Elon Musk's X lets subscribers hide blue checkmarks
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| Elon Musk's X lets subscribers hide blue checkmarks |
According to the platform's help centre page, subscribers to X Blue can opt to hide the blue check mark that once served as a status symbol denoting account verification. The check mark will no longer be visible on their profiles and posts. However, certain features may still reveal that the account has an active subscription.
The decision has sparked mixed reactions from users and public figures alike. Some are welcoming the move as it allows them to maintain a sense of privacy and avoid potential targeting or harassment. Others, however, see it as undermining the credibility of the verification process, as the blue check mark was initially meant to confirm the authenticity of accounts belonging to public figures, politicians, and media personalities.
Lili Reinhart, actress and social media influencer, voiced her concerns, stating, "The blue check mark used to hold value, but now it feels like anyone can pay to hide it. It's losing its meaning." Author Stephen King also expressed his disappointment, remarking, "Verification used to mean something, and now it's just another perk for those who can afford it."