Cause-based advertiser certification
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How to get certified as a cause-based advertiser
As part of our cause-based advertising policy, Twitter requires that advertisers promoting content that educate, raise awareness, and/or call for people to take action in connection with civic engagement, economic growth, environmental stewardship, or social equity causes to go through a certification process.
Getting started
To get started, submit an application here. Note that you must have an advertiser account to get certified. You must be logged in to the @username you wish to certify.
Before applying check that the submitted @username adheres to the following eligibility requirements:
- Profile photo, header photo, and website must be consistent with the @username's online presence
- Bio must include a website that provides valid contact info
- If @username is not related to the certified entity, the bio must include the following disclaimer: "Owned by [certified entity name]"
- Comply with Twitter Rules and Terms of Service
What will I need to get certified?
We will need different information based on who you are:
Government Agencies
- Country
- Name of person submitting the application on behalf of the agency
- Level of government
Organizations / non-governmental organizations
- Country
- Name of person submitting the application on behalf of the organization
- Company ID, Tax ID (EIN) or (ITIN), or VAT identification number
- Certificate of incorporation, or tax registration certificate
- U.S. only - If you are a charitable organization and/or under tax exempt status, you must provide the organization’s 501(c)(3) determination letter or affirmation letter .
Individuals
- Country
- Name
Government issued ID associated to the submitted name
Advertisers need to have access to the email address linked to the @username from which they are applying.
What happens after I apply for certification?
We will review your application and inform you via email on next steps.
Have questions?
Read through our cause-based advertising FAQs.