How to Get Verified on runway.ph (And Why It Matters)

The verified badge on runway.ph isn't cosmetic. It's a trust signal that directly affects your visibility, your booking rate, and how brands perceive you. Here's everything you need to know.

What Verification Means

When you see a verified badge on a runway.ph profile, it means:

1. The user submitted a valid government-issued ID (Philippine passport, driver's license, PhilSys ID, or similar)
2. They took a live selfie that was matched against the ID photo
3. Our team manually reviewed and approved both documents within 24-48 hours

Verification confirms identity — it does not endorse talent, character, or professionalism. But it tells brands: "This person is who they say they are."

How to Get Verified

1. Go to Dashboard > Settings > Verification
2. Take a live selfie (the system captures it directly — no uploaded selfies accepted)
3. Upload a clear photo of your government-issued ID
4. Submit and wait 24-48 hours for review

Tips for approval:

• Ensure good lighting on both your face and ID
• Make sure all text on the ID is readable
• Your selfie should match the ID photo (same person, current appearance)
• The ID must not be expired

Why Verification Matters

Higher Search Visibility

Verified creators appear higher in search results on the Explore page and Scout tool. When brands filter for "verified only," unverified profiles don't appear at all.

Access to Premium Castings

Many casting calls on runway.ph are restricted to verified creators only. Brands posting high-budget campaigns want the assurance that comes with verified identities.

Brand Trust

Put yourself in a brand's shoes. You're choosing between two creators with similar portfolios. One is verified, one isn't. Who would you book?

Professional Credibility

The verified badge signals that you take your creator career seriously enough to complete identity verification. It's a small step that communicates professionalism.

Common Rejection Reasons

• Blurry selfie or ID photo — retake in better lighting
• Name mismatch — your account name must match your ID
• Expired ID — use a current, valid document
• ID not fully visible — all four corners and text must be clear

If rejected, you can resubmit after fixing the issue. There's no penalty for resubmission.

Verification Is Free

There's no cost to get verified. It's a one-time process that permanently adds the badge to your profile (unless revoked for policy violations).

The Bottom Line

Verification takes 5 minutes and lasts forever. It costs nothing and significantly improves your visibility and booking rate. If you haven't done it yet, do it today.