[The Next Web] Google+ starts offering custom URLs to accounts that are 30+ days old, have 10+ followers and a profile photo

In addition to all the slew of Google+ updates today, Google has announced one more: custom URLs are now rolling out to almost everyone. If you don’t see the option yet on your profile or page, don’t worry: Google says it is expanding availability throughout the week.

If your profile meets the following criteria, Google+ will let you claim a custom URL:

• Has a profile photo, and.


• Has at least 10 followers, and.


• Has an account that’s at least 30 days old.

At the same time, brands and businesses that have a linked website or a verified local business can claim a custom URL for their Google+ page as well. If you fall into either of these categories, you’ll want to read more about link and verification over at the Google+ Help Center.

Once you meet the eligibility criteria and Google prepares your custom URL, you can just visit your Google+ profile or Google+ page to begin the claiming process. Until then, you’ll just have to wait patiently, and play with all the other Google+ features that rolled out today.

See also – Google+ gets new backup, auto-enhance, and HDR filters to help you become a better storyteller and Auto Awesome Movies for Google+ secretly edits your best videos into a slick, customizable highlight reel

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