Google Play Console Developer Account Verification Walkthrough

How I Got an Organisation Account Verified in 33 Hours in One Go

Ryan W
8 min readOct 14, 2024

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In July 2023, Google Play introduced new verification requirements for anyone creating Play Console developer accounts. This was done to increase trust and transparency on Google Play and ensure developers comply with the updated Play Console policies.

For Play Console developer accounts created before September 2023, we must select a preferred deadline for completing the verification process. The verification can be initiated 60 days before this deadline. Failing to complete the verification by the chosen date risks removal of both the developer profile and the apps from Google Play. Therefore, verifying the account is essential, and any errors in the process could have significant consequences.

Recently, I had the opportunity to complete an organisation account verification. Since I had all the necessary details ready, the entire process took around 20 minutes, and the verification was completed in 33 hours. Below, I’ll walk you through the steps I followed.

When Verification Opens

60 days before our chosen deadline, Google Play emails to the account administrator with details about the verification process and the…

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Ryan W
Ryan W

Written by Ryan W

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