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by abzolv 1223 days ago
What about the verified status can change, that merits a recurring charge versus a once-off charge? Can you suddenly morph into “not you”?
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Other accounts flagging you for not being you, is a very real thing on FB.

I've had relatives loose two account into limbo, because of this and yes - even after being "verified" on one of them.

I guess the logic is that if someone took over your account, so you're no longer you.

Why would that merit a recurring charge? In other words, what ongoing expense is incurred by the company to display a particular icon next to your name?
You'd only be verified as long as you're paying, stop paying and that account is no longer verified.