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Meta just launched: Verified

Oh look, another subscription…

Meta launched “Meta Verified,” its paid tier for Facebook and Instagram, in the US after opening it up to Australia and New Zealand last month.

Meta Verified badge

More than a badge

Users that opt for Verified get a blue verification badge similar to Twitter blue subscribers, plus a number of other perks like:

  • Effective and quick protection from impersonation.
  • Direct access to customer support.

However, the US version won’t provide increased visibility like it does in Australia and New Zealand. Bummer.

The price of privilege

The subscription tier costs $11.99 per month on the web, and $14.99 on mobile devices.

For comparison, Twitter Blue for web costs $8 and $11 for smartphones.

Why we care

However you feel about blue checks, they’re a useful way to demonstrate instant credibility to followers, especially if you’re trying to build an audience on Meta’s platforms.

So Verified might be a good move… if you don’t mind spending a little extra.