The Great Quest for the Blue Tick: 2021 Edition (Because Apparently We Still Care About This Stuff)
Ah, the coveted blue tick. That little badge of honor that separates the mere mortals of Instagram from the certified elite (or at least makes it look that way). Back in the halcyon days of 2021, the path to verification was shrouded in mystery. Was it a secret handshake with Mark Zuckerberg himself? A blood sacrifice of your most-liked photo? Fear not, fellow meme connoisseurs and travel food bloggers, for I am here to shed light on this most important of first-world problems.
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| How To Get The Blue Tick On Instagram 2021 |
Step 1: Are You Even Worthy, Babe?
First things first, a reality check. Instagram verification is for the public figures and brands the commoners flock to see. Think celebrities, influencers with enough followers to populate a small country, and businesses that aren't Nigerian princes promising riches. If your biggest claim to fame is that one time you got retweeted by Chrissy Teigen, you might want to adjust your sights.
But hey, don't despair! There's always cosplay fame or becoming the neighborhood expert on exotic houseplant varieties (begonia people, we see you and your verification dreams).
Tip: Compare what you read here with other sources.
Step 2: Operation: Content Castle
Now, let's assume you've passed the "slightly-above-average-person" test. It's time to fortify your content castle. Here's the gist:
- Post consistently: Disappearing acts are for David Copperfield, not aspiring verification seekers.
- Quality over quantity: Sure, blurry cat photos get a laugh, but sprinkle in some high-quality content too.
- Find your niche and rock it: Cat memes? Do it better than anyone else. Travel photography? Make us yearn to be lost with you.
Remember: You're building a world here, a world that screams, "I am a real and interesting person (or brand) that deserves a blue tick!"
Tip: Be mindful — one idea at a time.
Step 3: The Follower Frenzy (Not Really, But It Helps)
While there's no magic follower count for verification, a healthy following doesn't hurt. Here's the catch: authentic followers. We're talking people who engage, not those bought bots with names like "Diet_Muscle_Lover420."
Engagement is key! Run contests, answer comments, and participate in relevant conversations. Basically, be the kind of person you'd want to follow.
QuickTip: Focus on one paragraph at a time.
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Step 4: The Official "How to Apply" Part (Yes, There Actually Is One)
Alright, Romeo, Juliet, and everyone in between, ready to officially throw your hat in the verification ring?
- Navigate to your profile and tap the settings cog.
- Seek out the ever-elusive "Account" section.
- Behold! The holy grail - "Request Verification."
- Fill out the form truthfully (no catfish-ing here) and pray to the Instagram gods.
Pro-tip: Don't pester them with daily requests. One submission is enough to show you're serious.
Tip: Read carefully — skimming skips meaning.
The Final Showdown: Patience is a Virtue (Especially When It Comes to Blue Ticks)
Now comes the hard part: waiting. The verification process can take weeks, so channel your inner zen master.
In the meantime, keep posting awesome content and growing your audience. Remember, the blue tick is a cherry on top, not the sundae itself.
And hey, if all else fails, there's always the age-old trick of convincing your grandma you're basically a celebrity already. She'll believe anything, right?
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