LegitScript Certification Now Recognized by Google for Indian Pharmacies and Telemedicine

The new policy aims to improve online healthcare access and safety in India.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:38pm by Ben Kaplan

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LegitScript, a leading healthcare merchant certification provider, announced that its certification is now recognized by Google for pharmacies in India and telemedicine providers. This new policy is intended to improve online access to healthcare services and ensure patient safety in the rapidly growing Indian digital health market.

Why it matters

As more Indians turn to online pharmacies and telemedicine for healthcare, this recognition from Google will help establish standards and build trust in these digital health services. LegitScript's certification aims to verify the legitimacy and safety of these providers, protecting consumers from fraudulent or dangerous operations.

The details

LegitScript's certification program evaluates healthcare merchants on factors like licensing, safety, and transparency. With Google's new policy, pharmacies and telemedicine providers in India that hold LegitScript certification will be able to more easily reach patients through Google's advertising platforms. This is part of Google's broader efforts to combat the spread of counterfeit drugs and ensure the quality of online healthcare services.

  • LegitScript announced the new Google recognition policy on April 8, 2026.

The players

LegitScript

A leading provider of healthcare merchant certification, evaluating factors like licensing, safety, and transparency.

Google

The tech giant that is implementing new policies to improve the quality and safety of online pharmacies and telemedicine providers in India.

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What they’re saying

“This recognition from Google is an important step in building trust and safety in India's rapidly growing digital health market.”

— Dustin Haisler, Chief Innovation Officer, LegitScript

What’s next

LegitScript plans to continue expanding its certification program and working with major platforms like Google to promote online healthcare quality and safety globally.

The takeaway

As more people in India turn to online pharmacies and telemedicine, this new policy from Google and LegitScript aims to establish standards and build consumer trust in the quality and legitimacy of these critical digital health services.