Clarification on Matter OTA Requirement for WWGH Badge Certification

[CamTa]

Hello,

I’ve been reviewing the Google Developer Center for guidance on obtaining the Works With Google Home (WWGH) badge for a Matter-certified device.

On this page: Matter Certification Checklist, OTA is listed as part of the certification process. However, it’s not explicitly stated whether this step is mandatory.

Could you confirm if it’s possible to obtain the WWGH badge without completing the OTA test and validation?

Thank you for your assistance.

[GoogleDevForum · Accepted solution]

OTA (Over-the-Air) testing and validation is not mandatory for obtaining the Works With Google Home (WWGH) badge for a Matter-certified device.

The Matter Certification Checklist you referenced includes OTA as part of the broader certification process. The primary focus for WWGH is ensuring your Matter device integrates seamlessly with Google Assistant. OTA updates are crucial for long-term device support and security. However, the initial WWGH badge might be granted based on the device's core functionality without requiring immediate OTA implementation.