The unfortunate news is that we at SocialHak are unable to validate your Instagram account. The good news is that Instagram is now providing information on how to obtain the blue badge. It also gives users the option of requesting verification on their own. Here's how to do it and why it's worthwhile to get verified.
“How can I get verified on Instagram?” is a question we get a lot at Falcon.io. Alternatively, “Why haven't I been verified on Instagram?” Alternatively, "Why doesn't Instagram like me?" “Where did I go so horribly wrong?” says the narrator.
(Because we're an Instagram Partner, we're frequently asked, "Can you verify me on Instagram?") And the answer is no; it just indicates that they perceive our program as a reliable and simple solution to manage your accounts. They are the only ones who can verify you.)
In terms of who gets the blue check before, Instagram was very much a black box. Some celebrities and prominent accounts received it, but others did not, and no one knew why.
Fortunately for Instagrammers worldwide, users have been able to seek verification directly from Instagram beginning August 28, 2018. We'll show you how to apply for that lovely blue badge in just a few simple steps.
Requesting Instagram verification is really rather easy. Make sure you're logged into the account you wish to verify before proceeding with the steps below. If you want to acquire the Instagram badge for your corporate account, for example, be sure you're not accidentally on your personal account.
On Facebook and Instagram, verified badges display next to the Page or account's name, as well as in search. This indicates that we've verified that an account represents the creator, public person, celebrity, or worldwide brand it represents, and it makes it easier for users to locate the accounts they want to follow.
To decide whether an account is qualified to be verified, our verification staff rigorously examines all requests and based their evaluation on a variety of factors.
Eligibility
Facebook Pages and accounts must follow the guidelines to be considered for a blue verified badge. Terms of Service and Community Standards, as well as have a profile photo, cover photo and a Page name that follows our guidelines. Instagram accounts must follow the Terms of Service and Community Guidelines.
Accounts must also be:
Authentic
Your account must be for a genuine person, company, or other legal organization.
Complete
You must have a public account with a bio, profile photo, and at least one post. You can't have "add me" links to other social networking platforms on your profile.
Unique
Your account should be a one-of-a-kind representation of the entity it represents. With the exception of language-specific accounts, one account per entity may be validated. We don't check accounts with a wide interest (e.g. puppy memes).
Notable
Your account must be associated with a well-known, highly sought-after person, brand, or business. We look at stories that have appeared in numerous news outlets. We don't accept sponsored or promotional content as review sources.
Apply for an Instagram verification badge
To request a verified badge:
- Make sure that you're logged in to the account you're requesting a verified badge for.
- Go to your profile and tap
.
- Tap
Settings > Account > Request verification.
- Enter your full name and provide the required form of identification (example: government-issued photo ID).
- After you've filled in the form, tap Send.
8. Finally, at the bottom of the screen, hit the blue Send button to send your Instagram verification request.
What happens now? Am I verified?
- Follow the rules. If Instagram’s moderators feel that you are not following their Terms of Use or Community Guidelines, you can kiss your chances of getting verified goodbye.
- Be real. And we don't mean it in a figurative sense. A genuine person, a recognized business, or a well-established organization must be represented by your account. That implies no inspiring meme pages or parody accounts will be taken into account.
- Be notable. The blue Instagram badge isn't something that can be obtained just by asking nicely. You or your brand must be mentioned in various news outlets, be well-searched, and well-known among the general public. It doesn't matter if you're featured in sponsored or promotional content.
- Only request verification for one account. Your Instagram account should be "the distinctive presence of the person or company it represents," according to Instagram. Basically, you can't have several verified accounts for yourself or your business. Only language-specific accounts (for example, McDonald's Denmark versus McDonald's Italy) are exempt.
- Finish setting up your profile. If your Instagram account doesn't have a bio, a profile image, or at least one post, you won't be able to get verified.
- Be public. Simply said, private accounts cannot be confirmed.
- Don’t link to other social networks. Your request is doomed if your profile contains links to follow your accounts on other social media platforms.
- Don’t lie. If you submit "false or misleading information" while asking for verification, your verified badge will be withdrawn, and you may be suspended or even banned from Instagram permanently.
Why getting verified on Instagram is worth it
- You prevent copycats and imposters: One of the nicest things about earning the blue Instagram badge is that anyone looking for you or your business can know right away that you're the genuine deal, ensuring that you don't lose any prospective followers to imposters, parodies, or fan accounts.
- You prove that you’re newsworthy: Getting your Instagram account verified shows that you've been featured in numerous independent news outlets and that you or your organization is so well-known that people want to imitate you—and imitation, as they say, is the sincerest form of flattery. Even if it's simply the Instagram moderators' perspective, this still tells your current and potential followers that you're a well-known character or brand.
- It’s great for Instagram SEO: Getting the blue tick implies an automatic victory if you want your account to rank at the top of Instagram search results for phrases related to your account name. For the same Instagram search, verified accounts always score higher than non-verified accounts, so that's simply frosting on the cake.
What to do if you can’t get verified on Instagram
- Okay, so we've talked about how awesome having the Instagram badge is—but what if you've sought verification several times and the Instagram administrators simply don't believe your account deserves a blue check for whatever reason?On the one hand, you may always wait until you/your brand becomes more newsworthy and fan sites and imitation accounts start to appear. In such scenario, as long as it's been at least 30 days since your last request, you may always seek verification from Instagram again.
- Keep in mind, however, that sponsored or promotional pieces and press coverage will not qualify your account as noteworthy.The purpose of Instagram verification, on the other hand, is to demonstrate that your account is genuine and to inform potential followers that yes, it is you. There are various steps you may take to verify your legitimacy in that instance.
- To begin, provide an Instagram link on your company's website and in your email signature. Second, you may connect your Instagram account to your other social networking accounts, such as Facebook or Twitter. Anyone who clicks that link to your Instagram profile will know it's truly you, thanks to both of these ways.
- Finally, you should maintain consistency across your account by writing in a similar tone and keeping the look of your articles on-brand. Starting fresh hashtags relating to you or your items and using the same filter on each image upload are two simple methods to brand your Instagram account.All of these tactics, when combined, will convince potential followers that your account is genuine—even if you don't have a fancy blue check.