blue check mark

Identity confirmation symbol

A blue check mark is a verification symbol on social media platforms, originally indicating that an account's identity has been confirmed as authentic—typically for public figures, celebrities, or notable organizations.

The symbol became associated with credibility and status: She has a blue check mark, so it's really her.

On some platforms, blue check marks are now available to paying subscribers regardless of notability, which has diluted their meaning as markers of authenticity.

verification

verified

Confirmed as accurate

confirmation · validation · proof · legitimacy · official · documentation · accreditation · certification · security · corroboration

social media

Twitter

Microblogging social network

  • InstagramPhoto-sharing social platform
  • MetaRenamed social network conglomerate
  • FacebookDominant social media platform

account · profile · handle · username · follower · platform · feed · post · verified account · subscription

status

elite

Superior select group

distinction · reputation · privilege · notability · fame · exclusivity · celebrity · clout · credibility · authority

Opposites
verification status

blue check markburner account

Disposable online identity

sock puppet · throwaway account · unverified · default avatar · fake account

social media credibility/status

blue check marknobody

Inconsequential person

pleb · parody account · troll account · spam account · reply guy

visibility/obscurity

blue check marklurker

Silent forum presence

ghost account · hidden identity

Family

blue, check, mark, blues, blued, bluing, bluish, blueness, checked

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G