The Elusive Blue Tick: A Snapchat Odyssey (Without the Wanderlust)
Ah, the blue tick. The holy grail of social media. A beacon of fame (or at least that's what your grandma thinks). On Snapchat, it transforms you from Johnny-No-Name to a certified Snap Star. But my friends, attaining this mythical badge is no walk in the park. It's more like scaling Mount Snapchat with a sprained ankle and a dying phone battery.
Step 1: Be Beyonce (or at least her publicist)
Let's face it, Snapchat verification is heavily weighted towards celebrities and influencers. Basically, if you're already famous, congratulations, you're halfway there! Us mere mortals, however, need to get a little more creative.
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Step 2: Master the Art of the Story
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Think your grainy breakfast selfies are verification-worthy? Think again. You need to be a Snapchat Picasso, churning out stories that are funny, engaging, and disappear before your dignity does. Here are some tips:
- Become a filter pro: Unleash your inner feline with the cat ears filter, or confuse your friends with the "old" option (because who doesn't love a good existential crisis?).
- Interactive is the name of the game: Use polls, questions, and quizzes to turn your viewers into participants, not just spectators.
- Pro-tip: Incorporate guest appearances by your pet goldfish. Goldfish are low-maintenance and (hopefully) won't steal the spotlight.
Step 3: Network Like a Social Butterfly (Except Stay Home, It's a Pandemic)
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Build a following! The more people who see your stories, the better your chances. Here are some socially-distanced networking ideas:
- Collaborate with other Snapchatters: Team up for hilarious Q&A sessions or epic challenges. Just avoid synchronized dance routines – trust me.
- Promote your Snapchat on other platforms: Let your Twitter and Instagram followers know you're a Snapchat guru.
- (Carefully) Infiltrate Group Chats: Become the life of the party (without being annoying). Share exclusive content and witty banter.
Step 4: Patience is a Virtue (Unless You Have a Million Followers)
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There's no magic formula or "hack" to get verified. Snapchat keeps the criteria shrouded in mystery, which is probably to avoid a million Kardashian wannabes spamming their app. So, create fantastic content, be yourself (but a funnier version of yourself), and hope for the best!
Remember: Even without the blue tick, you're a Snapchat superstar in your own right. Now go forth and conquer those Snaps!
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