You get the blue verified checkmark on Spotify by claiming your Spotify for Artists profile — it's automatic, free, and there's no follower minimum or separate application. The moment Spotify approves your access to your own artist profile, the checkmark appears. If you're not verified yet, it almost always means you simply haven't claimed your profile.
How to get verified, step by step
- Have at least one song live on Spotify, released through a distributor.
- Go to artists.spotify.com and request access to your artist profile.
- Confirm your identity (Spotify verifies via your distributor or your official socials).
- Once access is approved, the verified checkmark appears on your profile automatically.
This is part of setting up Spotify for Artists — claiming the profile and getting verified are the same step.
Why the checkmark matters
The verified badge signals you're the real, official artist — it builds listener trust, unlocks profile customisation (image, bio, Artist Pick, Canvas), and is required to pitch playlists. It won't directly boost streams, but it makes your profile look legitimate, which helps conversion when new listeners land on you from Reels or playlists.
Common reasons you're not verified yet
- You haven't claimed your profile at artists.spotify.com.
- Your release is brand new and the profile hasn't generated yet (wait for it to go live).
- Your distributor delivery is still processing — the profile appears after delivery completes.
New to releasing? Start with our Spotify release guide.