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In-account certification application now rolling out
Google is introducing the ability to apply for certain certifications directly within your Google Ads account, starting February 2026. The feature covers cryptocurrency exchanges and software wallets, cryptocurrency hardware wallets, cryptocurrency coin trusts, and complex speculative financial products.
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What changed
To apply, navigate to Admin > Policy > Account > Apply for certification. The rollout is incremental, so advertisers who don't see the option can continue applying through the Help Centre.
Why it matters for advertisers
For you, this means crypto and financial product advertisers can streamline certification without leaving the Google Ads interface.
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In-account certification application now rolling out
Google is introducing the ability to apply for certain certifications directly within your Google Ads account, starting February 2026. The feature covers cryptocurrency exchanges and software wallets, cryptocurrency hardware wallets, cryptocurrency coin trusts, and complex speculative financial products. To apply, navigate to Admin > Policy > Account > Apply for certification. The rollout is incremental, so advertisers who don't see the option can continue applying through the Help Centre.
For you, this means crypto and financial product advertisers can streamline certification without leaving the Google Ads interface.
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