Archive · 23 May 2025
Bluesky Launches Verification Program for User Authentication
Bluesky, a social media site, is letting users prove they are who they say they are.
They're using a system like the old Twitter verification badges, but trying to do it better.
Users can apply for a badge, and some organizations can help verify people.
To get verified, you need to be a real person or a real business.
It's not yet clear what is considered 'notable.'
Some people worry that it will become like Twitter's old system, where verified users are treated differently, while others think it is a good idea.
Bluesky introduced a verification program for users to confirm identity.
Users can apply for verification via an online form.
Organizations can become Trusted Verifiers.
Bluesky uses both application and decentralized tools such as domain verification.
Notability will be assessed based on factors such as professional recognition.
- Who
- Bluesky users, including individuals and organizations.
- What
- Bluesky launched a verification program.
- When
- The program was recently launched.
- Where
- On the Bluesky social media platform.
- Why
- To confirm user identity and notability on the platform.
Critics
Bluesky
Centralization vs. Decentralization
Critics
Critics fear a centralized approach undermining the platform's ethos.
Bluesky
Bluesky's verification program uses both traditional vetting and decentralized tools.
- Platform
- Bluesky
- Verification Type
- Identity/Notability
- Verification Method
- Application and Trusted Verifiers
- Domain-based Self-Verification Users
- 270,000+
- Notable Criteria
- Professional recognition, media mentions, public interest