![Trusted icon](/was/20220130062006im_/https://www.google.com/streetview/images/earn/icon-trusted.png)
What it Takes to be Trusted
As a photographer or agency, your reputation means everything. Gain distinction and leads with Street View’s trusted badge and promotion in our index of for-hire professionals. Once you’ve reached fifty published 360 photos, check the Street View app for a special invitation to be marketed as a trusted pro while joining Local Guides.
The Street View Trusted Badge
Unlock special designation as a trusted contributor. Publish fifty approved 360 photos for access to:
- A digital badge that distinguishes your published work and profile throughout the Street View app
- Trusted brand assets and the right to market yourself as a trusted photographer/agency
- More exposure being featured in our for-hire index
- Paid leads as local businesses request shoots
- Auto-connect closely spaced 360 photos (optional)
- Access to a private forum on Local Guides connect
![Streetview trusted logo](/was/20220130062006im_/https://www.google.com/streetview/images/earn/logo-trusted.png)
What it Takes to be Trusted
All approved 360 photos must meet the following criteria for image quality, connectivity and appropriateness. For complete requirements, see the Google Maps Image Acceptance & Privacy Policies.