Why Vendors Should Get Verified with WDG
When you get verified with WDG, you earn a trust signal dealers recognize: a Verified badge, verified categories, and a stronger profile that helps you convert more of the right dealer inquiries.
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Website trust badge you can place on your site (links to your Verified profile)
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Dealer Leads eligibility for Verified (Charged Listing) + Premium Verified (Super Charged Listing)
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Marketing awareness via Featured rotations + member promo placement
Want to see how Verified vendors appear? Browse the Vendor Directory.
3,000+ dealers served
Built for dealer decision-makers.
160+ vendor categories
Dealers browse with intent.
Verified badge
Stand out in search + profiles.
Higher-quality inquiries
More trust = better conversion.
Benefits when you get verified with WDG
Verification helps dealers choose faster—and helps strong vendors win more business with less friction.
Trust badges
(profile + website)
Dealers see your Verified badge in WDG and can click your website badge to confirm.
Higher-quality inquiries
+ better conversion
Trust reduces hesitation so more dealers reach out—and more of those inquiries convert.
Verified categories
(better fit)
We confirm your category placement so dealers find you for the right use-case.
Dealer Leads
eligibility
Verified and Premium Verified vendors can purchase Dealer Leads due to trust.
Featured exposure
+ member promos
Rotate in featured placements & member promo pages to boost awareness and win choices.
Stronger dealer relationships
Better support and clearer terms lead to repeat orders and long-term accounts.
Reputation
protection
Clear standards set expectations and help protect strong vendors from confusion.
What WDG checks during verification
Verification is a dealer-first quality signal. We review vendors for category accuracy, legitimacy, and dealer support expectations.
Core verification areas
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Operational website + clear offerings
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Accurate category placement
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Clear policies (returns/DOA/shipping/support)
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Dealer support responsiveness expectations
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Professional communication and conduct
Why this matters: These standards are what make the Verified badge meaningful—and why dealers trust Verified vendors more.
Dealers can confirm your status using the Vendor Verification Tool →
Publish a full standards page
For transparency, we recommend a dedicated standards page with your full checklist and definitions.
Suggested internal link: WDG Standards (Full) →
Pro tip: Vendors with clear policies and dealer requirements on their website typically verify faster.
How to get verified (simple process)
Most vendors complete verification quickly once we confirm category fit and core business details.
Apply
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Submit your company details, website, and what you offer dealers.
Review + category verification
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We confirm your offerings match the categories you want to be listed under.
Profile setup
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We help you present your offer clearly so dealers know exactly what you do.
Verified badge goes live
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Your profile displays the WDG Verified badge and verified categories.
Who should apply for WDG verification?
Verification is best for vendors who want long-term dealer relationships, repeat orders, and a reputation built on clear policies and support.
Great fit
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Distributors and wholesalers (devices, accessories, parts)
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Master agents / MVNO programs
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Service providers (POS, financing, insurance, marketing)
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Repair suppliers and training vendors
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Any vendor with dealer-focused support and clear terms
Not a fit (yet)
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No operational website or unclear offerings
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Can’t support dealer accounts (B2B requirements)
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Unclear return/DOA/shipping policies
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Repeated unresolved dealer complaints
If you’re improving these areas, apply anyway and we’ll guide you on what’s needed.
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What you get as a Verified vendor
Verified vendors stand out with trust badges, clearer positioning, and stronger dealer confidence—especially when dealers are comparing options quickly.
Trust badges (WDG profile + website)
Dealers can confirm your status fast and feel confident reaching out.
Dealer Leads eligibility
Verified + Premium Verified vendors can purchase Dealer Leads due to trust.
Featured exposure + member promos
Rotate in featured placements and member promo pages to boost awareness.
Verification FAQ
How long does verification take?
Most reviews are completed quickly once we can confirm category fit and core business details. If your website doesn’t clearly show your offerings, it may take longer.
Does verification guarantee leads?
Verification improves trust and conversion, but results depend on your offer, pricing, responsiveness, and how well your profile matches dealer needs.
Do Verified vendors get a badge for their website?
Yes. Verified vendors can add a WDG trust badge to their website that links directly to their Verified profile so dealers can confirm status quickly.
Who can purchase Dealer Leads?
Verified (Charged Listing) and Premium Verified (Super Charged Listing) vendors can purchase Dealer Leads because WDG has an established trust factor with them
