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Elon Musk Announces Twitter's Verification Policy Update: All Legacy Accounts to Lose Blue Tick, Only Paid Users to be Verified
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Twitter's CEO, Elon Musk, has announced that the platform will soon remove the legacy blue ticks from non-paying accounts. Starting from April 20, only Twitter Blue subscribers will have access to the coveted blue verified badge. Musk has been advocating for users to subscribe to Twitter Blue, which starts at Rs 650 (web) since taking over the platform last year. He believes that verified badges should be easier to obtain and signify that an account is authentic.
Originally, the date for removing legacy verified badges was set for April 1, but very few accounts lost their badges, and most verified users still have the blue tick on their profiles. With this latest development, legacy verified users will lose their blue tick, making way for Twitter Blue subscribers to get verified.
What is twitter blue tick?
The Twitter blue tick is a verified badge that appears next to a user's name on Twitter. It indicates that the account is authentic and belongs to the person or organization it claims to represent. Accounts with blue ticks are considered credible sources of information, and they are often sought after by brands, journalists, and other users. The blue tick was initially introduced to verify the authenticity of high-profile accounts, but it is now available to a wider range of users. Twitter reviews each request for verification on a case-by-case basis and considers factors such as the account's completeness, public interest, and adherence to Twitter's rules and policies
How much does the new Twitter Blue cost?
Twitter Blue subscriptions are paid on a monthly or annual basis on web, iOS, or Android with localized pricing starting at $8/month or $84/year in available countries. If Twitter Blue is available for purchase for you, you’ll find the regional currency price information on web and in-app on iOS and Android. Learn more about plans and pricing in available countries here here,
What kinds of features are included in the new Twitter Blue?
Twitter Blue is a premium subscription service offered by Twitter that comes with several additional features. Here are some of the features included in Twitter Blue:
Undo Tweet: This feature allows users to preview and edit their tweets before they are posted. Users can set a timer for up to 30 seconds to undo the tweet if they spot any mistakes.
Bookmark Folders: With this feature, users can organize their bookmarks into folders, making it easier to find and access them later.
Reader Mode: This feature makes it easier to read long threads by presenting them in a clean, ad-free view.
Color Themes: Twitter Blue subscribers can choose from various color themes to customize the look of their app.
Custom App Icons: This feature allows users to choose from different app icons to personalize their Twitter app.
Dedicated Support: Twitter Blue subscribers get access to a dedicated customer support team.
Overall, Twitter Blue offers a range of features to enhance the user experience and give users more control over their Twitter account
list of current features can be found here.
