You want to mark certain pages in your Notion wiki as verified or authoritative so team members know they can rely on the information. Notion’s Verification Badge feature lets you add a small checkmark icon next to a database item or wiki page to signal that it has been reviewed and approved. This article explains how to enable and apply the Verification Badge to your Notion database wikis, what prerequisites are needed, and how to avoid common mistakes when using it.
Key Takeaways: Verification Badge for Notion Database Wikis
- Database property type “Verified”: Adds a checkmark badge to database items to indicate they are trusted or approved.
- Workspace Owners and Editors: Only users with full access or edit permissions can verify pages in a shared workspace.
- Wiki database template: The Verification Badge works best when applied to a database used as a company wiki or knowledge base.
What Is the Notion Verification Badge for Database Wikis?
The Verification Badge is a database property that shows a small checkmark icon next to a page title. When you enable it, any page in your database can be marked as verified by an authorized user. This feature is part of Notion’s wiki and knowledge base tools, designed to help teams identify which pages contain reviewed, accurate, or official content. The badge appears both in the database table view and on the page itself.
To use the Verification Badge, you need a Notion workspace with a database that serves as a wiki. The workspace must be on a paid plan (Plus, Business, or Enterprise) because the verification feature is not available on the Free plan. Only workspace Owners and users with “Can edit” permissions on the database can toggle the verified status. Guests and viewers cannot verify pages.
The badge is not automatic. Someone must manually change the property value to “Verified” for each page. This gives you control over which pages are considered trusted.
How the Verification Badge Looks
When a page is verified, a green checkmark badge appears next to its title in the database view. On the page itself, a small “Verified” banner shows at the top. The badge helps users quickly scan a wiki and find pages that have been approved.
Steps to Enable and Use the Verification Badge in a Wiki Database
Follow these steps to add the Verification Badge to a Notion database and mark pages as trusted.
- Open your wiki database
Go to the Notion workspace that contains the database you use as a wiki. Open the database in any view (table, board, list). - Add the “Verified” property
Click the “+” button in the top-right corner of the database to add a new property. Name the property “Verified” or “Reviewed”. From the property type dropdown, select “Verified”. Notion will automatically add a checkmark-style property. - Save the property
After selecting the Verified type, the property appears as a column in your database. The column shows an empty checkbox for each page. - Verify a page
Click the checkbox in the Verified column for the page you want to mark as trusted. The checkbox turns into a green checkmark badge. The page now shows a “Verified” banner at the top. - Remove verification
If you need to unverify a page, click the green checkmark again. The badge disappears and the banner is removed.
What to Avoid When Using the Verification Badge
The Verification Badge is simple to use, but some mistakes can reduce its effectiveness.
Verifying Pages Without a Review Process
If anyone with edit access can verify pages, the badge loses its meaning. Set a workspace policy that only specific team members (like a wiki manager or subject matter expert) should mark pages as verified. You cannot restrict who can toggle the property by role, so you must rely on team guidelines.
Using the Badge on Non-Wiki Databases
The badge works on any database, but it is designed for wikis and knowledge bases. Applying it to a project task database or a CRM may confuse users. Reserve the badge for pages that represent reference material, policies, or documentation.
Forgetting to Update Verified Pages
A page verified six months ago may no longer be accurate. Schedule regular reviews of verified pages. You can add a “Last reviewed” date property next to the Verified badge to help track freshness.
Mixing Verified with Other Status Properties
Do not use both a “Status” property (like Draft/Published) and the Verified badge to mean the same thing. The Verified badge is for trust, not workflow state. Keep status fields separate for page lifecycle.
Notion Plans: Verification Badge Availability
| Plan | Verification Badge Available | Who Can Verify |
|---|---|---|
| Free | No | N/A |
| Plus | Yes | Owners and Editors |
| Business | Yes | Owners and Editors |
| Enterprise | Yes | Owners and Editors |
The Verification Badge is included in all paid plans with no additional cost. The feature works across all database views, including table, board, gallery, and list.
If the Verification Badge Does Not Appear
If you cannot see the Verified property type in the property dropdown, check the following issues.
You Are on the Free Plan
The Verification Badge is not available on the Free plan. Upgrade to Plus or higher to access the feature. Go to Settings & Members > Plans to change your subscription.
You Lack Edit Permissions
Only users with “Can edit” or “Full access” on the database can add or change the Verified property. If you are a guest or have “Can read” access, you will not see the Verified property option. Ask your workspace Owner to adjust your permissions.
The Database Is Locked
If the database has been locked by an Owner, you cannot add or modify properties. Unlock the database from the database menu (three dots top-right) > Lock database. Only Owners can unlock it.
Conclusion
The Verification Badge gives you a clear visual way to mark trusted pages in a Notion wiki database. You enable the feature by adding a Verified property to your database and then clicking the checkbox for each page you want to verify. To keep the badge meaningful, define a review process and periodically check that verified pages remain accurate. For advanced use, combine the badge with a “Last reviewed” date property to automate reminders for stale pages.