So you might notice on some users it says, "Verified" or, you go to a channel and you see a Star. This is because they have reached a certain amount of followers while they have a channel and videos. Here are the requirements to be verified.
Reasoning why some users below requirements are verified:
Some users are verified without meeting the requirements because they got verified before the requirements changed! As more people join the site, the requirements will continue to change!
Verification Requirements:
6+ Members
2+ Videos (30+ Seconds Each)
Channel 2+ Weeks Old
Channel Banner & Profile Picture
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