An alarming message that has been circulating on Facebook since last year threatens to disable people’s accounts if they don’t hand over their personal information. The message, which appears to be ...

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is launching a paid verification service that will give their users a blue checkmark. “This week we’re starting to roll out Meta Verified — a ...

VERIFY often shares information on how to protect personal information online and tips for avoiding scams. Multiple VERIFY readers, including Tara, reached out to ask about chain posts that claim ...