Meta’s paid verification service is now available for Facebook and Instagram users in the US

Meta’s Twitter-inspired paid verification service first went live in Australia and New Zealand, and starting today it’s also available to Facebook and Instagram users in the States. -United.

The service costs $11.99 per month if you sign up on the web, or $14.99 through a mobile app store. The first option only allows you to get a blue tick for Facebook, while the second also bundles Instagram. Along with the badge, the service gives you “proactive identity theft protection” as well as direct access to customer support, exclusive stickers, and 100 stars a month on Facebook to show your support for other creators.

To use the service you must be 18 years old and there is a verification process to follow, which involves having a photo ID. You must also enable two-factor authentication. If you are using Meta Verified and want to change your profile name, photo, username or date of birth, then you will need to start the verification process again.

To get started with Meta Verified, if you’re in the US, go to your settings on Instagram or Facebook, then click Accounts Center. If the paid verification service is available for your account, you will see “Meta Verified available” under your name and profile picture. Tap it, add a payment method, go through the verification process, and you’re golden.

Those who are already verified on Instagram and Facebook won’t have to pay for Meta Verified in the future, at least until Meta gets rid of “legacy” verification badges.

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