- Open the TikTok App and tap “Profile” in the bottom right corner.
- Tap the Menu icon (three horizontal lines $\equiv$) in the top right corner.
- Tap “Settings and privacy.”
- Tap “Account.”
- Tap “Verification.”
- Tap “Start” (or similar prompt) and follow the on-screen instructions to select your verification type (Personal, Institutional, or Business) and submit your request.
📝 Note: If you don’t see the “Verification” option under “Account,” TikTok may not be accepting direct applications in your region or for your account type at this time, or your account may not meet the basic criteria (like having 2-Step Verification enabled).
✅ Key Requirements and Tips to Get Verified
TikTok looks for accounts that are Active, Authentic, Complete, Secure, and Notable.
1. Basic Account Requirements (Must-Haves)
- Active: You must have logged into your account within the last six months.
- Authentic: The account must represent a real person, business, or entity.
- Complete: Your profile must be public and have a:**
- Username
- Bio
- Profile photo
- At least one video posted
- Secure: You must have 2-Step Verification (Two-Factor Authentication) enabled, typically using a verified email and/or phone number.
2. Notability Requirement (Most Important)
This is the hardest part for many artists and creators. Your account must be Notable, meaning:
- Media Coverage: You or your brand should be featured in multiple, credible news sources (like well-known newspapers, magazines, or online news sites).
- No Paid or Sponsored Media: TikTok does not consider press releases, sponsored articles, or paid media mentions as evidence of notability.
3. Tips to Increase Your Chances
- Consistency is Key: Post high-quality, engaging content frequently and consistently.
- Go Viral: Create content that has the potential to go viral and generate high engagement (likes, comments, shares).
- Get Verified Elsewhere: Having a verified blue checkmark on other major social media platforms (Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, YouTube) can significantly help prove your notability and authenticity.
- Respect the Guidelines: Strictly follow all of TikTok’s Community Guidelines and Terms of Service.
- Collaborate: Network and collaborate with other creators to boost your visibility.
