Let’s not kid ourselves; everyone would love to have that elusive blue checkmark next to their Instagram handle. Not only does it look cool, but it also gives you insane bragging rights. While we’ve all seen the blue checkmark, few know what it actually means! In this article, we’ll discuss what it means to get verified on Instagram and you can do it too.
What does verified mean on Instagram?
As Instagram’s user base continues to grow, so does the number of users with similar names. Another problem that arises is that of fake or imitation accounts on Instagram. These accounts usually try to impersonate famous people and try to convince users that they are the official account.
That’s why Instagram introduced the “Verified” feature in 2014. By verifying accounts, users could let their followers know that they were the official account. It also helped others easily find the celebrity account they were looking for. Verified accounts can be identified by the signature “blue checkmark” (also known as the “verified badge”) that appears on their account. This indicator also appears when you search for accounts, making it much easier to find the account you want to follow.
Related: How to Get Verified on Snapchat
