Reddit launches verified profiles to help users confirm identities of public figures and businesses.
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Reddit Is Testing Verification Badges Reddit Introduces Verified Profiles to Curb Misinformation Reddit is testing verified profiles, a feature designed to help users quickly confirm the identities of notable figures and businesses. The limited rollout adds a grey checkmark next to usernames, signaling authenticity. According to Reddit, the goal is to give users confidence in moments when verification matters—whether interacting with a celebrity during an AMA, a journalist reporting news, or a brand sharing updates. This change could reshape how users trust content on the platform. Credit: Google Why Verification Matters on Reddit The internet has long grappled with misinformation, and verification has become a key tool for distinguishing credible sources. On platforms like Twitter and Instagram, verification often signals both authenticity and status—but Reddit aims to focus purely on credibility. By giving notable figures the option to verify, Reddit hopes to make it easier for everyday users and subreddit moderators to tru…
