Bluesky is introducing a new layer of verification in the form of a blue check, as well as Trusted Verifiers, which will see organisations able to blue check other accounts.
Bluesky is introducing a new layer of verification.
The social network is launching an “easily recognisable” blue check for users, as well as Trusted Verifiers.
A post on Bluesky’s own account read: “We’re introducing a new layer of verification on Bluesky – a user-friendly, easily recognizable blue check.
“In addition to account verification issued by Bluesky, we’re also introducing Trusted Verifiers. Select independent organizations can verify accounts directly.”
If someone is a Trusted Verifier they will be able to blue check other accounts, with the New York Times verifying its journalist employees’ accounts given as an example on the Bluesky blog.
They wrote: “For example, the New York Times can now issue blue checks to its journalists directly in the app. Bluesky’s moderation team reviews each verification to ensure authenticity.
“When you tap on a verified account’s blue check, you’ll see which organizations have granted verification. (sic)”
What’s more, Bluesky said the company will “proactively verify authentic and notable accounts” going forwards, but they are ” not accepting requests for verification” for now.
They said: “Bluesky will proactively verify authentic and notable accounts and display a blue check next to their names.
Trust doesn’t come only from the top down; it emerges from relationships, communities, and shared context.
“That’s why we’re also enabling trusted verifiers: organizations that can directly issue blue checks. Trusted verifiers have a scalloped blue check.
“We’re starting this initial roll-out with a small and non comprehensive group of accounts.
Currently, we are not accepting requests for verification. As the feature stabilizes based on feedback, we’ll launch a request form for account verification and trusted verifier status.
Bluesky introducing new verification
