You can now get the 'Facebook Verified' badge for free on Facebook; all you need to do is create a selfie video..

Facebook is introducing a new way to help users distinguish between interacting with a real person and an AI-generated profile. The social media platform has launched 'Facebook Verified,' a free verification badge that users can obtain by completing a selfie video check. This move comes at a time when artificial intelligence tools have made it significantly easier to create fake profiles, realistic images, and automated conversations. Facebook states that the new badge aims to make online interactions more trustworthy, particularly in spaces where users connect with strangers.

Unlike traditional verification badges (often associated with public figures or paid subscriptions), Facebook Verified is designed for everyday users. To obtain the badge, eligible users must record a short selfie video. Facebook will compare this video with existing profile photos to confirm that the account belongs to a real person.

The verification process is entirely free and typically takes just a few minutes. However, users must meet Facebook's trust and safety requirements, which include having no prior history of fraud, scams, or other deceptive behavior. This feature is currently available to users aged 18 and older whose accounts are in good standing. Facebook Verified will not be available for Pages or profiles using Professional Mode.

Once an account is verified, the badge will appear in places where knowing a person's identity is most important. Users will see the badge on profiles, Facebook Marketplace listings, Dating profiles, and in Groups. Facebook plans to extend the badge's visibility to feed posts in the future. The company notes that users need to complete the verification only once; thereafter, the badge will appear across supported sections of Facebook without any subscription fee. For instance, someone browsing Marketplace listings, chatting with a potential match on Dating, or participating in a Group discussion will be able to see whether the account owner has completed human verification.

A verified badge does not guarantee trust.
While the badge confirms that the account belongs to a real person, Facebook has clarified that this does not imply the platform endorses the user or vouches for their behavior. Verified accounts must still adhere to Facebook’s Community Standards and Commerce Policies. A real person can still violate platform rules, and verification does not serve as a guarantee of safety.

Facebook stated, "The Facebook Verified badge means a profile belongs to a real person—someone who has completed selfie verification and meets our trust and safety standards."

Facebook Verified is being rolled out gradually, starting in select markets, with plans to expand to other regions globally. The company believes that as AI-generated content and profiles become increasingly common, users need a simple way to distinguish between real people and artificial accounts.

Disclaimer: This content has been sourced and edited from Dainik Jagran. While we have made modifications for clarity and presentation, the original content belongs to its respective authors and website. We do not claim ownership of the content.