Twitter is one of the most prominent platforms in social media which allows its users to interact and share their opinions with others. It has become a stage for almost every influencer or public figure to connect with their respective audience. In 2017, Twitter shut its verification programme but now the verification for the blue tick is coming back.
A verified account has a blue seal with a little checkmark that appears next to your username. You can apply for Twitter verification with either a personal account or a business account.
According to Twitter, “The blue verified badge on Twitter lets people know that an account of public interest is authentic.” Normally, the verification process involves submitting your ID proofs and linking your Facebook profile or Google account. But now, as Twitter is working on a new system for verifying users, the specific details remain unclear.
Follow the below-given steps to get verified on Twitter:
Step 1: Update your Twitter account.
You need to make sure that all your information in your profile is accurate and updated (including your bio, profile picture etc.)
Step 2: Verify your mobile number and confirm your mail ID.
After updating your profile, the next step is to verify and confirm your phone number and mail ID respectively. You can verify your mobile number and confirm your mail ID from ‘settings and privacy’ option.
Step 3: Set your Tweets to ‘Public’.
In order to get a verified Twitter account, your tweets should be set to ‘Public’. To change your Tweet’s privacy settings. You need to go to ‘settings and privacy’ then click on ‘privacy and safety’, by disabling the ‘protect your tweets’ your tweets will be visible to the public.
Step 4: Make sure your profile relates to you or your business/brand.
Keep in mind that your username, profile picture and cover picture should relate to who you are or to your brand. In case, if you have a generic profile picture or Twitter handle then there are chances that it could hinder the opportunity of getting verified.
So put a good profile picture and Twitter handle will create your chances of getting a verified profile. After you apply for verification, Twitter will review your profile and then they take will the decision. If your request is not accepted, you can apply again in 30 days.
