# Deploy Listings without Directly Charging the Client > Learn how to activate Listings for sub-accounts without billing clients directly. Offer local SEO benefits seamlessly using the GHL Customer Care platform. - Source: https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/reselling-products/online-listings/deploy-listings-without-directly-charging-the-client - Section: Reselling Products / Online Listings - Reading time: 2 min - Images: 3, each explained below - Modified on Tue, 1 Jul, 2025 at 4:39 PM --- If you wish to deploy Listings for your client but you do not wish to charge them directly, you can choose to purchase Listings on their behalf. This article outlines how to activate Listings under this model and ensure clients benefit from consistent directory presence without being involved in the deployment process. --- **TABLE OF CONTENTS** - [Overview: Deploying Listings Without Client Billing](#overview-deploying-listings-without-client-billing) - [How To Deploy Listings Without Directly Charging the Client](#how-to-deploy-listings-without-directly-charging-the-client) - [Step 1: Navigate to Manage Sub-Account](#step-1-navigate-to-manage-sub-account) - [Step 2: Access Listings from the Reselling Tab](#step-2-access-listings-from-the-reselling-tab) - [Step 3: Enable "Deploy Listings Directly"](#step-3-enable-deploy-listings-directly) - [Frequently Asked Questions](#frequently-asked-questions)[](#related-articles) - [Related Articles](#related-articles) --- # **Overview: Deploying Listings Without Client Billing** Deploying Listings without charging the client directly enables agencies to provide added value through a seamless, behind-the-scenes service. This method is especially useful when Listings is included in a packaged offering, used for internal brand management, or offered as part of a premium experience without exposing the individual cost. It allows the agency to retain full control over the setup, pricing strategy, and service continuity.  --- ## **How To Deploy Listings Without** **Directly** **Charging the Client** Follow these steps to activate Listings for a sub-account without billing the client directly: #### **Step 1:** Navigate to Manage Sub-Account - From the Agency-View, use the left-side navigation bar to go to **Sub-Accounts** - Locate the desired sub-account - Click the **3 dots** **(⋮)** icon in the lower right corner and select **Manage Client** ![Step 1: Navigate to Manage Sub-Account (image 1 of 3)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155049185866/original/GZCJLzHg8b9v30q0QwWX3ljnuPwnASYuhw.png) **Step 1: Navigate to Manage Sub-Account (image 1 of 3)** This screenshot appears in the "Step 1: Navigate to Manage Sub-Account" section of "Deploy Listings without Directly Charging the Client". The text alongside this image reads: From the Agency-View, use the left-side navigation bar to go to Sub-Accounts Locate the desired sub-account Click the 3 dots (⋮) icon in the lower right corner and select Manage Client. This part of the guide covers 1 field, listed below. Immediately after, the guide continues: In the top navigation ribbon, select Reselling In the secondary left-side navigation bar, select Listings. - What to choose: From the Agency-View, use the left-side navigation bar to go to Sub-Accounts Locate the desired sub-account Click the 3 dots (⋮) icon in the lower right corner and select Manage Client - Fields: Locate the desired sub-account - Controls: Sub-Accounts, 3 dots, (⋮), Manage Client - Next: In the top navigation ribbon, select Reselling In the secondary left-side navigation bar, select Listings Full procedure: 1. From the Agency-View, use the left-side navigation bar to go to Sub-Accounts 2. Locate the desired sub-account 3. Click the 3 dots (⋮) icon in the lower right corner and select Manage Client #### **Step 2:** Access Listings from the Reselling Tab - In the top navigation ribbon, select **Reselling** - In the secondary left-side navigation bar, select **Listings** ![Step 2: Access Listings from the Reselling Tab (image 2 of 3)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155049185934/original/o3pIypZGUkuCQP8jAGh-QwmDBMP8zZ3bMg.png) **Step 2: Access Listings from the Reselling Tab (image 2 of 3)** This screenshot appears in the "Step 2: Access Listings from the Reselling Tab" section of "Deploy Listings without Directly Charging the Client". The text alongside this image reads: In the top navigation ribbon, select Reselling In the secondary left-side navigation bar, select Listings. This part of the guide covers 2 fields, listed below. Immediately after, the guide continues: Scroll to the Deploy Listings Directly section Review the deployment terms and check the agreement box Click the blue Pay Now! button. - What to choose: In the top navigation ribbon, select Reselling In the secondary left-side navigation bar, select Listings - Fields: In the top navigation ribbon, select Reselling, In the secondary left-side navigation bar, select Listings - Controls: Reselling, Listings - Next: Scroll to the Deploy Listings Directly section Review the deployment terms and check the agreement box Click the blue Pay Now! button Full procedure: 1. In the top navigation ribbon, select Reselling 2. In the secondary left-side navigation bar, select Listings #### **Step 3:** Enable "Deploy Listings Directly" - Scroll to the **Deploy Listings Directly** section - Review the deployment terms and check the agreement box - Click the blue **Pay Now!** button ![Step 3: Enable "Deploy Listings Directly" (image 3 of 3)](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155049185968/original/qmLZrT2yy4tFrXtb17WwzWKncBm_eU6Puw.png) **Step 3: Enable "Deploy Listings Directly" (image 3 of 3)** This screenshot appears in the "Step 3: Enable "Deploy Listings Directly"" section of "Deploy Listings without Directly Charging the Client". The text alongside this image reads: Scroll to the Deploy Listings Directly section Review the deployment terms and check the agreement box Click the blue Pay Now! button. Immediately after, the guide continues: Q: Can I switch to a resell model later? Yes! You can enable the resell option under the same Listings tab and adjust pricing and billing to your client. - What to click: Scroll to the Deploy Listings Directly section Review the deployment terms and check the agreement box Click the blue Pay Now! button - Controls: Deploy Listings Directly, Pay Now! - Next: Q: Can I switch to a resell model later? Yes! You can enable the resell option under the same Listings tab and adjust pricing and billing to your client. Full procedure: 1. Scroll to the Deploy Listings Directly section 2. Review the deployment terms and check the agreement box 3. Click the blue Pay Now! button --- ## **Frequently Asked Questions** **Q: Can I switch to a resell model later?** Yes! You can enable the resell option under the same Listings tab and adjust pricing and billing to your client. **Q: What happens if I disable Listings after one month?** There is a 1-month minimum. After that, you can cancel anytime. **Q: What does “Deploy Listings Directly” mean?** It allows you to activate Listings for a client without billing them directly through Reselling. The cost is covered by your agency. --- ## **Related Articles** - [Online Listing Overview & Setup Doc](https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/reselling-products/online-listings/online-listing-overview-setup-doc) - [GHL Customer Care Listings](https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/reselling-products/online-listings/ghl-customer-care-listings) - [How to Resell Listings to Your Clients](https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/reselling-products/online-listings/how-to-resell-listings-to-your-clients) - [Rebilling, Reselling, and Wallets Explained](https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/miscellaneous/miscellaneous/rebilling-reselling-and-wallets-explained) --- Documentation for GHL Customer Care. Support: support@ghlcustomercare.com