See How a Business Spotlight Feature Gets Made

See How We Tell Your Story

Here is exactly how a Bato Spotlight goes from a quick conversation with our team to a real feature inside the app and on social media.

How It Works, Step by Step

Have an Active Listing

Your business needs a listing on Bato first. If you haven’t listed yet, you can create your listing and request a Spotlight at the same time, no extra steps needed.

Share Your Story

Tell our team about your business. What you offer, where you are located, what makes you different, and any photos you would like included. This is what our writers use to build your feature.

Our Team Writes Your Feature

A member of our editorial team turns your story into a real feature, written to read naturally and to help customers get to know your business.

You Review Before It Goes Live

Before publishing, you get a chance to review your Spotlight and request any changes, so the final feature sounds like you.

Go Live Inside the App

Once approved, your Spotlight is featured inside the Bato app, shared on our social channels, and rotated through the app’s spotlight section.

1. Have an Active Listing

Your business needs a listing on Bato first. If you haven’t listed yet, you can create your listing and request a Spotlight at the same time, no extra steps needed.

2. Share Your Story

Tell our team about your business. What you offer, where you are located, what makes you different, and any photos you would like included. This is what our writers use to build your feature.

3. Our Team Writes Your Feature

A member of our editorial team turns your story into a real feature, written to read naturally and to help customers get to know your business.

4. You Review Before It Goes Live

Before publishing, you get a chance to review your Spotlight and request any changes, so the final feature sounds like you.

5. Go Live Inside the App

Once approved, your Spotlight is featured inside the Bato app, shared on our social channels, and rotated through the app’s spotlight section.

Where Your Spotlight Shows Up

In-App Feature

Your Spotlight appears as a featured story inside the Bato app, seen by customers actively browsing your category and city.

Social Media

Shared directly with Bato’s local social media audience, putting your story in front of thousands of followers

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a Spotlight published?

Timing depends on current volume, but most Spotlights are written and published within a couple of weeks of sharing your story with our team.

Do I get to see it before it goes live?

Yes, You will have a chance to review your Spotlight and request changes before it is published.

Who actually writes the feature?

Our editorial team writes it for you, based on the information and photos you share about your business.

Can I request updates to my Spotlight later?

Yes, If your business changes or you want to highlight something new, such as a seasonal promotion or milestone, you can reach out to request an update.

Ready to Get Started?

Share your story with our team and see it turned into a real feature inside the app and on social media.