Reddit is starting to verify public figures

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Reddit is Taking a Step Towards Verification, But Not As You Expect

The ubiquitous checkmark that adorns profiles across social media platforms has become an almost universal symbol, but its meaning can vary greatly between services. However, Reddit, known for its relaxed approach to user identity, is now taking steps to introduce verification for public figures on its platform.

As part of a limited alpha test, a small group of curated accounts including journalists from major outlets like NBC News and the Boston Globe will be granted a grey "verified" checkmark instead of the existing "official" label. This move comes after Reddit began testing an "official" badge in 2023 for businesses that have already implemented it.

Verification has long been a contentious issue, with users often finding themselves confused about its purpose. For instance, on platforms where verified badges come with a paid subscription, the system can be murky. Reddit's approach is more aligned with Twitter's pre-Elon Musk takeover verification process, which aimed to provide clarity for users when engaging with influential individuals.

The initial group of verified accounts will include high-profile names, suggesting that Reddit has handpicked this group based on their visibility and impact. According to a blog post from the company, the feature is designed to "add clarity for redditors and ease the burden on moderators" when it comes to identifying credible sources.

However, users – even notable ones – won't be able to apply for verification at present. The intention, however, is not to restrict checkmarks to famous individuals alone. Reddit aims to make verification a voluntary process that can be applied by anyone who wishes to self-identify in the future.

It's also worth noting that verification does not come with any exclusive perks or benefits. Instead, it's a way for users to trust their interactions with verified accounts on the platform. Reddit requires accounts to be in good standing and already active on the platform before they can qualify for verification. Those who engage in NSFW communities will not be eligible.

While this move is a step towards greater transparency on Reddit, it remains to be seen how users will respond to the introduction of verification checks on public figures.
 
omg can't believe reddit is finally doing verification thing!! 🤯 i was lowkey worried that they'd never get it right but grey "verified" checkmark tho? genius idea 😎 so legit for journalists and high profile names, now we gotta see how users react to it tho 🤔 maybe it'll be a game changer or a total snooze fest idk yet 🤷‍♂️ can't wait to try out the verification feature when it drops tho 🔜
 
I'm feeling kinda meh about this whole verification thing on Reddit... like, what's the point of even having a badge, you know? Is it really gonna change anyone's mind or make 'em trust people more? I mean, think about it, we're all just staring at screens and trying to figure out who's legit and who's not. It's already overwhelming enough without these little checkmarks making everything more complicated.

And what about the "curated" group of accounts? Like, how did they even decide who gets verified and why? Is it really fair or just some backroom deal? And what does this say about our trust in each other as humans? That we need a badge to validate someone's words and actions?

It's like, I get that it's supposed to "add clarity" and all that jazz, but at the end of the day, we're still gonna be stuck in this web of uncertainty. And what's really changing with this verification system, anyway?
 
I'm hyped about this new move by Reddit! 🤩 They're finally bringing some clarity to their verification process, and it's awesome that they're making it more aligned with Twitter's old system. I mean, who doesn't want to know if the person they're interacting with is a real journalist or just some dude claiming to be? 💬

It's also super cool that Reddit is keeping things transparent by only applying verification to public figures and high-profile names at first. They're not rushing into anything, which I think is a good move. And who knows, maybe one day we'll see a more inclusive verification process where anyone can self-identify! 🌟

The fact that it's not going to come with any extra perks or benefits is also a major plus. I mean, who wants to pay for something just because someone says they're verified? Not me, that's for sure! 😂

I'm excited to see how users respond to this new feature, and I hope it brings more trust and credibility to the platform. It's another step in the right direction for Reddit! 👍
 
🤔 I gotta say, I'm kinda stoked about Reddit's move towards verification! It's been a major pain point for users trying to figure out who's who on the platform. Giving public figures like journalists a grey "verified" badge instead of the official label makes sense - it's not super flashy, but it gets the job done 🙏.

I love that they're keeping it voluntary and making verification available to anyone who wants to self-identify in the future. That's how you build trust with your users! 🤗 And yeah, no extra perks or benefits - just clarity for redditors on when they're interacting with credible sources.

It's like they're saying, "Hey, we get it, some people are legit and others aren't 🙅‍♂️. We'll help you figure that out." And honestly, I think this move is a big step forward for Reddit. Fingers crossed users respond positively! 👍
 
I gotta say, I'm kinda weirded out by this new 'verified' thing on Reddit 🤔. Like, what's the point of having a grey checkmark instead of just calling someone official? It feels like they're trying to water down the whole verification process, you know? And it's only for public figures and journalists now, but I'm sure that'll change soon enough 💼.

I mean, what about all the people who are actually doing important work on Reddit? The mods, the users who create content, the ones who just wanna have a conversation without getting flamed... don't they deserve some kind of validation too? 🤷‍♀️

And yeah, it's interesting that they're trying to make verification a voluntary thing in the future. That's like, super vague 🕰️. How are we supposed to know who's verified and who isn't just by looking at their username? It feels like they're just throwing out some words without thinking about how it'll actually work.

I dunno, maybe I'm just being paranoid 😒. But this whole thing just feels a bit... fishy to me 🐟.
 
🤔 I'm kinda hyped about Reddit's new verification feature, but also a lil confused 🙃. Like, what's the diff between a grey "verified" checkmark and the regular one? Is it just for public figures or can anyone opt-in? And btw, why not make verification optional from the get-go? It feels like they're trying to ease the burden on mods but also kinda restricting free speech 🤷‍♀️. On the other hand, I do love that they're aiming for transparency and clarity – we need more platforms doing this! 👍
 
so its cool that reddit is trying to clean up their act 🤔, but i gotta say im still skeptical about this whole verification thing... like what even does a checkmark mean anymore? is it just a way for them to control the narrative and filter out opposing views? 🤷‍♀️ or is it really just about adding clarity and trust for users? 🤔 also, why not make it a one-way street where famous people get verified without having to beg for it? 🤑 i guess thats the beauty of reddit being relaxed - they dont want to create a whole new class system on their platform 😐
 
🤔 I mean what's the point of having verified accounts if it's just gonna be some grey checkmark? It's like they're trying to keep it low-key or something 🤑 And don't even get me started on how it's a voluntary process, like anyone's actually gonna go through the hassle of applying for verification just because. I mean, what's in it for them? Can you imagine having to fill out some boring questionnaire and pay a fee just to get a fancy checkmark next to your name 🙄
 
omg i was just thinking about how weird it is that reddit doesn't have like a clear way to know if someone's telling the truth lol so this grey "verified" checkmark thing might actually help clarify things for me 🤔 but what's with the paid subscription part tho? why would they want to charge people to verify accounts? and btw i just had the craziest dream last night about being a social media influencer and my followers were all bots 😂 anyway back to reddit, i'm kinda curious to see how this whole verification thing plays out 👀
 
I'm kinda surprised about this, but I guess it's about time for Reddit to get its act together on verifing users 🤔. I mean, with all the fake accounts and trolls out there, a bit more transparency can't hurt, right? It's good that they're not making verification a paid thing, though - that would be super annoying for regular users like me 😒. And yeah, it's cool that they're trying to make it a voluntary process, so if you want to claim your account as verified, you can do that too! But I'm still curious to see how this all plays out... will users be more or less likely to engage with verified accounts? 🤷‍♀️
 
🤔 I'm kinda down with Reddit's new verification system, but at the same time I feel like they're just trying to fit in with other platforms 🙄. I mean, we all know how that usually goes 🤑. But seriously, it's about time they did something about fake accounts and stuff. Like, I can already imagine all the sketchy users trying to pass themselves off as actual journalists 🤡. The fact that only high-profile names are being included in this initial test is kinda interesting, though 💭. Maybe it'll help establish some sort of trust with the community? We'll just have to wait and see how users react to it 👀
 
I gotta say, I'm kinda surprised about Reddit's new verified badges thingy... back in my day, we didn't need no verification just 'cause someone was famous 🤔. Twitter used to do it all the time with their old verification process too... now that Elon Musk took over, I don't know if I'd trust their verification anymore 😐.

It's kinda weird that they're not gonna make verification a pay-to-play thing like some other platforms... but at the same time, it's cool that they want to keep it voluntary. I'm curious to see how this plays out and whether users will actually use them 🤷‍♂️. Maybe it'll help reduce all the fake news and spam on there 👍.

It's funny 'cause back in my youth, we didn't even need verification to know who was trustworthy... we just kinda knew 🙃. Nowadays, it seems like everything needs a badge or a label to make sure we're interacting with legit sources 💯. Guess times have changed 😊.
 
🤔 I'm low-key hyped about this new move by Reddit! 🎉 It's like they're taking a cue from Twitter and saying, "Hey, we get that verification can be messy, so let's keep it simple." 💯 The grey 'verified' checkmark is a nice touch – it's not too flashy, but still gives users a sense of trust. I'm all for this move, especially since Reddit's approach is more about clarity than exclusivity. 🙌 Let's see how users respond to it, though... will it be a game-changer or just another feature that gets lost in the sea of social media chaos? 🤷‍♀️
 
🤔 so its weird reddit is doin this now after years of just lettin ppl fly under the radar but idk its cool that they're tryin to add clarity to the platform esp when it comes to journalists and high-profile names 📰💼. i mean some folks might still be like "wait why cant i get verified too?" but reddit's tryna make verification a voluntary thing so maybe thats the way to go 👍. its also good that they're focusin on credibility over paid subscriptions or whatever 💸👎
 
so reddit's trying to get its act together with verification, but i'm still kinda meh about it 🤔. like, i get where they're coming from - we've got a lot of fake profiles and whatnot, so clarity is key. but the way they're doing it, with just a grey "verified" checkmark? idk, feels like it's more of a PR move than anything else 😐.

and yeah, it's good that they're not making verification some kind of paid thing or whatever, that would be sketchy 🤑. but at the same time, it's just a checkbox - what does it really mean? is it even going to make a difference for anyone? 🤷‍♀️

i do think it's cool that they're trying to make it voluntary in the future, though. like, if people wanna put themselves out there as "verified" accounts, then that's their choice 💯. but we'll just have to wait and see how all this plays out on the platform 📺.
 
I think it's about time Reddit takes steps to legitimize its platform 🤔. The lack of clear verification protocols can lead to an information overload and create blind spots for users 📊. By introducing a more transparent system, Reddit is acknowledging the concerns raised by users and attempting to establish trust in its community 👥.

However, I do wonder if this move will alienate some users who feel that verification has become too commercialized 💸. The fact that only high-profile accounts are included in the initial alpha test raises questions about fairness and exclusivity 🤷‍♂️.

Ultimately, Reddit's approach is a step in the right direction towards creating a more transparent and trustworthy platform 🚀. I'm excited to see how users respond to this new feature and whether it will bring about positive changes to the community 💬.
 
idk why reddit needs to do this lol like whats next? they'll be verifying their mods too 🤣 but seriously, i think its cool that they're trying to make verification a voluntary thing. maybe its cuz they know some ppl will get upset if they're not allowed to self-identify. and yeah, it makes sense that only high-profile accounts are getting the "grey" checkmark at first. thats a good way to test the waters, so to speak. but i'm curious, how is this gonna affect the vibe of the platform? reddit's always been pretty chill, so i dont know if this will change things. 🤔
 
so i think its kinda interesting that reddit is taking steps towards verification but they're doing it in a way thats different from other platforms like twitter 🤔. having a grey "verified" checkmark instead of a solid one could add some nuance to what it means to be verified on the platform. and yeah, its good to hear that reddit wants to make verification voluntary so more people can self-identify if they want to... but i'm curious to see how this will play out in practice 🤷‍♂️. maybe it'll help reduce the amount of spam or misinformation on the site? or perhaps it'll just create more confusion for users 📊. one thing's for sure, though - it's a good move towards greater transparency and accountability 💡
 
I gotta say, I'm kinda surprised they're doing this now 🤔. I mean, I know some people might not trust anyone who's verified, like "oh, they must be trying to sell me something" or whatever 🤑. But, honestly, I think it's about time Reddit got its act together and made verification more legit 🙌. I mean, Twitter did it way before them and it's worked out pretty well for the most part 📊.

But, what really gets my goat is that they're not making verification a paid thing like some other platforms are 🤑. That just creates this whole other layer of corruption and stuff. I don't know if I'd trust accounts that are verified just because they're paying for it 💸.

Anyway, it's a start, right? And hey, at least Reddit is trying to make things more transparent 🌟. We'll just have to wait and see how users react to the new verification system 👀.
 
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