1. Independent press mentions are the strongest organic signal for verification — aim for at least three reputable sources. 2. Meta Verified can deliver a badg…

1. There are two blue badges in 2025: merit-based verification and Meta Verified subscription—each communicates a different type of credibility. 2. Instagram h…

1. Multiple verified Instagram accounts have been documented with under 1,000 followers (community investigations, 2023–2025). 2. A definitive list of the leas…

1. The blue badge most reliably reduces impersonation friction — measurable time savings for affected accounts. 2. Many small businesses gain more from consist…

1. Instagram evaluates Authenticity, Uniqueness, Completeness and Notability — gather external evidence to pass the Notability test. 2. A Wikipedia page or Goo…

1. Many verified accounts fall between about 10,000 and 100,000 followers because that range often attracts independent coverage. 2. You can be verified with o…

1. Instagram’s verification centers on four pillars: authenticity, uniqueness, completeness and notability. 2. If your account lacks third‑party editorial cove…