New Delhi: Twitter said that users who want to be verified should keep checking their account settings screen for access to in-app applications, reports TechCrunch.
Since launching the fresh verification program, Twitter has hit some snag, which has forced it to turn off verification more than once.
The most recent of these pauses was announced on August 13, when the company said it needed to improve both the application and review process.
The report states that the micro-blogging site has been struggling with account verification for years.
Everyone wants that coveted blue badge that was previously given to public figures and other accounts of high public interest who have confirmed that they are what they say – such as a government official, journalists, celebs, brands. or occupation, or any other notable name. (Also read: Apple iPhone 13 series launch: India price, availability and all you need to know Apple iPhone 13 series launch: India price, availability and all you need to know)
While the original system was only meant to communicate the authenticity of the account, many viewed Twitter verification badge holders as some sort of advanced status.
The issue came to light when it was discovered in 2017, Twitter verified an account belonging to Jason Keller, the man who organized the deadly white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. (Also read: Ola Electric S1, S1 Pro on sale: Here’s how to book an electric scooter)
Shortly thereafter, Twitter officially halted verification, but continued to quietly verify certain individuals, including candidates for public office, elected public officials, journalists, and others.
Finally, the company rebooted the system in May 2021 saying it had been rebuilt and would now have a dedicated team.
It has also issued new rules that more clearly state who can and cannot request verification, the report said.
The demand for verification was so great that Twitter had to temporarily halt verification eight days after its launch so that the team could capture the number of requests.
Following its restart, Twitter halted the system again in August, explaining it needed more time to fix things.
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