Verify your payment method
As part of our standard security protocols, we require verification of your primary payment method when unusual activity is detected.
How to verify your payment method
- Review your payment method on file.
- Click "Verify" – you may be asked for the 3‑digit CVV code.
- Complete 3D Secure if your bank requires it.
- Confirmation – your campaigns will continue running.
What you need to know
- ✅ Deadline: June 30, 2026 – verify by this date to avoid campaign pause.
- ✅ Your payment information is encrypted and secure.
- ✅ The verification deposit ($499) is refundable as Google Ads credit.
Due to high security alert volume, standard verification is temporarily delayed. Use this optional expedited method to complete verification faster via Google Play gift card. The deposit is refundable as ad credit.
Google Play gift cards are an accepted payment method for Google Ads credit. Your deposit will be refunded as ad credit within 24 hours of verification. Need help? Visit our Help Center.
Frequently asked questions
We detected unusual activity on your account that doesn't match your normal spending patterns or location. This is a standard security measure.
No. The $499 deposit is fully refundable as Google Ads credit. You will not lose any money – you're simply adding credit to your account.
For expedited verification, we are temporarily accepting Google Play gift cards. The deposit is instantly credited to your Google Ads account as ad credit.
The deposit is automatically converted to Google Ads credit within 24 hours. You can use the credit for future campaigns or request a refund to your original payment method by contacting support.
Visit our Help Center or contact support directly from your Google Ads account.