Celebrities Complain on Final Day of Free Twitter Blue Checkmarks

Recently, Twitter announced that it would no longer be giving out free blue checkmarks, a verification badge that appears next to a user’s name and distinguishes them as being authentic. As a result of this announcement, many celebrities took to Twitter to air their complaints and frustrations before the deadline for the free checkmark application.

The blue checkmark is a status symbol on social media and having one can significantly increase one’s credibility and perceived celebrity status. Many celebrities who already have checkmarks are upset that they will not be able to help their friends or colleagues obtain verification status without paying a fee. They argue that Twitter should be more inclusive and accessible to everyone, and that verification should not be limited to those who can afford it.

However, many people see it as a positive move, as it helps alleviate the vast amount of fake accounts and impersonators on Twitter. By requiring a fee, it can help weed out those who only want the badge for status and not for genuine authentication purposes.

It is interesting to see how Twitter’s decision to charge for verification has stirred up such a strong reaction from celebrities who are used to privileges and perks due to their fame. Nonetheless, it is important to remember that verification should be used for its intended purpose of authenticating users, and not just as a status symbol.

In conclusion, while many celebrities have voiced their upset about the end of free blue checkmarks on Twitter, it ultimately serves as a reminder that social media is not only for the famous but for everyone who wants to be authenticated and verified on the platform.