How to Get Verified on Snapchat
Account verification has become an increasingly important topic on Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms out there, and Snapchat isn’t the exception.
If you are a content creator who has a pretty good community and viewership, then you surely want to have your account verified.
Nevertheless, obtaining the verified status on Snapchat is something that can mostly be achieved if you ask for it.
Since the instructions are certainly unclear, we will help you start the verification request in the blink of an eye.
Keep reading today’s article to learn more about:
- How to get verified on Snapchat;
- Requirements to get verified on Snapchat;
- What to know before you obtain the verification status on Snapchat.
What is a Snapchat Verified Account?
A Snapchat verified account is a profile that belongs to public figures or relevant individuals in the Snapchat community.
It is a way to protect creators and brands on this social media site by giving them a recognition badge directly related to their efforts and milestones on the platform.
Whether you are a social media guru or a public celebrity, the verified badge helps Snapchat users understand that they are in the presence of an official account on the Snapchat social media platform.
What Are the Benefits of Snapchat Verification?
Snapchat verified accounts enjoy numerous perks on the platform.
By verifying an account, Snapchat means that they are directly protecting the content posted on the platform.
- Snapchat promotes verified accounts recommended on other user’s feeds and timelines. So, if you happen to have a recently verified Snapchat account, then you will notice that your audience engagement will improve;
- Celebrity accounts often receive a verified username in order to be found easily on the Snapchat app. As a consequence, most celebrities usernames have a verified star on them;
- If you have a brand verified (whether we talk about big brands or personal brands), your Snapchat engagement and credibility will increase. Having a verified business on Snapchat is a great way to improve your company’s presence on the app;
- Other verified accounts also enjoy benefits, such as preventing fake accounts popping out of nowhere and fake messages sent from unofficial profiles.
Pro Tip: Snapchat is very discretionary about some of the information they have. For instance, there’s no information about how many accounts verified are on Snapchat.
But can you see other info, such as your Snapchat Friends Lists? Check out our related article to learn more.
Snapchat Verification Requirements
In order to get Snapchat verified badges, a profile must meet the following requirements for Snap Stars:
- You must post frequently. This means both a Snapchat story and any other kind of Snapchat post;
- You should have an average of 50,000 viewers watching your Snapchat stories. Also, you must constantly post stories for this average to be determined;
- You must have a Public Snapchat Profile. How will the audience connect with you otherwise?!;
- Your account must be authentic - this is the only criteria that will convince Snapchat to verify your account;
- Personal and brands verified account must fill out an official form before they get verified on Snapchat.
How to Get Verified on Snapchat
Now that you know the importance of the Snapchat verification star, it is time to learn how to get your account verified on Snapchat!
If you want your brand to start appearing on Snapchat’s official stores, or your content page to pop out in a feature called “Official Stories” header, then you must contact Snapchat support.
Step 1: Open Your Snapchat Account
So, unless your account is big enough so that Snapchat recognize automatically that you need to get verified, you need to contact the support team by yourself.
So, open Snapchat directly on your mobile device, and proceed.
Step 2: Go to Settings and then to “I Need Help”
You need to go to “Settings,” and then scroll down until you find the option that says “I Need Help.”
Scroll down again, and select that your problem does not appear in the list.
Step 3: Select “My Issue Is Not Listed”
You will be redirected to multiple options - none of them will fit your needs.
So, tap on “My Issue Is Not Listed,” and you will be able to send a message directly to Snapchat’s support.
Step 4: Fill Out the Official Submission Form on Snapchat
Now, you have multiple options here:
- Tell them that you have recently experienced multiple logins in your account. That’s why you need to get verified on Snapchat - to protect your identity;
- Explain that you have a big enough viewership so they can give you the verified customized Snapchat icon;
- Express that you are worried about other profiles using your image for their own gain;
- Don’t forget to attach your personal ID and other identity proofs so Snapchat knows that they are talking to the “real you.”
Step 5: Wait Until the Support Ticket Gets Processed
So, send the ticket, and wait for a while. It’s just a matter of time before Snapchat gives you the gold star.
Nevertheless, remember that if your account is not big enough, then forget about getting verified!
That will be all for today’s post! You have just learned how to get verified on Snapchat.
For more Snapchat information, keep tuned to GrowFollowing.
FAQ
How to Get a Star on Snapchat
There are three fundamental things you need to get a star on Snapchat: a big account, a powerful community, and a verification request.
Read the previously mentioned steps in this article to learn more about this!
Is Verification on Snapchat and other Social Media Platforms Important?
Yes, it is important, regardless if we talk about an Instagram’s verified account or verified profiles on multiple platforms.
Having a verified profile protects you and your community from malicious and intentional attacks.
Karen is a senior technical writer and copywriter here at GrowFollowing. Her area of expertize are social media apps and new media.