This article will help you verify a Google Business Profile using the Business Video verification
What you need:
- Access to the Google Business Profile you want to verify (ask CommonMind for access)
- Mobile Phone
Before you get started:
Your video recording shouldn’t include any sensitive information like bank account numbers, tax or identification numbers, or any other private information, or show other people’s faces.
Take the time to plan your video. Your video should meet these requirements:
- Unedited, unique, and one continuous recording without breaks.
- Show the location of your business. Capture the official street and number signs, nearby businesses, or the area around your business that shows your business is at the correct Google Maps location.
- For businesses with a physical location, show evidence that your business exists. Capture the storefront, showroom, or business signage.
- For service providers, record equipment or other items related to your business. Capture the products for sale, branded equipment, marketing materials, or tools you use to serve your customers.
- Demonstrate proof of management. You can show that you’re authorized to represent your business by recording employee-only items or areas. Record yourself opening a cash register, accessing a point-of-sale system, unlocking the staff room, kitchen, or storage room.
Record your video
- On your mobile device, go to your Business Profile.
- If you start verification on a computer, to continue on your mobile device, you can scan a QR code. (https://business.google.com/)
- Tap Get verified and then Capture video.
- Tap Start recording.
- You could be asked to allow access to your camera and microphone. Follow the
on-screen instructions to continue. - Record your video.
- Tap Stop recording and then Upload video.
Verification Time
- After you upload your video, Google will review it. Reviews can take up to 5 business days.
- If you’re verified, you get a notification.
- If the video method doesn't work, the “Get verified” button will show up again. Make sure your video meets all the requirements and try again.
Accessing Google Business Profile on your computer (screenshots).
Let us know if you have any additional questions.