Play Store. An iOS version for iPhone and iPad is coming soon. Stay tuned for the launch announcement.
Which cities and states does Bato cover?
Bato covers cities across the United States and Canada where the Iranian diaspora lives. This includes Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Washington DC, San Diego, Dallas in the US, and Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, and Ottawa in Canada — with more cities being added regularly.
Can I edit my listing after it goes live?
Yes. You can update your business listing details at any time through your account in the Bato app. If your phone number, address, or services change, simply log in and update your listing.
Be Part of Bato's Story
Whether you are searching for a trusted Iranian business or ready to list your own — join the community that is building Bato together.