Latest News

    • Home
    • Electronics & Gadgets
    • Instagram Reportedly Introduces Video Selfie for New User Verification to Reduce Spam, Fake Accounts
    Instagram Reportedly Introduces Video Selfie for New User Verification to Reduce Spam, Fake Accounts
    Wednesday, November 17, 2021 IST
    Instagram Reportedly Introduces Video Selfie for New User Verification to Reduce Spam, Fake Accounts

    Instagram’s video selfie verification process asks users to take a short video while turning their heads.
     

     
     

    Instagram has apparently started using a new method for identity verification of its users. The social media platform is asking users to take a short video selfie ‘to help confirm that you're a real person'. This feature has likely been introduced to reduce the number of fake or spam accounts on the platform. Instagram owner Meta (formerly Facebook) promises that it will not collect any biometric data and this feature will only be used for identity verification and nothing else. Identity verification ideally happens when a new user registers on the platform, so existing users are not being asked to go through the video selfie process yet.
     
    Social Media Consultant Matt Navarra first spotted the video selfie verification method on Instagram. As part of the process, Instagram is reportedly asking users to record a short video of themselves while turning their heads in different directions in order to confirm that they are, in fact, real people. The exact description as per the screenshots says, “We need a short video of turning your head in different directions. This helps us confirm that you're a real person and confirm your identity".
     
    Once the video is recorded, users will need to submit the video to Meta for confirmation of identity. Meta, as described in the screenshots, clarifies that this video will never be visible on Instagram and will be deleted from the servers within 30 days. The company also promises that the selfie videos won't be used for facial recognition nor will the company collect biometric data.
     
    As mentioned, the video selfie verification feature seems to apply only to users creating new accounts and existing users don't need to verify their identity just yet.
     
    Instagram is also working on bringing the ability to leave a ‘Like' on Stories. Currently, users can only react to Stories, which shows up in their direct messages. There is no clarity on when the Like feature will be publicly available on Instagram but the developers are said to be working on it.

     
     
     
     
     

    Related Topics

     
     
     

    Trending News & Articles

     Article
    Tata Harrier’s 7-seater Version H7X Will Be Quite Different – Report

    Tata Harrier’s three-row seat version in works, details out  

    Recently posted . 2K views . 0 min read
     

     Article
    How to make you car as silent as a Rolls Royce inside

    Rolls Royce cars are extremely luxurious. While there are many expensive pieces of equipment in Rolls Royce cars, their most relaxing feature is the silence that ...

    Recently posted . 2K views . 2 min read
     

     Article
    India's Top 5 Mobile Charger manufacturer Brand 2019

    The following list of India's Top 5 Mobile Charger manufacture Brand 2019  

    Recently posted . 2K views . 0 min read
     

     Article
    Mahindra XUV300 vs Maruti Brezza, Ford EcoSport, Tata Nexon – Price

    XUV300 is the latest entrant in the compact SUV segment.

    Recently posted . 2K views . 0 min read
     

     
     

    More in Electronics & Gadgets

     Article
    Google’s photoScan app now lets you scan your old photos

    If you an album of old pics mendacity around someplace and you are scared they won't stand the test of time, then Google has a solution for you. ...

    Recently posted. 840 views . 11 min read
     

     Article
    Finally, WhatsApp rolls out this big feature

    Finally, the feature is here! The popular messaging app, WhatsApp has launched a new feature.

    Recently posted. 837 views . 0 min read
     

     Article
    This drop-dead gorgeous Lamborghini Aventador is ACTUALLY a Honda Accord [Video]

    Admit it, we all want to attract every eyeball on the road in a really swanky car. Sadly, however, hardly some of us can afford a drop-dead gorgeous set of wheels t...

    Recently posted. 821 views . 2 min read
     

     Reviews
    OnePlus Bullets Wireless Review



    Recently posted . 1K views . 69 min read
     

     Article
    Ford EcoSport S, Signature Edition launched

    New top-spec trim comes with the 125hp 1.0-litre turbo-petrol EcoBoost engine, along with the 1.5 diesel; Signature Edition also launched at Rs 10.40 lakh.

    Recently posted. 755 views . 1 min read
     

     Article
    Samsung Galaxy A6+, Galaxy A6, Galaxy J6, Galaxy J8 launched in India: Price, specifications

    Samsung’s latest budget and mid-range smartphones feature Infinity Display as one its highlights.

    Recently posted. 590 views . 0 min read
     

     
     
     

       Prashnavali

      Thought of the Day

    Where there is a will, there is a way.
    Anonymous

    Be the first one to comment on this story

    Close
    Post Comment
    Shibu Chandran
    2 hours ago

    Serving political interests in another person's illness is the lowest form of human value. A 70+ y old lady has cancer.

    November 28, 2016 05:00 IST
    Shibu Chandran
    2 hours ago

    Serving political interests in another person's illness is the lowest form of human value. A 70+ y old lady has cancer.

    November 28, 2016 05:00 IST
    Shibu Chandran
    2 hours ago

    Serving political interests in another person's illness is the lowest form of human value. A 70+ y old lady has cancer.

    November 28, 2016 05:00 IST
    Shibu Chandran
    2 hours ago

    Serving political interests in another person's illness is the lowest form of human value. A 70+ y old lady has cancer.

    November 28, 2016 05:00 IST


    ads
    Back To Top