How to Get Verified on Instagram in 2026
There are two ways to the blue badge now: pay for Meta Verified or apply as a notable account. Here is how each works.
There are two ways to get the blue check on Instagram. You can subscribe to Meta Verified, which verifies your identity with a government ID and is available to eligible accounts that meet activity requirements, or you can apply for verification as a notable account, which Instagram reviews based on authenticity and press coverage. Follower count alone does not get you verified.
There are two ways to get the blue check on Instagram. You can subscribe to Meta Verified, which verifies your identity with a government ID and is available to eligible accounts that meet activity requirements, or you can apply for verification as a notable account, which Instagram reviews based on authenticity and press coverage. Follower count alone does not get you verified.
What is Meta Verified?
A paid subscription from Meta for creators and businesses. It confirms your identity, adds the badge and includes account support. You need to meet eligibility requirements such as age, account activity and a profile photo with your face for individuals. Availability and price vary by country; check Meta's help center.
How does notable account verification work?
From Settings, you can request verification. Instagram looks at whether the account is authentic, unique (one per person or business), complete (bio, photo, a post) and notable, meaning the name is widely known and searched, often shown through coverage in several news sources. Paid or promotional content is not counted as coverage.
Does follower count matter for verification?
Instagram does not set a follower minimum. Notability is about being recognized outside Instagram. A large following can help show public interest, but it is not a requirement and does not guarantee approval.
How do you improve your chances?
- Get covered by independent publications in your field.
- Keep the profile complete and active, with a clear bio and real photo.
- Link the account from your official website.
- Avoid accounts that impersonate you; report them.
Does a bigger profile help in the meantime?
A larger, active profile looks more established to visitors and press, though it is not part of Instagram's verification criteria. If you grow followers, keep it proportional and keep posting; see the Instagram followers page and our article on whether buying followers is safe.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy the blue check?
Only through Meta Verified, Meta's own subscription. Anyone selling a badge outside Meta is a scam.
How long does a verification request take?
Instagram says it can take up to 30 days to review a request.
Can I reapply if I am rejected?
Yes, after 30 days.
Ready to put this into practice?
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