In order to reduce the risk of impersonation and confusion, users of social network X with a parody or fan account must follow new rules.

The company has made it mandatory to use an avatar distinct from that of the entity they represent, in addition to adding certain keywords before their name.

With the new measures, “X seeks to improve transparency with parody, comment, and fan accounts, grouped under the acronym PCF (parody, comment, and fan), and to this end has announced new requirements that will take effect on April 10, according to the X Safety profile.”

Keywords before the username should be “fake,” “fan,” or “comment” to clarify that they are “not affiliated with legitimate entities and thus avoid confusion among platform users. It also seeks to combat identity theft.”

With these measures, the company expresses its concern about an increase in identity theft cases after the elimination of the traditional free verification system (blue ticket) and its replacement with the paid X Premium subscription. Users who do not comply with the new rules risk permanent suspension.

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Source: excelsior

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