Verification policy public feedback FAQ
Important: Twitter is unpausing its verification and identity work! We have launched an initial version of a new verification policy and are inviting the public to give feedback on it before we implement it. This page is to address some Frequently Asked Questions on the process. This FAQ will be updated to include more information about the policy and application process after we launch the policy. You can read more about our new approach to verification on our blog.
Is the verification policy final?
The policy we shared for public feedback is not final. We want to collect public feedback on our draft policy before we launch it and begin to enforce it.
How long will the public feedback period last?
The public feedback period on our new Verification policy will last two weeks from November 24, 2020 to December 8, 2020.
Who can submit public feedback? How?
We welcome feedback from anyone via this survey on our blog.
Why are you asking for public feedback?
We’ve called for public feedback previously because we want to ensure that — as an open service — our rules reflect the voices of the people who use Twitter. We think it’s critical to consider global perspectives, as well as make our Verification badging standards easier to understand.
We will continue to collect and incorporate public feedback, and feedback from organizations like those on our Trust and Safety Council, to improve and expand our Verification program.
When will Twitter re-open applications for verification from the general public?
We plan to make it possible for people on Twitter to apply for a Verified badge starting in 2021. We’ll share more soon.
When will you begin to enforce this new policy?
We will begin to enforce this new policy on December 17, 2020 (date subject to change).