Completing the Background Process for Google Guaranteed Badge - Step-by-Step Tutorial In this tutorial, we will guide you through the Background Process required to obtain a Google Guaranteed Badge for your Local Services Ads. The Background Process is a crucial step in the verification process that helps build trust with potential customers. Please follow the steps below to complete this process successfully.

Step 1: Check Your Email for the Background Check Reminder 1.1. Keep an eye on your email inbox for a message titled "Reminder: Action Required to Complete Your Local Services Ads Background Check." This email will contain a link to initiate the Background Process. Step 2: Access the Background Check Request 2.1. Once you receive the email reminder, click on the provided link to access the Background Check portal. Step 3: Provide Your Social Security Number 3.1. You will be asked to enter your Social Security Number (SSN) to proceed. This information is required to verify your identity and ensure the safety and authenticity of your business. Step 4: Review and Accept California Disclosure Regarding Consumer Reports & Investigative Consumer Reports 4.1. After providing your SSN, you will be presented with the California Disclosure. Review the disclosure carefully to understand your rights and the information that will be used in the Background Check.
4.2. Accept and authorize the California Disclosure to proceed with the verification process. This document outlines the California Disclosure Regarding Consumer Reports & Investigative Consumer Reports for the Local Services by Google program. Google will request investigative consumer reports about the individual from Evident ID, Inc. The information will be used solely for determining the individual's eligibility for projects through the Local Services program. The report may include information on the individual's character, reputation, and criminal history. Individuals have the right to view and obtain a copy of their report from Evident upon request. By clicking "Accept," the individual authorizes Google to obtain consumer reports about them from Evident. Step 5: Review and Accept the Dispute Resolution Addendum 5.1. Next, you will encounter the Dispute Resolution Addendum. Take the time to read and comprehend the terms of the addendum.
5.2. Accept and authorize the Dispute Resolution Addendum to move forward with the Background Check. Step 6: Review and Accept the Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure and Authorization 6.1. The Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure and Authorization will be presented to you for review. Familiarize yourself with its content and implications.
6.2. Accept and authorize the Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure and Authorization to proceed with the verification. The Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure and Authorization is a notification from Google LLC to the individual receiving it. It informs them that Google may obtain information from a third-party consumer reporting agency based on the individual's instructions or for legitimate business purposes related to the Local Services by Google program. The report may include details about the individual's criminal history, social security verification, or other background checks. By clicking "Accept," the individual authorizes Google to obtain consumer reports from a consumer reporting agency. The authorization applies throughout the course of their business relationship with Google. Step 7: Review and Accept Authorization for Residents of MN, NY, OK, OR, and WA 7.1. Since you are not in a state that requires specific authorization for background checks, you are not subject to the terms mentioned for states like MN, NY, OK, OR, and WA.
7.2. As you are not in a state with such requirements, you can accept the disclosure to proceed with the Background Check process. You can accept the disclosure to proceed with the verification process. Step 8: Provide Images of Your United States Identity Document 8.1. As the final step of the Background Process, you will be asked to provide images of your driver's license, identity card, or passport issued by the United States. This is essential to confirm your identity and validate your business.
8.2. Ensure that the images you provide are clear and legible.