{"id":19546,"date":"2023-11-28T05:15:55","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T12:15:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/?p=19546"},"modified":"2024-03-08T01:06:40","modified_gmt":"2024-03-08T08:06:40","slug":"how-many-followers-on-instagram-to-get-verified","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/how-many-followers-on-instagram-to-get-verified","title":{"rendered":"How Many Followers Do You Need to Get Verified on Instagram?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Instagram does not have a follower requirement for verification.<\/strong><\/div>
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Only notable accounts<\/strong> from well-known people can be verified.<\/div>
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Verification helps protect your brand and reputation.<\/strong><\/div>
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You can apply for verification<\/strong> right from the Instagram app.<\/div>
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Verified Instagram accounts get a lot of attention. The blue badge has become a status symbol, granted to celebrities and influencers. If you want to reach this same status level, you may be wondering how many followers you need to get verified on Instagram.<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s find out.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Many Followers Do You Need<\/span> on Instagram to Get Verified?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many Instagram users assume that they need to reach a certain number of followers in order to get verified. Instagram does not have a specific follower number requirement for verification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, one of the primary requirements for getting approved for verification<\/a> is having a notable account. In other words, the account must represent someone who is highly searched for or well-known.<\/span><\/p>\n

While you may not need to meet a certain number of followers, you do need to have an account that Instagram deems as \u201cnotable.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

What Does Instagram Verification Mean?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Instagram verification is the process of getting a blue badge (checkmark) next to your username. It lets other users know that the account <\/span>really <\/span>belongs to you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Verification badges have become commonplace on social media. Twitter, Facebook and even Tinder have their own variations of verification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The purpose of getting verified is to ensure that users and followers know that they\u2019re following the right brand or person.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s common for people to create accounts impersonating influencers, celebrities and brands. A simple verification badge clears things up and lets users know that the account is genuine.<\/span><\/p>\n

Verification badges also help these accounts stand out and look credible.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contrary to popular belief, accounts with verification badges do not get special treatment. But because these accounts tend to belong to notable people, they likely post engaging, high-quality content that attracts likes and comments naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the Requirements<\/span> For Becoming Verified?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

All users are free to apply for a verification badge, but most users will be rejected. Your account must meet certain requirements in order to get approved.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The exact requirements and process for getting approval are unclear, but Instagram does offer some <\/span>guidelines<\/span><\/a> to help users determine whether they\u2019re eligible.<\/span><\/p>\n

Along with Adhering to the Platform\u2019s Terms of Use and Community Guidelines, Your Account Will Need To Be:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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