Subscription services that cost less than Elon Musk's proposed Twitter verification fee
CHICAGO (CBS)-- Twitter may come with a monthly price for some users as Elon Musk takes control of the social platform.
Musk confirmed on Twitter, "The whole verification process is being revamped." While he has not confirmed the details, there have been reports of a verification fee.
The Verge reported Twitter Blue and existing verified members will have to pay $19.99 a month to maintain their status. Sources reported existing verified members will lose their checkmark if they do not subscribe in 90 days, when the process begins.
The whole verification process is being revamped right now
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 30, 2022
To compare, here are some subscription services that cost less than Musk's proposed Twitter verification fee:
Standard Netflix: $15.49 per month
Amazon Prime: $14.99 per month
Hulu-No Ads: $14.99 per month
Uber One: $9.99 per month
Spotify Family: $15.99 per month
The New York Times: $4 per month for first year and $17 per month after the first year
Apple TV+: $6.99 per month
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