Verification Badge Policy

The green Emerald badge next to a channel name means iCast has confirmed that the channel is the authentic presence of the creator, artist, brand, organisation or public figure it represents.

1. What the badge means — and doesn't

The badge confirms authenticity and notability. It isn't an endorsement of the channel's opinions or content and doesn't give the channel any advantage in recommendations.

2. Eligibility

• Authentic: the channel represents a real person or registered organisation, and you can prove it.
• Notable: usually at least 1,000 subscribers, or demonstrable public interest (press coverage, an encyclopedic entry, official status).
• Complete: a profile picture, banner, description and at least 3 public videos.
• Active and in good standing: channel at least 30 days old with no active strikes.

3. How to apply

Go to iCast Studio → Verification, check your eligibility and send a request with links proving your identity or notability. The Innovative Studios team reviews requests manually, usually within 30 days. If a request is declined you can apply again after 30 days. Questions about verification can be sent to icast.support@gmail.com.

4. Keeping the badge

The badge may be removed if the channel changes its name in a way that no longer reflects the verified entity, becomes inactive for a long period, breaks the Community Guidelines or Terms, or was verified on the basis of false information.

5. Misuse

The Emerald badge design is the intellectual property of Alessandro Mori / Innovative Studios. Displaying it — or any confusingly similar symbol — in channel names, pictures, banners, thumbnails or videos to suggest verification is impersonation and leads to removal and possible termination.