X (Twitter) Blue Verification
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On average, it takes about two weeks to get verified on X (Twitter). However, there are factors that can affect this. In this article, we’ll take a quick look at the verification process, how long it takes, and the factors that can affect the process overall.

How Long Does it Take to Get Verified on Twitter?

On average, not counting the time it takes to meet the eligibility requirements, ask for verification, complete the document uploads, etc., the verification process takes an average of 7-14 days. 

However, if there are irregularities with your account or they have to check things manually, it can make the process take longer. The same is true if they can’t easily establish whether you’ve met the eligibility requirements.

If you’ve missed some of the eligibility requirements, it might mean that you can’t get verification right now but that you may be eligible after some time. Other aspects that may affect the length of the verification process include a sudden influx of verification requests and difficulties establishing whether you are eligible.

Eligibility Criteria You May Have Missed

There are a few eligibility requirements that are easy to overlook. These can cause a temporary setback and mean you’re not eligible for verification. However, except in the case of things like not adhering to the terms of service, X will usually allow you to reapply (after some time).

Some of the most common points of oversight include the following:

  • Not keeping your account active enough during the last 30 days. Even if you’ve only just missed the thirty-day benchmark, your account is ineligible. In the days leading up to requesting verification, try to ensure that you keep your account active. Once you receive verification, ensure that it stays active.
  • Recent changes to your profile. Accounts that have gone through profile changes in the last 30 days are not eligible for verification. Try not to make any major changes to your account in the days leading up to your intended verification request. If your account is new, it’s best to wait 90 days before applying.
  • Not having X Premium. Before Twitter became X, it was possible to attain verification without having an active subscription. Since the rebranding, however, it has become impossible to get verified without paying for X Premium. So, if you’ve been trying to get verified without a Premium subscription, register for X Premium before attempting it.
  • Having an Incomplete Profile. One of the easiest ways to accidentally render yourself ineligible for X verification is to not complete your profile. An account without a profile picture, legible name, or basic bio might be considered ineligible, so it’s essential to ensure that you’ve completed all fields before applying for verification.
  • Not having a noteworthy account. X only verifies accounts that they consider noteworthy. This means that you need to have a recognizable account to qualify. 

Apart from these things, you need to ensure that your account adheres to the X rules and that it can’t be interpreted as manipulative or trying to deceive followers.

X Premium (Twitter Blue) Features

X Premium (previously Twitter Blue) gives you access to a whole range of different features, including the following:

  • The option to edit tweets.
  • The ability to create longer posts and videos.
  • Your replies get prioritized so more people can see them.
  • You get to add formatting to your text, including bold, italic, and underline.
  • Unlock the folder feature so you can organize your saved tweets.
  • Customize your app icons with a range of different colors.
  • Fewer ads on your feed.
  • Share in the revenue from ads on your posts.
  • Allow followers to subscribe to your content.
  • Access to the Media Studio, which allows you to use advanced analytics and other tools.

Verification Process: Step By Step

The verification process is actually pretty straightforward, if you already meet all the eligibility requirements. Here’s a quick step-by-step.

  1. Ensure that you already meet the eligibility requirements.
  2. Navigate to the Settings & Privacy tab.
Twitter Blue Verification Process
  1. Open the Account Information tab.
Account Information tab on Twitter (X)
  1. Find the ‘Verified’ setting.
  2. Click on the button to request verification.
  3. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the information needed and upload your identity confirmation documents.
  4. Complete the process.
  5. Wait for your verification notification.
  6. Celebrate if you’ve succeeded, and work on your shortcomings if you haven’t.

You can find more information about this process in our comprehensive guide to getting verified on Twitter.

Conclusion

As you can see, Twitter (X) verification is actually a quick and straightforward process. However, you do need to meet the eligibility requirements to make verification possible and to make the process as painless as possible. 

One of the critical criteria is that you must have a noteworthy account. One of the ways that you can prove to X that your account is noteworthy is by having many engaged followers. Tools like Twenvy can help you make your verification dreams a reality by helping you draw organic traffic with minimal effort.

Maddie Schultz
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