My Complicated Relationship with Meta (That You Probably Have, Too)

Meta, then Facebook, invented the relationship status, “It’s Complicated.” That is how I describe my relationship with it. Maybe it's the same with yours.

I can’t believe Meta has conspired against me.

In 2023, I took the time to get Meta verified.

Blue checkmarks used to be given to celebrities and people with a lot of content and high engagement. Of course, it’s based on Meta’s requirements, which were not fully specified.

Having a blue badge beside your name was so exclusive back then. I remembered apply…