{"id":21197,"date":"2023-09-11T17:17:48","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T23:17:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/?p=21197"},"modified":"2024-04-30T06:35:37","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T12:35:37","slug":"how-many-followers-on-tiktok-to-get-verified","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/how-many-followers-on-tiktok-to-get-verified","title":{"rendered":"How Many Followers Do You Need on TikTok To Get Verified?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"su-box su-box-style-default\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#2006a0;border-radius:14px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#5339D3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:12px;border-top-right-radius:12px\">Key Takeaways<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:12px;border-bottom-right-radius:12px\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:30px;padding-left:30px;color:#000000\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#5339D3;font-size:20px;width:20px;height:20px\"><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"font-size:20px;color:#5339D3\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#000000\">TikTok doesn\u2019t have a follower requirement for verification<\/div><div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:30px;padding-left:30px;color:#000000\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#5339D3;font-size:20px;width:20px;height:20px\"><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"font-size:20px;color:#5339D3\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#000000\">Verification applications aren\u2019t available everywhere<\/div><div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:30px;padding-left:30px;color:#000000\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#5339D3;font-size:20px;width:20px;height:20px\"><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"font-size:20px;color:#5339D3\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#000000\">The TikTok team selects accounts for verification<\/div><div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:30px;padding-left:30px;color:#000000\"><div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#5339D3;font-size:20px;width:20px;height:20px\"><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"font-size:20px;color:#5339D3\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#000000\">Meeting the platform\u2019s guidelines can help you get verified<\/div><div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re serious about growing your TikTok account, you probably want to know how to get that coveted verified badge. How many followers do you need? Are there other requirements?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have the lowdown on what you need to get verified and how the process works.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How Many <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Followers on TikTok To Get Verified<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s easy to assume that you need to have a certain number of followers to even be considered for verification. After all, you need at least <strong>10K followers<\/strong> to join the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/creators\/creator-portal\/en-us\/getting-paid-to-create\/creator-fund\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creator Fund<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But TikTok doesn\u2019t have any follower requirements for verification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like with Instagram and other social media platforms, the verified badge is reserved for noteworthy users.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Growing your following won\u2019t <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hurt <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your chances of getting verified, but it won\u2019t be the only thing TikTok looks at, either.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the requirements?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How Does <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">TikTok Verification Work?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok verification is different from other social platforms. Their application process is <strong>only available in certain locations<\/strong>. Otherwise, TikTok\u2019s team <strong>selects accounts for verification<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And according to TikTok, your follower count and your number of likes don\u2019t really matter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They do provide some <strong>guidelines<\/strong> on what they look for when granting verified badges. Accounts that are considered for verification are:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Active:<\/strong> You must have logged into your account within the last six months.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Complete:<\/strong> Your account must be public, have at least one video and have a complete bio with a name and profile photo.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Genuine:<\/strong> Your account must represent a real person, organization or business.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Notable:<\/strong> TikTok considers accounts featured in news sources, excluding paid and sponsored media.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Secure:<\/strong> Your account must have multi-factor authentication enabled and a verified email.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>How To <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Request Verification<\/span> (Where Available)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users in certain locations can request verification. Here\u2019s how:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;-moz-border-radius:0px;-webkit-border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-moz-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-webkit-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #1:<\/strong> Open the <strong>TikTok app<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #2:<\/strong> Tap <strong>Profile<\/strong> at the bottom of the interface.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #3:<\/strong> Tap the <strong>Menu<\/strong> button.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #4:<\/strong> Navigate to <strong>Settings and Privacy<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #5:<\/strong> Tap Manage account, and then <strong>choose Verification<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #6:<\/strong> Follow the steps and <strong>submit<\/strong> your application.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5ddce;border-radius:14px;-moz-border-radius:14px;-webkit-border-radius:14px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#fff7e8;border-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;border-radius:14px;-moz-border-radius:14px;-webkit-border-radius:14px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, this feature <strong>isn\u2019t available everywhere<\/strong>, and TikTok doesn\u2019t disclose <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">where <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it\u2019s available. You\u2019ll have to go through the steps above to see if you have the option.<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What are the <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Benefits of Getting Verified?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the big deal about getting verified anyway? There are quite a few advantages to getting a verified badge on TikTok.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Helps <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Build Authority<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verified badges are a symbol of notoriety and authority. But they also let other users know that your account is genuine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impersonator accounts are common on all social platforms, especially TikTok. Having a verified badge next to your username gives your followers confidence that they\u2019re not following a fake account.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Boosts Your <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Credibility<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When users know that your account is verified, it automatically builds credibility. TikTok users also know that verified badges are only given to notable accounts, which further builds your trustworthiness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Increases Your <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Reach<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok users are more inclined to follow accounts with verified badges. There are also rumors that the <a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/tiktok-algorithm\">TikTok algorithm favors<\/a> verified accounts, but we can\u2019t confirm this claim.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How To <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Boost Your Chances <span style=\"color: #333333;\">of Getting Verified<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/how-to-get-verified-on-tiktok\">get verified on TikTok<\/a>, the first step is to make sure you meet their guidelines listed above. How can you do that?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Here are Some Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Grow Your<\/span> Followers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follower count may not matter to the TikTok team, but having a large follower base certainly won\u2019t hurt.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focusing on growing your followers can also help you build your brand and attract people who are genuinely interested in what you have to say.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you take the right approach to growing your follower base, then you can gain notoriety organically, which can help increase your chances of getting verified.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. List Your <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Accomplishments<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been featured in the media, make sure that you list these accomplishments. Remember that TikTok won\u2019t consider any paid or sponsored media.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earned media, on the other hand, can serve as social proof that you\u2019re credible and a potentially good fit for a verified badge.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Post Regularly and <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Use Analytics<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok only grants verified badges to active accounts, so make sure that you\u2019re posting regularly. Scheduling tools can help ensure that you\u2019re posting content consistently.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that you\u2019re also taking advantage of analytics to track the performance of your content. Analyze your posts to see what type of content gets the most engagement and create more of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. Post at the <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Right Times<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-34159\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/TikTok-Best-Time-to-Post-900x602.jpg\" alt=\"Best Time to Post on TikTok for Every Day\" width=\"800\" height=\"535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/TikTok-Best-Time-to-Post-900x602.jpg 900w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/TikTok-Best-Time-to-Post-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/TikTok-Best-Time-to-Post-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/TikTok-Best-Time-to-Post-1536x1027.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/TikTok-Best-Time-to-Post-2048x1370.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to maximize engagement and grow your followers, you should be posting at the right time of day.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5ddce;border-radius:14px;-moz-border-radius:14px;-webkit-border-radius:14px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#fff7e8;border-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;border-radius:14px;-moz-border-radius:14px;-webkit-border-radius:14px;\"><div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<p><strong>According To Data, <a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/best-time-to-post-on-tiktok\">The Best Times To Post on TikTok<\/a> are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Tuesdays<\/strong> at 9 am EST<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Thursdays<\/strong> at 12 am EST<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#4D2BEE\"><\/i> <strong>Fridays<\/strong> at 5 am EST<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>These days and times seem to get the highest engagement rates.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to take advantage of these peak hours, you may want to use a scheduling tool. These tools will submit your post automatically at your chosen time, so you don\u2019t have to get up at the crack of dawn to post your content.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>5. <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Engage<\/span> with Other Users<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engagement is important on any social platform, TikTok included. Make an effort to interact with other users on TikTok by following them, liking their content and commenting on their videos.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The creators you interact with may just follow you back, or their followers may visit your profile and start following you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engaging with other users is a great way to grow your own following while also helping increase your chances of getting a verified badge.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>6. <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Hop on Trends<\/span> or Set Them<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopping on trends can help you go viral, which can lead to a big spike in your followers, views and likes in a short amount of time. Just make sure that you select trends that are relevant to your brand and something your audience will enjoy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, you can try being a trendsetter, which is another way to go viral on TikTok.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>7. Use the Right <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Hashtags and Sounds<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/tools\/tiktok-hashtag-generator\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34897 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Use-Popular-Hashtags-900x309.jpg\" alt=\"Use Popular Hashtags\" width=\"800\" height=\"275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Use-Popular-Hashtags-900x309.jpg 900w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Use-Popular-Hashtags-600x206.jpg 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Use-Popular-Hashtags-768x263.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Use-Popular-Hashtags.jpg 1312w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hashtags help your content get found, but so do <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sounds<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Choose popular and relevant hashtags and music for your videos to boost your views and engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Getting Verified is <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">All About Authenticity and Notoriety<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to get verified on TikTok, you\u2019ll need to focus on growing your followers, posting consistently and sharing your accomplishments in the media. While you don\u2019t necessarily need to meet a certain follower count, TikTok generally only awards verified badges to accounts that are authentic and notable.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to know how to get that coveted TikTok verified badge? 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