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title: "Creator KYC Verification: How to Verify Your Identity"
description: "Step-by-step guide to completing your mandatory KYC identity verification (NIN, PVC, Driver's License, or Passport) to enable earnings withdrawals."
url: "https://hub.kpugi.com/docs/creator-kyc-verification-how-to-verify-your-identity/"
updated: "2026-10-29"
category: Creator Content Management
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# Creator KYC Verification: How to Verify Your Identity

To comply with Nigerian financial regulations (CBN/AML guidelines) and protect our creator community against payment fraud, **all creators on Kpugi must complete Identity Verification (KYC) before they can withdraw earnings.**

Verification is automated, secure, and takes less than 2 minutes using your smartphone or laptop.

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## 1. Why is KYC Mandatory?

- **Payout Protection:** Guarantees that only you can withdraw earnings from your account, preventing unauthorized access if your login details are ever compromised.
- **Bank Match Guarantee:** Ensures the name on your Kpugi account matches your Nigerian bank account for seamless NIBSS transfers.
- **Anti-Fraud Security:** Keeps bot farms and bad actors off Kpugi, ensuring brands trust our platform with bigger campaign budgets.

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## 2. Accepted Government ID Documents

You can verify your identity using any **one** of the following valid Nigerian government-issued documents:

1. **National Identification Number (NIN):**
   - Standard National e-ID Card
   - Digital NIN Slip (NIMC)
   - Premium NIN Slip
2. **Permanent Voter's Card (PVC)**
3. **Nigerian Driver's License**
4. **International Passport (Data Page)**

> 📌 **Tip:** Ensure your document is valid (not expired), clearly legible, and that all four corners of the card/slip are visible in the photo.

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## 3. Step-by-Step Verification Guide

1. Log into your Kpugi account and click on **Settings**.
2. Select the **\\"Identity Verification (KYC)\\"** tab.
3. Click the **\\"Start Verification\\"** button.
4. **Select Document Type:** Choose NIN, Voter's Card, Driver's License, or International Passport.
5. **Capture / Upload Document:**
   - Take a clear, glare-free picture of the front of your ID (and back if required).
   - Ensure the photo is sharp and text is easily readable.
6. **Liveness Selfie Check:**
   - Follow the prompt on your screen to take a quick selfie to confirm you are the legitimate owner of the ID.
7. Click **\\"Submit\\"**.

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## 4. How Long Does Verification Take?

Our automated identity verification engine checks your document in real time:

- **Instant (Under 2 Minutes):** In most cases, verification is completed and approved almost immediately.
- Once approved, your KYC badge will display as **\\"Verified\\" ✅** on your profile, and earnings withdrawals will be permanently unlocked.

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## 5. Troubleshooting Common Verification Issues

If your verification status returns as **Failed** or **Rejected**, check the following:

- **Blurry or Dark Photo:** Retake the picture in a well-lit room without harsh glare or shadows across your face or text.
- **Name Mismatch:** The full name on your Kpugi profile must closely match the name registered on your government ID.
- **Cropped Edges:** Make sure you don't cut off any corners of your ID card or slip.

Need assistance with your verification? Reach out to our team via [Support](/support/) or post in the [Community Forum](/community/).