How to snag the elusive blue tick of Instagram fame in 2024 (because 2022 is SO last season)
Let's face it, folks, the blue verification badge on Instagram is the ultimate status symbol. It's like the digital equivalent of a velvet rope and a bouncer named Steve who looks suspiciously like he might be auditioning for a superhero movie. The good news? Us mere mortals can actually apply for this coveted checkmark. The bad news? It's about as easy as convincing your grandma that those dancing cat videos are actually educational documentaries.
But fear not, fellow meme connoisseurs and avocado toast enthusiasts! This guide will be your roadmap to verification glory (or at least provide enough entertainment to distract you while you scroll through Kylie Jenner's latest story).
Step 1: Be Beyonce (or at least pretend to be her equally fabulous cousin)
QuickTip: Pause after each section to reflect.
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| How To Get The Blue Tick On Instagram 2022 |
The Not-So-Secret Requirements
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- Authenticity is key: Prove you're the one and only you (or your cat, if your cat has better hair and a more consistent posting schedule). This means a government ID and enough evidence to convince Instagram you're not just your neighbor's sock puppet account.
- Be a public figure (air quotes optional): This is where things get tricky. Having your aunt Mildred share your dog's birthday post doesn't quite count. Think celebrities, athletes, politicians, or that guy who makes those incredible balloon animals at children's parties (we see you, balloon man, we see you).
- Get yourself Googled (but not like that): When people search for you, do news articles appear, or just a questionable forum post from 2003? If it's the latter, well, maybe hold off on that verification request for a while.
Step 2: Operation: Charm the Verification Gods
Dicas (that's Portuguese for tips, because we're worldly like that)
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- Content is king (or queen, or non-binary royalty): Polish those photography skills and unleash your inner wordsmith. Eye-catching posts and captions that are funny, informative, or both will make you stand out.
- Build your tribe (the non-cult kind): Having a loyal following shows engagement and that people actually care about what you have to say (even if it's mostly about your cat's existential dread).
- Be strategic with those hashtags (but avoid #blessed): Research relevant hashtags to get your content seen by the right crowd. Just don't go overboard and end up with captions like #cat#kitty#feline#adorable#cutestcattever#ilovemycat#felinefriend#purrfectday.
Step 3: Submit, then Sweat (not literally, unless you're nervous)
QuickTip: The more attention, the more retention.
The Big Click
Once you've assembled your digital dossier of fabulousness, head to settings and hit that glorious "Request Verification" button. Then, the waiting game begins. Instagram might take weeks to respond, so channel your inner zen master and maybe take up meditation (which you can totally document on Instagram for extra verification points).
Bonus Tip: Don't buy followers (it's like wearing designer knock-offs, everyone will know)
Remember: Getting verified is tough, but with enough dedication and a sprinkle of internet magic, you might just snag that blue checkmark. If all else fails, there's always the consolation prize of becoming really good at air guitar and posting epic videos. That's bound to get you noticed eventually, right? Right?
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