How You Can Get A 'Verified' Blue Tick For Your Instagram Account, In Just One Very Easy Step

A blue tick on your social media handle can go a long way towards people taking you seriously. Or perhaps you¡¯d just want one as a sign of authenticity.

Either way, Instagram now lets you get the verification mark with a simple application from within the app.

As part of new security measures, Instagram is now letting anyone and everyone request a verification check, as long as they can prove their identity. If successful, your handle on the app will also show the blue check mark, no matter how big or small your following.

It¡¯s really easy to get done as well. Simply enter the settings menu in the app and look for the new tab called ¡®Request Verification¡¯. All you have to do there is enter your Instagram handle, name, and a photo ID proof. Supposedly even a business document like a tax filing form will do. Once Instagram has reviewed your request, you¡¯ll receive a notification confirming or declining your request in the notifications tab.

Side note though, the option seems to be visible in iOS right now but not yet in Android, so give it some time to roll out. In addition, making it easier to apply doesn¡¯t mean it¡¯s easier to get verified.

Another tool announced by the app is the new ¡®About¡± page for accounts. This lists the date they joined Instagram, the country listed during registration, their former usernames, and so on. It¡¯s rolling out to major influencers through this month, but will follow to the rest of the global community soon after.