# Facebook Introduces Video Selfie Verification Feature Users can now earn a free verification badge by submitting a video selfie. - **Source:** [Lifehacker](https://brifing.si/source/f1400ced-a26b-4e58-a567-6187eca3708d) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/4c21383d-50f8-4f41-95ed-5f4872604340 ## New Verification Method Facebook is introducing video selfie verification to confirm users are real people. This method allows users to earn a white check mark as a trust signal on their profiles. The badge will be visible in Marketplace, Dating, and Groups sections. ## Difference from Meta Verified This new feature is separate from the paid Meta Verified subscription that offers blue check marks. Video selfie verification is completely free and only confirms the user's authenticity. Unlike Meta Verified, it doesn't require government ID submission. ## Eligibility Requirements The feature is available to users over 18 with good standing in selected markets. The system compares the video selfie with existing profile photos using facial recognition. Pages and ProMode accounts aren't eligible for this verification. ## Data Retention Policy Facebook states it will store verification videos for up to 30 days. However, it's unclear how this data might be used. Given Meta's history of using user data for AI training, privacy concerns are being raised about this new feature. ## Comparison with Google Google recently launched a similar video selfie feature but with different purposes. While Google's system helps with account recovery, Facebook's aims to create social trust signals. Google's approach requires additional security considerations as it grants full account access. ## Privacy Considerations Users are advised to carefully review privacy policies before submitting personal data for verification. Given Meta's data usage history, the benefits and risks of this feature should be carefully weighed before participation. ## Sources covering this story - https://lifehacker.com/tech/you-can-now-verify-your-facebook-account-with-a-video-selfie?utm_medium=RSS — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._