Facebook Verified is a new free badge for eligible adult personal profiles. It confirms that a real person completed Facebook’s short video-selfie check. Meta says the phased rollout starts Monday, July 27, 2026, in select markets. It is not available to everyone immediately, and it is different from the paid Meta Verified subscription.
Quick eligibility check
- You must be at least 18.
- Your Facebook account must be in good standing and meet Meta’s trust and safety standards.
- The free badge is for eligible personal profiles—not Facebook Pages or Professional Mode (ProMode) accounts.
- Your market and account must be included in the phased rollout.
How to get the free Facebook Verified badge
- Open your personal Facebook profile. Use the latest Facebook app and check your profile for a Get verified option when the rollout reaches your account.
- Start the in-app verification flow. Do not use third-party forms, browser extensions, or anyone offering to sell access.
- Record the requested short video selfie. Facebook says it compares the video with your existing profile photos to confirm a match.
- Submit the check. Meta says the process typically takes a few minutes, although approval is not guaranteed.
- Look for the badge. Initially, approved badges can appear on your Profile and in Marketplace, Dating, and Groups. Meta plans to add them to Feed posts later.
If you do not see “Get verified”: there is no official shortcut. Meta is releasing the feature in phases and has not published a complete country list. Keep the app updated and check again later. A missing option does not necessarily mean your account failed eligibility.
Facebook Verified eligibility checklist
| Requirement | What Meta says |
|---|---|
| Age | 18 or older |
| Account type | Eligible personal Facebook profile |
| Account standing | Must meet Community Standards, including rules against fraud, scams, deceptive practices, and inauthentic behavior |
| Verification method | Short video selfie checked against existing profile photos |
| Cost | Free; no subscription fee |
| Not supported | Pages and Professional Mode (ProMode) accounts |
| Availability | Phased rollout beginning in select markets, with global expansion planned |
Facebook Verified vs. Meta Verified
The names are similar, but the products are not the same.
| Facebook Verified | Meta Verified | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Paid subscription |
| Main purpose | Show that a real person is behind a personal profile | Creator or business subscription with verification and additional benefits |
| Check described by Meta | Video selfie matched with profile photos | Separate eligibility and identity requirements apply |
| Extra benefits | Meta has not announced subscription-style support or protection benefits | May include enhanced support, impersonation protection, and other plan benefits |
| Pages/ProMode | Not eligible for this free badge at launch | Separate creator and business offerings exist |
Do not assume the free badge replaces Meta Verified. If you currently pay for Meta Verified, Meta has not said in this announcement that your paid plan will automatically change or be cancelled.
What the badge means—and what it does not mean
The badge means Facebook matched a selfie video to the profile’s existing photos and the account met its trust and safety requirements at verification time. It does not mean Facebook endorses the user, guarantees that a Marketplace deal is safe, or promises that everything the person says is true.
Marketplace safety checklist
- Keep communication inside Facebook or Messenger where possible.
- Do not send deposits just because a seller has a badge.
- Inspect valuable items before paying and meet in a safe public place.
- Be cautious if someone asks you to move immediately to another app.
- Never share a login code, password, recovery code, or payment PIN.
- Report suspicious profiles, listings, and messages to Facebook.
Privacy points to consider before submitting a selfie
Meta’s announcement confirms that the verification flow records a short video selfie and checks it against photos already on the profile. The announcement does not specify every retention, review, or deletion detail for this particular rollout. Read the privacy notice shown inside the verification flow before submitting and use Facebook’s official help pages for the rules that apply in your country.
Avoid free-badge scams
A fresh verification rollout is likely to attract fake “application” links. The genuine Facebook Verified process is free. Treat messages asking for payment, passwords, one-time codes, or a downloaded browser extension as suspicious.
- Start only from the Facebook app, facebook.com, or an official facebook.com/help page.
- Check the domain before entering information.
- Do not pay an agent to “unlock” a phased feature.
- Do not install an extension that promises instant verification.
Frequently asked questions
Is Facebook Verified free?
Yes. Meta says the new Facebook Verified badge has no subscription fee and requires a one-time verification process.
When does Facebook Verified launch?
Meta says the rollout starts Monday, July 27, 2026. It will launch in phases in select markets, so the option may not appear on your account on the first day.
Can a Facebook Page get the new free badge?
No. Meta says Facebook Pages and Professional Mode accounts are not eligible for this free badge at launch.
Do I need a government ID?
Meta’s announcement describes a short video-selfie process matched against existing profile photos; it does not say that this free flow universally requires a government ID. Follow only the requirements displayed in Facebook for your account and market.
Does the badge guarantee a seller is trustworthy?
No. It signals that a real person completed the check, not that Facebook endorses the person or guarantees a transaction.
Why is the option missing from my profile?
The most likely reason is phased availability. Meta has not published a complete market-by-market schedule. Your account must also meet the age, account-type, and good-standing requirements.
Official sources
- Meta Newsroom: Introducing Facebook Verified
- Meta Newsroom: Connecting Real People on Facebook
- Facebook Help Center: Meta Verified for creators
- Meta Community Standards
Last checked: July 25, 2026. This guide will need updating as Meta adds markets or publishes more detailed in-app instructions.