Getting that blue tick on Spotify, Apple Music, and Instagram is essential for legitimacy as an artist. That little blue checkmark tells fans, industry professionals, and the platforms themselves that you are an actual musician of note. How do you get verified on Spotify, Apple Music, and Instagram as an artist, and what are the main actions to take?

In this guide, we will dissect the verification process for each top-tier site, providing you with a roadmap to snagging that blue check and taking your music career to the next level. Verification establishes trust with your potential listeners. It makes your content more visible in searches, translating to better access to playlist placements, brand deals, and media opportunities. Here’s how every platform leverages verification to its advantage for artists:

Apple Music: A verified profile helps you manage your artist page, connect with your fans directly, and better showcase your brand.

Instagram: Having a blue check increases credibility, visibility in search results, and engagement with your content.

A step-by-step guide to verifications on these platforms. Now, let’s examine how to get verified on each platform.

How to Verify Your Spotify Account

Now, you can get verified on Spotify more quickly than you think without having a large following. Here’s what you need to do:

Step 1: Claiming Your Spotify for Artists Profile

• Go to artists.
• Spotify.
• Visit artists.spotify.com and sign in.
• Click “Claim Your Profile.”

If you aren’t yet listed, make your music available through a distributor like DistroKid, TuneCore, or CD Baby.

Step 2: Pull together a Portfolio of Your Artist Profile

• Use a nice profile photo and cover photo.
• Write a hooky artist bio with your social media links.
• Use a consistent artist name on every streaming platform.
• Takeaway 3: Film Short Videos & Engage Your Audience
• Keep the momentum going by releasing new music often.
• Hyping tracks + getting them onto Spotify playlists via Spotify for Artists.
• Share your Spotify link all over your social media to get more streams.

STEP 4: Obtain Verification (Automatic Step)

After you’re approved for Spotify for Artists, you automatically earn the blue checkmark on your profile—no additional application is necessary!

How to Be Verified on Apple Music

On the other hand, Apple Music verification only works if you use Apple Music for Artists and go through a particular process (as opposed to the one for Spotify).

Step 1: Create an Apple Music for Artists Account

• Visit artists.apple.com and sign in with your Apple ID.
• Click on Request Artist Access and search for your artist profile
• If you already have music on Apple Music, pick it from the list and sign in.

Step 2: Confirm Your Identity

You must show proof of owning it, including social media accounts or distributor credentials.

If you oversee a team, you can add bandmates or managers to access your artist profile.

Step 3: Fill out & Lean into Your Profile

Refresh your profile photo and bio.

After Apple sends you a request, you must review and approve it to receive official verification of your artist page, making it more legitimate and professional.

Getting Verified on Instagram

Instagram’s process for verifying accounts is more selective, but here’s what you can do to improve your chances:

Step 1: The minimum requirements

Instagram generally verifies accounts that consist of:

✔ Verified – Belongs to a real person or public figure.

✔ Significant – Commonly consulted and reported on.

✔ Complete: Public profile, bio, and active content

Step 2: Go to Instagram Settings and Apply for Verification

• Tap Settings > Account > Request Verification.
• Enter your real name, artist name, and category (Musician/Band).
• Links to press articles, official website, and social media accounts demonstrating your notability

Step 3: Build Presence & Interest

• Post frequently, but make sure your posts are of good quality.
• Interact with fans through Stories, Reels, and live streaming.
• Be featured in blogs, interviews, or music press for high credibility. Check out this article on why artists should submit their music directly to blogs
• Unitrader will respond when or within the next few days or weeks whether your account is verified.

Last Note: Obtain Verified Quickly

Pros: Each creative is unique, so we must use the skills and tips that work best for us.

• Build Your Following Naturally: Don’t buy fake followers or streams. Stations can see this and will enact penalties.
• Get Featured in Blogs, Podcasts, or Music Magazines: When you make it to blogs, podcasts, or music magazines, your credibility skyrockets. Check out this article on the Best Sites to Submit Your Music as an Independent Artist in 2025
• Work with verified artists: Partnering with other existing verified artists to gain a referral can boost your chances.
• Be Patient and Persistent. If your request is rejected, upgrade your profile and reapply for the card later.

To be verified on Spotify, Apple Music, and even Instagram is about cementing your identity as an artist and paving the way to greater opportunities. Following this will build your credibility, fanbase, and the recognition you deserve.

Well, if you haven’t, go ahead and lay claim to your profiles, optimize your content, and work toward getting that blue check tomorrow.