Google Business Profile – Video Verification
Before Starting
Tech Requirements:
- A mobile phone with camera and internet connection is required.
Plan Your Video – Google Requirements for Verification:
- Your location should match your Business Profile service area.
Examples: capture a street sign, nearby businesses, or the surrounding area - Your business name and category should match your Business Profile
Examples: capture a business card, your branded vehicle, or business tools and equipment - Your authorized to represent this business
Examples: capture you unlocking your branded vehicle, operating online business tools, or show a proof of address.
(Note: Keep your video to 30 seconds, if possible).
Ready to Start? Instructions:
Sign into your @thepatchboys.com email address at business.google.com
OR search for “The Patch Boys of _________” at google.com (Make sure your account is signed in under your @thepatchboys.com email address)
Your business should appeal within the search results as “Your Business is not visible to customers”
Note: Results may show up lower on the page so please scroll down.
Click “Get Verified”

Enter your address.
Google will ask you to select a way to get verified, choose Continue.
Google will ask you to verify your mailing address again.
Click Continue.
Google will ask you to capture 3 requirements in 1 continuous recording. Click continue.
- Your location should match your Business Profile service area.
Examples: capture a street sign, nearby businesses, or the surrounding area - Your business name and category should match your Business Profile
Examples: capture a business card, your branded vehicle, or business tools and equipment - Your authorized to represent this business
Examples: capture you unlocking your branded vehicle, operating online business tools, or show a proof of address.
(Note: for best results, keep video at 30 seconds.)
They will offer some more tips, click Next.
If you’re on a desktop, they’ll provide you with a QR code. Scan the QR code (make sure you are signed into your @thepatchboys.com email address) on your mobile device. You can start the recording then.
Please let us know if you need any assistance with this!