How to Claim Google Skills Credits Worth $359 for FREE
Follow these simple steps to successfully claim your 359 free credits
Watch the Video Tutorial
Follow along with this step-by-step video guide
Special Credit Link
Use this exclusive link to receive your 359 credits
What You'll Get
Step-by-Step Guide
Sign Out of Your Google Skills Account
Before starting, make sure you log out of your Google Skills account. This is important to ensure the credits are applied correctly.
Important: This step is crucial! Credits may not apply if you're already logged in.
Open the Special Credit Link
Visit the exclusive link provided above or in the video description.
Important: This link contains a special code at the end of the URL, which is required to activate the credits.
Sign In to Your Google Skills Account
Once the link opens, sign in using your Google account, or your email and password manually.
Tip: Use the same account you plan to complete Skill Badges.
Receive Initial Credits
After signing in through the special link, you will automatically receive 9 credits in your account.
Complete One Lab from the Catalog
To unlock the remaining credits, from the Google Skills Catalog, search for 'hands on'. Select 'A Tour of Google Cloud Hands-on Labs' (recommended for beginners).
Tip: This lab is perfect for beginners and takes about 3-5 minutes.
Finish the Lab with 100% Score
Complete the selected lab and ensure you achieve a 100/100 score. This may include opening the Google Cloud Console, assigning permissions to a principal, and enabling a required API.
Important: Partial completion will not unlock the remaining credits.
Verify Your Total Credits
After ending the lab, visit the Billing / Payments page of your Google Skills Account and confirm that 350 additional credits have been added.
Pro Tips for Success
Always sign out first - This is the most common reason credits don't apply
Use the special link - The code at the end of the URL is essential
Complete the lab 100% - Follow all instructions carefully for full credit
Check your billing page - Verify credits are added after completing the lab
Be patient - Sometimes credits take a few minutes to appear
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Get answers to common questions about claiming credits
1.Why do I need to sign out before opening the credit link?
You must sign out of your Google Skills account first. Opening the link while logged in may prevent the credits from being applied correctly.
2.How many credits will I receive?
•You'll receive 9 credits immediately after signing in through the special link.
•After completing one lab with 100% progress, an additional 350 credits will be added — making a total of 359 credits.
3.Which lab should I complete to unlock the remaining credits?
You can complete any eligible lab, but we recommend:
"A Tour of Google Cloud Hands-on Labs"
It's quick, beginner-friendly, and works reliably.
4.What are these credits used for?
These credits can be used to:
- Complete paid Google Cloud labs
- Earn Skill Badges
- Progress in Google Skills Arcade challenges
5.How long are these credits valid?
The credits are valid for 6 months from the date of redemption.
Tip: You can check the exact expiry date in the Billing / Payments page of your Google Skills account.
6.I completed the lab but didn't get the credits. What should I do?
•Ensure the lab shows 100% completion, then refresh your Billing / Payments page.
•If the credits don't appear immediately, wait a few minutes and check again.
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Ready to Start Your Arcade Journey?
Claim your credits and begin earning Skill badges and Arcade points.