What to know

  • Bluesky will begin verifying accounts of notable users to help users identify authentic profiles.
  • The verification process will use public records and is free of charge.
  • This move is intended to improve trust and safety on the Bluesky platform.
  • Verification will start with government officials and journalists before expanding to others.

Bluesky, the decentralized social media platform, announced that it will start verifying the accounts of notable users. The company says this step will help users distinguish between authentic and impersonator accounts.

The verification process will rely on public records to confirm the identity of users. Bluesky will not charge users for this service. The company says it wants to make verification accessible and transparent.

Initially, Bluesky will focus on verifying government officials and journalists. The platform plans to expand the program to include other notable figures over time. Users who qualify for verification will be contacted directly by Bluesky.

Bluesky says this move is part of its efforts to improve trust and safety on the platform. The company aims to help users feel more confident about the accounts they interact with. Bluesky will continue to update users as the verification program grows.

Via: Fast Company