#Verified badge

Soon, more features will be available, including the priority given to verified users who will also see half as many advertisements as usual as well as increased visibility in searches and mentions. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has just announced that they will begin to roll out Meta Verified, its paid subscription service that lets users verify both their Facebook and Instagram accounts. Meta Verified will allow users to receive: A verified blue badge, confirming you’re the real you and that your account has been authenticated with a government ID. Zuckerberg also stated that Meta Verified is all about "increasing authenticity and security across their services." Meta has also stated that there will be no changes to accounts on Instagram and Facebook that are already verified based on prior requirements, including authenticity and notability. In order to sign up and be eligible for Meta Verified, the following requirements are needed: Accounts must meet minimum activity requirements, such as prior posting history, and be at least 18 years old. Meta Verified is currently priced at USD 11.99 per month on the web and USD 14.99 per month on iOS. That includes the new Verified badge subscription under Twitter Blue for USD 8/month, and another 'Official' verified tag under the handles of verified Twitter accounts. Read more in our articles including "Twitter Blue arrives in the Philippines" and "Meta launches their paid verification service for Facebook and Instagram".