– The verified badge on Instagram profiles confirms the authenticity of the public figure, personality or brand that it represents.

– There are certain criteria that one needs to fulfill to get a verified badge on Instagram.

– Some of the criteria are the individual, business or entity need to be authentic, unique, complete information and notable brand, individual or entity featured in different in recognised news sources.

– Application for blue badge can be made through Android app, iPhone app, Instagram Lite app and not through desktop.