Meta has simplified the account verification process with a solution that now seems obvious!
Losing access to our social media accounts can cause great disruption to our digital lives. and face a long process of sending codes and confirming emails. Given this scenario, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has developed an innovative solution that takes advantage of facial recognition technology to offer users a faster and more secure way to recover their accounts.
This new tool not only simplifies the identity verification processbut also reinforces the security of the platforms, giving users greater peace of mind.
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Meta’s solution makes it seem less complicated that you have forgotten your password or that someone has taken control of your account. Instead of going through a tedious verification process, you could now simply record a short video of yourself. Just like setting up Face ID on your iPhone, you’ll need to move your head in different directions. This recording will be instantly compared to your profile photos, and if there is a match, you will be granted access to your account.
This technology not only simplifies the account recovery process. Meta is also using it to combat online scams. The company has developed a system that detects fake ads that use the images of celebrities. By comparing faces in ads to verified profile photos, Meta can quickly identify and remove these scams.
Of course, Meta ensures that user privacy is a priority. Facial recognition videos are encrypted and stored securelyand they are never visible on your profile. Besides, facial data is deleted immediately after the comparison is completed, regardless of the result.
However, Meta has made it clear that The decision to use facial recognition to recover your account is completely voluntary. Users can opt for manual verification if they prefer. But It is undeniable that selfie video verification offers a quick and easy solution to regain access to accounts. This method, which takes only a minute, is the most convenient and secure way to confirm the user’s identity.
While this is a feature in testing phase, Meta has confirmed that it is working on rolling it out on a large scale. This means that in the near future, All Facebook and Instagram users could benefit from this new security measure.
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Source: ipadizate.com
