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This doesn’t impact much but it’s a bit awkward knowing they can see you but you can’t see them!Ĥ. You should also be aware that you won’t be able to see the Google rep on the other side of the phone when going through video verification.

I did this without headphones and it was windy outside which made things a bit stressful. Tip: I strongly recommend wearing headphones that will connect with your phone for the video verification. You should also turn off the wifi on your phone, so if you do have to leave the building, you don’t lose service that way either. You will have to show Google signage of your business so if you have to leave your office to go outside, don’t use a laptop as you’ll likely cut out of service.

#Google verify my business verification

I did the video verification on my phone.

#Google verify my business download

At first, I was not aware that you have to download Google hangouts for the video verification, but it is clearly stated within this email, so make sure you follow all instructions. I crossed out the exact time of this video verification for a client but Google does state the time zone, which is nice reassurance.

Once you’ve replied to the email above, you will receive an email similar to what’s below.

Google My Business will respond to you shortly after. You will want to reply to this email stating a time that you are available for video verification. After you speak with someone at Google My Business, you will receive an email similar to what’s below. The hours of Google My Business are 9 AM – 8 PM (Eastern Time). If you don’t know or don’t have a Google Ads ID, you can still get through by noting that you don’t have a Google Ads ID. You’ll want to enter your Google Ads ID and then press option 3 for Google My Business.

Call into Google My Business if the postcard hasn’t arrived after two weeks to schedule a time for the video verification.

It is important to note that you must wait two weeks to do the video verification after requesting a postcard to your physical location.

I’ve also listed out all of the steps involved so this process is stress-free for you and your business. I wanted to show you first hand via video how this process works so you can be prepared to do this yourself. I’ve gone through the video verification process before. Since our digital agency has worked with hundreds of local businesses, we know the stress involved when you can’t receive a postcard and have to revert to video verification. If you haven’t received a postcard at your physical office location to verify your Google My Business location, don’t worry, Google My Business now offers video verification.

By Jason Parks Articles September 18, 2019