To start, Twitter is only handing out verified badges to people in specific fields, like government and journalism.
(Credit: Twitter) Twitter is finally restarting its process to verify users, which adds the blue checkmark on your account. But unfortunately, not everyone will be eligible to apply. The company is now rolling out the application process, which will appear in the Account Settings tab. Over the next few weeks, everyone will be able to see the option. However, Twitter is currently only handing out verified badges to users involved in the following fields: Government Companies, brands, and organizations News organizations and journalists Entertainment Sports and gaming Activists, organizers, and other influential individuals To verify your identity, the company will ask for either an official email address tied to the category you applied for, an official website that references you and your Twitter account, or an official government ID, like a driver’s license or passport. (However, we wouldn’t recommend sharing any government ID information with a company, unless absolutely necessary.
