The blue checkmark on Hornet means that the person has gone through a Profile Verification process and confirmed that they are the same person shown in their profile photos.
Profile Verification provides an opportunity for you to show other users that you are a real user, not someone using someone else’s pictures. To verify your profile, you will need to take a selfie that will be compared to your profile photos by our team.
Features like Profile Verification help to establish trust and authenticity among users. By verifying their profiles, users can confirm that they’re genuinely who they claim to be, so we appreciate your support in keeping Hornet a safer space to meet new people!!
How do I verify my profile?
To verify your profile, you must take the following actions:
- Open Hornet and go to your profile.
- Tap the grey checkmark next to your display name or the “Get Verified” button.
- Read the instructions carefully, copy the pose exactly, and take a selfie.
- If prompted, grant Hornet access to your camera.
- Press Submit.
It can take up to 24 hours to process your Profile Verification request. Once approved, we’ll let you know and add a verified checkmark to your profile.
Why was my verification submission rejected?
Your submission may be rejected for one of the following reasons:
- The person in the photo does not match the person in the profile picture.
- The pose in the example is not copied.
- Your face is blocked or obscured.
- The photo is not clear enough.
- We could not find any profile photos with your face to cross-reference with your submission.
Can I lose my profile verification?
If you remove all your public photos from your profile, we will notify you that your verification status has been revoked. However, there’s no need to worry; you can always submit a new verification request. Just remember that to request Profile Verification, you must have profile photos where your face is clearly visible.
Still need help? Email us at feedback@hornet.com. Please include your username so we can find your account faster. It appears on your profile page, at the top center of the screen, and begins with the “@” symbol.
