Account verification was initially a feature for public figures and accounts of public interest, individuals in "music, acting, fashion, government, politics, religion, journalism, media, sports, business and other key interest areas".[1] It was introduced by Twitter in June 2009,[2][3][4] followed by Google+ in 2011,[5] Facebook in 2012,[6] Instagram in 2014,[7] and Pinterest in 2015.[8] On YouTube, you are able to submit a request for a verification badge once you obtain 100,000 or more subscribers.[9] It also has an "official artist" badge for musicians and bands.[10]