We’ve heard your feedback that we can be more clear on why an application didn't get approved.

Decision emails will now give more context on why requests don't meet our criteria. Here's a breakdown of some things to note before applying again (after 30 days) 🧵

🔹 Authenticity

If you’re using a website to verify your authenticity, it must be the website for a Verified organization. The website must also reference your name and Twitter account.

🔹 Follower count

For any company/brand/organization and those applying as an activist/influential individual, your follower count must be in the top .05% of active accounts located in the same geographic region.

🔹 Journalists

▪️ Your Twitter profile must reference the news org you’re affiliated with and link to its official website
▪️ The news org(s) you reference must be a notable, Verified organization as listed in our policy: help.twitter.com/managing-your-…

In the application, journalists must link to their specific about page/bio, or to articles that reference them on the news org's official site. Independent or freelance journalists must provide links to 3 articles in Verified publications in the 6 months before applying.

Still with us? To help you and clarify the info we accept for your category, we’ll be adding more guidelines within the application.

We know some of you are still waiting for the option to apply. We're still rolling out access to keep up with the volume of applications we’re getting. It should be rolled out to everyone soon!

Patience isn't part of the criteria, but we appreciate yours.

Yes, we’ve relaunched Verification, but our work isn’t done yet. We’ll continue to listen to your feedback to improve our policy and the application process.