# How to Get Verified on TikTok: Requirements and How to Apply

> How to get the blue check on TikTok. What TikTok looks for, how to apply in the app, how long review takes, why requests get denied, and what to do if you're turned down.

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Last updated: 2026-10-28

Category: TikTok. 

To get verified on TikTok, go to **Profile > menu (three lines) > Settings and privacy > Account > Verification** and submit a request with proof of who you are and evidence that you're notable, such as news coverage. TikTok reviews the request and, if it agrees, adds the blue check next to your name. There's no follower number that guarantees verification and, at the time of writing, no way to pay for it. What TikTok looks for is an account that is **authentic, notable and active**.

## What the blue check means on TikTok

The verified badge tells people that an account really belongs to the person, brand or organization it claims to be. It's meant for accounts that people are likely to search for and might be impersonated: public figures, well-known creators, brands, media outlets, government bodies and nonprofits. It isn't a reward for popularity, and it doesn't boost reach on the For You feed.

## What TikTok looks for

| Criterion | What it means in practice |
| --- | --- |
| Authentic | You are who you say you are; ID or business documents prove it |
| Notable | You're in the news or widely searched; coverage in independent media counts, paid posts and press releases don't |
| Active | You post regularly and have been on TikTok for a while (guides commonly cite six months) |
| Unique | The account is the main one for that person or brand, not a fan page, parody or backup |
| Secure | Two-step verification is on and the email or phone number is confirmed |
| In good standing | No recent Community Guidelines strikes |

TikTok says the process is subjective and changes over time, so treat this as a guide rather than a checklist that guarantees a badge.

## How to apply for verification in the app

1. Turn on **two-step verification** in Settings and privacy > Security, and confirm your email and phone.
2. Make sure your profile is complete: real name or brand name, a clear photo, a bio and a link to your website.
3. Go to **Settings and privacy > Account > Verification**.
4. Choose your category (for example individual creator, business, government).
5. Upload ID or business documents and add links that show notability: articles about you, your official website, verified accounts on other platforms.
6. Submit and wait for TikTok's reply in your inbox.

If you don't see **Verification** in your settings, it isn't available for your account or region yet. Some regions use a web form instead, linked from TikTok's Help Center.

## How long does TikTok verification take?

Usually up to about 30 days. If you're turned down, TikTok says why in general terms, and you can apply again after 30 days.

## Why verification requests get denied

- **Not enough independent coverage.** Self-published posts, sponsored articles and press releases don't prove notability.
- **Incomplete or inconsistent details.** The name on the account doesn't match the documents, or the profile is missing a photo or bio.
- **Inactive account.** Long gaps between posts.
- **Recent violations.** Strikes or removed videos.
- **Duplicate accounts.** A second account for the same person or brand.

## How to improve your chances

- **Post consistently for months.** A steady schedule shows an active account. Schedule For You can publish your finished videos and photo posts on a set schedule so gaps don't creep in when you're busy.
- **Earn press.** Interviews, features and mentions in local or industry media are the strongest evidence of notability.
- **Link your other verified accounts.** A verified Instagram, YouTube or X account on the same name helps show you're the real one.
- **Use one name everywhere.** Check your handle is free on every platform with our [TikTok username checker](https://scheduleforyou.com/tools/tiktok-username-checker).
- **Keep the account clean.** Read and follow the Community Guidelines.

## Beware of verification scams

TikTok never sells verification and never asks for your password in a DM or email. Messages offering a badge for a fee, or links to "verification forms" outside the app or TikTok's own site, are scams designed to take over your account.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many followers do you need to get verified on TikTok?
There's no minimum. Large creators are often verified, but follower count alone isn't enough, and smaller accounts that are notable can be verified.

### Can you pay to get verified on TikTok?
No, not at the time of writing. TikTok doesn't sell the blue check, and anyone offering it for money is running a scam.

### Can a business get verified on TikTok?
Yes. Apply under the business category with registration documents and evidence that the brand is well known. This is separate from verifying a business for TikTok ads.

### Does verification help you go viral?
No. The badge confirms identity; it doesn't change how the For You feed ranks your videos.

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