How to Verify Your Facebook Page in 5 Steps [+ Why You Should]

The other day, I searched for “Taylor Swift” on Facebook.

I was shocked to find hundreds — if not thousands — of Taylor Swifts in the United States alone.

Fortunately, I was able to find the mega-pop star’s page easily, with the help of a small blue badge:

When searching for a business (or person) on Facebook, a verified badge is often the easiest and most reliable way to ensure the page you’ve found is authentic.

As a business, it’s critical you use a verified badge so that prospects and customers can easily find your true page and access up-to-date, accurate information about your brand. Without a verified badge, it can be difficult to trust whether the page is legitimate.

However, the process for securing a verified badge is different for a business’ Page than it is a personal profile. Here, we’ll explore the steps you need to take to obtain a verified badge — plus, why it’s important for your brand in the first place.

How to Verify a Facebook Page

Note: The following steps outline how to verify a Facebook Business Page — if, instead, you want to verify a profile, you’ll fill out the same form, but you’ll need to upload a copy of your official government-issued photo identification, instead. (You only need to verify a profile if you’re a public figure or celebrity.)

1. You’ll need to fill out this form to request a blue verification badge from Facebook. Since this is for business purposes, you’ll want to click “Page” rather than “Profile” … 

… and then click the “Select page to verify” drop-down menu to find your business page in the list. (Note: You must be an admin of the Business Manager account to submit this form.)

2. Since this is a business page, you’ll need to attach a copy of a phone or utility bill, certificate of formation, articles of incorporation, or tax exemption documents.

3. Fill in the box explaining why the account should receive a verified badge. You’ll need to include a minimum of 10 characters.

4. Add other social media account URLs if possible, as well as any additional comments.

5. When you’re ready, click “Send”. You’ll be re-directed to the following page, where you can watch the status of your request: 

(Facebook notes: “You’ll receive a notification once we review your request. Please don’t submit more than one request for your account. For denied requests, you can submit a new request after 30 days.”)

Why can’t I verify my Facebook Business Page?

There are a few reasons Facebook might deny your request. Let’s explore two common ones, and how you can fix them.

1. Something is wrong with your submitted documents.

Facebook outlines a few primary issues you might have with the documents you submitted in the request form. If your document doesn’t align with Facebook’s requirements — or is low resolution or low-quality — consider re-uploading a new document that fits Facebook’s standards.

For instance, your document:

• Might not be the type of document Facebook accepts (more on that here).
• Might be a self-filed document. Facebook needs to see a document with an accompanying official signature or seal.
• The document is blurry, low resolution, or corrupted. Ensure you’ve scanned your document at a high resolution or format.
• The document is expired.
• The document you submitted doesn’t contain your full business address.
• The document’s language is unsupported (supported languages are shown in the image, below):

2. Your information — including business website, business address, and your business’s legal name — doesn’t match up.

When it comes to requesting a verified badge, accuracy and attention to detail is key. For instance, your request might be denied if your company’s name listed on your Facebook Business Settings is different from the name that appears on your submitted documents.

Here are a few considerations to keep in mind:

• The legal business name on your submitted document needs to match the name that appears in your Business Settings. (To fix this, update your business name in Business Settings or submit a new document that includes the business name that appears in your Business Settings.)
• Your document needs to include your business’s full address and business phone number. (A partial address won’t be accepted.)
• Your email domain and website address need to match, and your website should feature your company’s name or logo.
• Your business name needs to be listed on your submitted document. For instance, if a utility bill has your business’ phone number but your business name isn’t included, it won’t be accepted. (More information on acceptable documents here.)

Why Its Important to Verify My Facebook Business Page

A verified badge tells prospects and customers that they can trust your Facebook Page as the true, authentic presence of your brand. Additionally, it’s often critical for differentiating your brand from other, similar terms that might make it difficult for users to find your business on Facebook.

However, there are a few other major benefits to having a verified Facebook Business Page, aside from increased visibility.

For one, Facebook’s algorithm automatically places verified badges at the top of search results when someone is looking for your business. This is especially important if your brand hosts a few groups on Facebook.

For instance, HubSpot has a few dedicated groups for various, niche purposes like HubSpot education or HubSpot marketers. It’s critical Facebook users are able to find the more general, official HubSpot Page when searching “HubSpot”, which is why it’s good HubSpot’s Page has a verified badge, which enables it to rise to the top of search results:

Since the verified badge will help surface your brand to the top of search results, you’ll ideally increase followers and leads as a result of having a verified badge — a major benefit of the symbol.

Additionally, a verified badge earns you early access to new Facebook features that aren’t yet available for all users. This can help you level-up on competitors who might not have the same access. 

And that’s it! You’re all set to request a verified badge for your own business’ Page. Next, take a look at the Ultimate Guide to Facebook Marketing for more tips on driving demand and growing your business on Facebook. 

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Villa Park baseball cools off sizzling Dana Hills to win Ryan Lemmon tournament

IRVINE — The Villa  Park baseball team didn’t have to swing the bats too often against Dana Hills in the championship game of the Ryan Lemmon Series on Wednesday night at the Great Park Stadium.

The Spartans came away with a 7-2 victory, and in doing so, handed the No. 3-ranked Dolphins their first defeat of the season. Dana Hills had won nine in a row coming into the game.

Villa Park (5-2) won four in a row to win the tournament after starting the season with a 1-2 record.

The Spartans took advantage of 13 walks, one hit batter, two wild pitches and one passed ball by the Dolphins (9-1).

“That’s something we’ve really stressed over the past couple of weeks, to be disciplined,” Villa Park coach Burt Call said of his team’s at-bats. “Our guys were really able to work counts and did a great job keeping the line moving and getting the next guy up.”

Villa Park sophomore shortstop Gavin Grahovac was named tournament MVP.

Grahovac, who has committed to Arizona State, hit two home runs in the tournament, including a game-winning, two-run home run in the Spartans’ 2-1 victory over Yucaipa on Tuesday.

He had a double and scored two runs to contribute to Wednesday’s victory.

“We were ready go,” Grahovac said. “We were prepared from the first pitch.”

The Dolphins were the designated road team and led 1-0 going into the third.

Grahovac doubled to lead off the third and Aaron Perez followed with a double to drive in Grahovac with the tying run.

Perez took third on a pick-off attempt where the ball went into the outfield. He scored on a wild pitch to give the Spartans a 2-1 lead.

The score was 2-2 going into the fourth when the Spartans loaded the bases on two walks and a bunt single.

By the time the half-inning ended, Villa Park scored three runs on a single and five walks to go ahead for good.

Villa Park defeated Pacifica, Mission Viejo and Yucaipa to reach the championship game.

The Dolphins reached the championship with victories over El Modena, Foothill and Notre Dame of Sherman Oaks.

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Galaxy preseason recap: 3 things from Wednesday’s loss to New England

The Galaxy concluded the home and California portion of its preseason schedule with a 4-1 loss to the New England Revolution on Wednesday night in Carson. The club will now head to Arizona for three games, beginning Saturday against Sporting Kansas City.

Here are three things from Wednesday’s game:

Learning process continues

Unlike Saturday’s meeting with New England, Galaxy coach Greg Vanney turned to the youngsters for the majority of the match, including some players on trial with L.A. Galaxy II.

The results were mixed.

“In these type of situations, what I’m seeing is what each of these guys is picking up in terms of what we’re trying to do and understanding their roles within the collective group,” Vanney said. “You’re also assessing individuals, but also the collective, in terms of how people are fulfilling their responsibilities and who is ready for the big games and who understands the direction we’re going.”

In the starting lineup, only Ethan Zubak, Kai Koreniuk, Carlos Harvey and Jonathan Klinsmann had any first-team experience.

“I thought the first half was very clean by the group,” Vanney said. “I thought the first half group for us actually had a nice clean performance, aside from the goals that we gave up.

“The final pass, final action, is something that could be a little better. The second half, I just felt like we never caught the speed of the game and our decision-making was too slow, our intensity was too low, part of that I think is guys are still a little bit … they’re thinking a lot while they’re on the field and they’re not in that natural decision-making mode, when the opposition does something different, that we are picking up on it and we’re reading it at the intensity and speed their first team was. We were behind the game and we ended up chasing for most of the half.”

Galaxy II trialist Felix Barajas, 18, scored the Galaxy’s lone goal.

Kljestan providing veteran presence

The Galaxy has played a lot of teenagers in these last two games, but Vanney also was able to sprinkle in some veteran leadership.

Sacha Kljestan was one of the second-half subs, along with Cameron Dunbar, Adam Saldana, Jonathan Perez and others.

“I’m 35, I still think I can get better every day when I show up to training,” Kljestan said Saturday. “Maybe my best years were years ago, but I still think it, and that’s my mentality when I come to train every day.”

Having Kljestan around will be valuable for all of the teenagers on the roster.

“The sky is the limit for these kids,” he said. “These guys are starting younger than when I started with the first team. I was 20, I wish I started when I was 16, 17, 18, like these guys. For them to grasp and understand what’s at stake for them right now and just for them to keep getting better … they’re all good kids and I think they do good listening.”

Kljestan is back for his second year with the Galaxy. He played in 15 games last season.

“I feel amazing, both mentally and physically,” he said.

Ferkranus learning on the job

It was an interesting night for 17-year-old defender Marcus Ferkranus.

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In the sixth minute, Ferkranus attempted a back pass to goalkeeper Jonathan Klinsmann, but New England’s Teal Bunbury intercepted and slid it to Adam Buska, who scored the opening goal.

From that moment forward, Ferkranus, who was signed to a Homegrown contract during the offseason, handled himself well, while dealing with Buska, who is one of New England’s Designated Players.

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How to Make Quotes for Instagram: 9 Apps to Try This Year

When you come across a beautiful sight -- be it a beach, a mountain, or your pet's face -- sometimes, it inspires you to think bigger about what certain sights and experiences mean.

For those moments, you might consider posting a photo on Instagram with an equally inspiring quote as the caption. But you could take it even further -- and save characters -- by posting the photo with the quote.

You've likely seen quotes on Instagram posts before, but you may never have created one for your brand's account. Here's a recent Instagram quote we shared here at HubSpot:

See what we mean?

Posting quote images on Instagram can diversify your content on the platform and humanize your brand a little, too. Everyone could use a motivational quote during a busy Monday morning or a slow Tuesday afternoon, so try out an Instagram quote for your next post with the help of these free apps.

9 Instagram Text Apps to Make Inspiring Quotes

Featured Resource: 9 Instagram Quote Templates

HubSpot created a collection of 9 Instagram quote templates for posts and stories – in addition to 13 more free Instagram posts for business. Download the collection of templates today to make Instagram quotes right in Google Slides for free. 

1. FaceGarage

Web App

FaceGarage is a browser tool that helps you create Instagram images with quotes overlaid in just a few simple steps. You can upload an image of your own or use one of the site's stock background images, type in your quote, adjust the font, text size, color, and formatting, and voila -- you generate your image and download it to post on Instagram.

Our favorite thing about FaceGarage is the images don't come with a watermark, so you can create more beautiful posts that don't have a logo in the corner.

2. Canva

iOS, Android, or Web App

Image via Google Play

Canva's many features extend beyond text-based pictures and, for that matter, social media. But the mobile app and its gorgeous pre-made templates make it perfect for Instagram quotes.

Using the Canva's social media post setting, you can draft banners, flyers, cards, and posts of all shapes and sizes using one of hundreds of pro-level backgrounds. Of course, feel free to snap a photo on the go, as well. One you select your image, you can choose from more than 100 fonts, adjust the size and color, and publish.

3. ReciteThis

Web App

ReciteThis is another quick and easy browser tool you can use to create quotes for Instagram. Its two-step process involves selecting one of the ready-made background themes, typing in your quotation, and pressing "Create." From there, you can upload the image to a variety of social networks (not including Instagram) or download the image to upload and post on Instagram.

The downside to ReciteThis's ease of use is the highly visible watermark in the bottom-center of each image, but you might be able to crop it out using your phone's photo editor before uploading to Instagram, depending on the design you choose.

4. Word Swag

iOS or Android

Image via Word Swag

Listed in iTunes's top 100 apps in the Photo & Video category, Word Swag helps you create text images that are as edgy as the app's name sounds. The app uses a special typing engine to create fresh quote designs based on the background picture you're working with.

Just select (or shoot) your picture, type your quote into the app's plain text editor, select one of nearly 50 styles, and shuffle through the diverse choices that appear. Word Swag has literally thousands of quote and image options to choose from through a handy integration from Pixabay, a free image gallery.

5. InstaQuote

iOS or Android

This free app offers a lot of options to customize your quote image, font styles, and color schemes. You can use your own photos or one of InstaQuote's, and it allows you to automatically upload your image to Instagram so you don't have to download it and then upload it.

The downsides to many free apps -- including InstaQuote -- are the prevalence of ad interruptions, and that many features are locked unless you upgrade to the paid version.

6. Text2Pic

iOS or Android

Text2Pic stands out from the crowd in a couple of ways. It has the widest variety of font style and formatting options -- including 3-D and shadowing capabilities to add more effects to your text. It also auto-connects to Instagram for seamless uploading and posting on the platform.

The biggest downside we've noted is the inability to upload your own photo as a background image, but Text2Pic makes up for that with a ton of different background options to choose from.

7. Quotes Creator

iOS or Android

Quotes Creator has a neat feature that suggests quotes to use -- including their attributions -- to take the work out of creating an inspirational post for you. We also like how subtly transparent the watermark is to make it as distraction-free as possible. This is another easy-to-use app that creates quotes for Instagram in just a few simple steps -- with an easy tap to upload to the platform.

Quotes Creator's stock background options are a little cheesy, so we recommend finding your own and uploading them.

8. Quote Maker

iOS or Android

Quote Maker is another free app that tries to upsell its Pro version to unlock more background and style options, but you can always upload your own background if you feel too limited. Where Quotes Maker takes the cake is its cool font styling and effects. You could add neat decals to your brand's name or a stamp-like effect to a company motto or mission statement.

We recommend exploring the app, but another warning -- it can be glitchy if your design and editing actions get more complex. It's best for simple images, like the one above.

9. Text on Photo Square

iOS only

Text on Photo Square is only available on iOS devices (for now), but its distinction from the rest of the pack is that users can add quotes to videos, in addition to photos. You can upload your videos and add quotes to create a neat audio and visual experience for your Instagram followers. A cool quote-video might distract from the watermark, which is admittedly one of the larger ones on this list.

Some of these apps might be worth investing in the paid version to create more unique images -- without the watermarks -- to post quotes on Instagram. But for now, try out these free options during the next social media holiday to see if your audience is ready to be inspired.

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How to Size & Design Your Facebook Cover Photo or Video [Templates]

When people arrive at your Facebook Page, where do you think they first look?

I'll give you some hints. It's a visual piece of content that sits at the top of your Page. Its dimensions are 820 pixels wide by 312 pixels tall. It takes up almost a quarter of the screen on most desktop browsers.

That's right — it's your Facebook cover photo.

Sometimes called your Facebook banner, this graphic is one of the most noticeable parts of your Page. It's therefore crucial that you follow Facebook cover photo best practices and optimize your cover photo for the right dimensions.

A cover photo can take your Facebook Business Page to the next level. Whether you're using Facebook to generate leads, close your next sale, or create a customer community, knowing how to make and optimize your cover photo is very important. And when you consider the Facebook cover photo dimensions above, it can be tough to balance creativity with the requirements of the platform.

As you can see from the figure above, there's a lot of space that you can risk cutting off of your final cover photo design depending on where your audience is viewing the page — mobile or desktop.

Therefore, it's best to focus the brunt of your content in that green space, where everyone can see your cover photo regardless of the device they're using.

Need help getting started? Below, you'll find Facebook cover photo templates, and just as many best practices to guide you when designing your brand's banner artwork. At the bottom of this post, find out how to turn your cover photo into a cover video, and check out a few examples to see what others have done.

Facebook Cover Photo Best Practices

1. Do abide by Facebook's cover photo guidelines.

It seems like a no-brainer, but obeying Facebook’s cover photo guidelines is crucial to your Facebook Page existing in the first place. I'd highly suggest reading through the full Page Guidelines, but here are a few important things to keep in mind for your Facebook banner:

• Your cover is public.
• Covers can't be deceptive, misleading, or infringe on anyone else's copyright.
• You can't encourage people to upload your cover to their personal timelines.

If you get caught violating the above terms, Facebook could take action against your Page. And while Facebook doesn't explicitly say what will happen if you violate their cover photo guidelines, it's probably not smart to get your Facebook Page taken down over a cover photo infraction, so read the guidelines in full and adhere to them.

2. Do make sure your Facebook cover photo size is right.

As stated at the beginning of this article, the best Facebook banner size is 820 pixels wide by 312 pixels tall for computers, and 640 pixels wide by 360 pixels tall on mobile devices.

You don't want to spend all this time designing a cover photo only to have it look weird when you upload it to Facebook.

If you upload an image smaller than those dimensions, Facebook will stretch it to fit the right size, as long as it's at least 399 pixels wide and 150 pixels tall.

If you want a no-hassle way to make sure your cover photos are the right size, download our pre-sized template for Facebook cover photos.

Featured Resource: Facebook Cover Photo Templates

Download the Free Templates

3. Don't worry about the old '20% text' rule, but still try to stay visual.

Back in 2013, Facebook removed any reference to the 20% rule on text in cover photos ... but that doesn't mean you should go wild with using text in your design. The previous rule said that only 20% of your cover photo could be text. Personally, I thought that was way too restrictive for marketers, but the sentiment behind the rule was a good one.

If you're going to use text in your cover photo, keep that text concise. Your photo will be much more informative and engaging. You can see how we've tried to strike that balance on HubSpot's Facebook Page below.

Want to see how HubSpot uses Facebook? Like our Facebook Page here.

4. Do give your cover image a focal point and colors that match your brand.

Think of your cover photo as the portion of your Page that's "above the fold." If it's distracting or confusing, people will be more likely to click off the Page.

Many of the best Facebook cover photos include a centerpiece to focus visitors' attention, along with a color scheme that aligns with the rest of their brand. Remember, your social media accounts are extensions of your business, and should give that impression to visitors right away.

They also use negative white (i.e., empty) space as an advantage to make the subject, the copy, and the elements unique to Facebook (like the CTA button on Facebook business Pages) stand out even more.

Here's an example from The New York Times:

And one from social media management platform Sprout Social:

5. Don't try to blend the contents of your cover photo with your profile picture.

With some clever design tweaks, you used to be able to manipulate your profile picture and cover photo so they appear as if they're two parts of the same canvas.

One of Paris' old cover photos is a great example of this:

You can still do this on your personal profile, but Facebook no longer sets up Business Pages this way.

Now, as shown in the examples earlier in this article, the profile picture is completely separate from the cover photo.

We admire your creativity, but don't prepare your design this way if you haven't yet launched a Business Page.

6. Do draw attention to the action buttons on the bottom right.

You might've noticed in a few of the cover photo examples above that their primary call-to-action (CTA) buttons were different. HubSpot’s says "Send Message," while Sprout Social's says "Sign Up."

Depending on your business, you can launch a Page on Facebook with a unique CTA button to the bottom right of your cover photo. Take this button into consideration when designing your cover photo, and make it clear in the photo that this is a visitor's next step.

LinkedIn Learning does this in a subtle way below, placing the graphic of a man on a laptop over the “Sign Up” button, drawing your eye to that call-to-action.

Note: While it might seem like a good idea to add directional cues like an arrow to get people to click on the CTA buttons, note that those CTA buttons don't appear the same way on the mobile app. In other words, it might be confusing to mobile users if you directly integrate the cover photo design with the buttons.

I'll show you how Business Pages look on mobile devices in just a minute.

7. Do right-align the objects in your cover photo.

Since your profile picture is on the left, you want to add some balance to your Facebook cover photo design by having the focus of the image be on the right.

Take a look at these cover photos. Which one looks more aesthetically pleasing?

Right-aligned focus:

Left-aligned focus:

Doesn't the right-aligned cover photo look better? In Samsung’s new cover photo, the biggest design elements (the profile picture, the text, and the two phones) are evenly spaced. In Samsung's old cover photo, your attention goes immediately to the left side of the page, completely missing the name of the product on the upper-right side.

Not only is adding balance a crucial element of design, but it also allows for your cover photos to be more visually effective on mobile. Which brings me to my next point ...

8. Do keep mobile users in mind.

Statista reports that 98.3% of Facebook's user base accesses the social network from mobile devices like smartphones and tablets. That's huge — and it's exactly why it's so important to keep mobile users top-of-mind when designing your Facebook cover photo.

On mobile, a much larger portion of your cover photo is blocked out. The right side is typically cut out entirely.

Let's take a look at a real-life example. Below, check out what Cisco's Facebook Page looks like in a desktop browser versus on Facebook's mobile app.

Desktop:

Mobile:

Whereas your cover photo displays at 820 pixels wide by 312 pixels tall on desktop, it displays only 640 pixels wide by 360 pixels tall on smartphones. Take a look at this Facebook help document for more information.

It’s important to note that the text in Cisco’s cover photo is completely cut off. While it looks best to right-align your visual elements, be careful not to put important content so far to the right that it gets cut off on mobile.

9. Do include a shortened link in your cover photo description that aligns with your page CTA.

If you want to use your cover photo to support a Page CTA, make sure your cover photo description also includes a text CTA and link to the same offer. This way, any time people view your cover photo directly, they can access the link.

Here's this practice in action on the Adobe Creative Cloud Facebook Page:

Make sure you shorten your links and add UTM codes so you can track clicks on them. Shortening and tracking features are available in Marketing Hub and in tools like bitly.

(If you want to learn more about how to write effective call-to-action copy for your cover photo description, click here to download our free ebook on creating compelling CTAs.)

10. Do pin a related post right below your Facebook cover image.

Have you ever "pinned" a post to your Facebook Page's Timeline? Basically, pinning a post allows you to highlight a typical Facebook post on the top of your Timeline for seven days. It's signified by a “PINNED POST” title on the top right of the post, like on Behance’s Page below:

How does this relate to optimizing your Facebook cover photo? Well, if you're spending time aligning your Facebook Page CTA, your cover photo design, and your cover photo description copy, you should also make sure to post about the same thing directly to your page, and pin that post to the top of your Timeline.

That way, you're giving people one very clear call-to-action when they arrive to your page (albeit in several different locations) — which should help conversions.

To pin a Facebook post: Simply publish the post to Facebook, then click the three dots on the top right corner of the post and choose "Pin to Top of Page."

11. Do consider publishing a Facebook cover video.

You read that right. Facebook Business Pages now have the option to add a video in lieu of a static cover photo, provided they meet certain requirements.

Let’s go over how you can do that.

Post a Facebook cover video by first saving a video file at 820 pixels wide by 312 pixels tall to your desktop.

Next, upload that video to your Page’s video library.

Facebook will only let you choose a video that fits its dimension requirements. The platform currently supports cover videos that are between 20 and 90 seconds long, and a minimum of 820 pixels wide by 312 pixels tall. The maximum (and recommended) size is 820 by 462 pixels with a video resolution of 1080p.

After uploading the video, click "Edit" at the bottom right of your cover photo, and select “Choose from Videos."

Pick the video you’ve just uploaded and reposition it so that it focuses on the element you’d like to highlight.

When you click “Next,” you'll be asked to select from 10 thumbnails for your video. Choose the one that works best.

Keep in mind that Facebook cover videos play on a loop — once it ends, it automatically starts over if the viewer is still on your Facebook page. With that in mind, make sure whatever you post is pleasant if seen more than once. Extreme, action-packed videos might appear exhausting when played over and over.

Facebook Cover Video Examples

Cover videos are a terrific option for the video-inclined, and brands across numerous industries have already taken advantage of it to hold their visitors' attention.

Here are some great cover videos to inspire you.

REI

REI sells outdoor equipment for activities like camping, hiking, running, boating, and biking. The company's subtle cover video reflects its products, all in one peaceful time lapse of the scenery it knows its audience craves.

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Nokia

Nokia wants to be everywhere its users are — whether they're paddle-boarding, scuba diving, skateboarding, or working. Its Facebook cover video embodies its core customer in a visually pleasing way.

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WIRED Magazine

When your publication changes as fast as the news cycle, it can be hard to keep your readers focused on the stories you feel deserve extra attention. WIRED Magazine uses its Facebook cover video for just this purpose, as shown in the example below.

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HubSpot Academy

Alright, maybe we're biased, but our brilliant creative team crushed it with the video below, made for HubSpot Academy. Sometimes, animation is the best way to capture the essence of your brand.

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Next, let’s look at some examples of what Facebook cover videos look like when you’re logged into the platform.

Black Girl Sunscreen

Black Girl Sunscreen makes us feel all the good things with its Facebook cover video. In it, the brand shows its customers enjoying the sun, making us wish that summer were here (or that it would last forever).

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Grammarly

Grammarly is a tool for error-checking articles, emails, and any other written documents. The company's subtle cover video reflects how smooth its customers’ writing will be after they run it through the Grammarly program.

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The Sip

The Sip is a Black-run and woman-owned Facebook community dedicated to promoting self-care and social awareness. The brand uses a video to present the topics that they cover in their platform, which invites users to stay on the page and engage.

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Sprout Social

Sprout Social allows brands to manage their social media profiles in one platform. Its Facebook cover video shows four different bubbles that signify the writing, posting, reporting, and analyzing of social media posts in a single box. In this way, Sprout Social shows exactly how its tool works.

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Sundays Studio

This woman-owned nail care brand uses its cover video to show how customers feel once they step into a Sundays salon — or wear Sundays nail polish.

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ComicBook.com

ComicBook.com is a news website covering everything that’s related to movies, shows, and pop culture. In its Facebook cover video, it gives viewers a taste of the topics, movies, and actors the publication covers on a daily basis.

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Stasher

Stasher appeals to eco-conscious buyers with a fun, animated Facebook cover video that shares how your purchase impacts the planet.

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As you can see from these examples, your video should be just as simple as a cover photo. Keep in mind that the same guidelines outlined in best practice #1 apply to cover videos as well.

Facebook Cover Photo Sizes that Work for Your Business

Choosing the right cover size for your Facebook Page may seem simple, but it can have a huge impact on users and prospects visiting your Page. An ill-fitting cover photo or video can look unprofessional and give the wrong impression about the quality of your products or services. With the tips I’ve shared, you’ll be sure to choose a Facebook cover photo that embodies your brand, conveys quality, and engages users on the platform.

Editor's note: This post was originally published in July 2020 and has been updated for comprehensiveness.

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Regal to reopen six Southern California theaters Friday

Itching to see a movie … at a local theater, no less?

You’re in luck because Regal announced that six of its Southern California theaters will reopen for business on Friday, April 2.

Pandemic-starved moviegoers will get to see “Godzilla vs. Kong” from Warner Bros., as well as “The Unholy” and “Tom & Jerry,” along with a slate of additional films opening in the coming weeks, including “Mortal Kombat,” “A Quiet Place Part II” and “Top Gun: Maverick.”

Here are the Regal theaters that will reopen Friday:

• L.A. LIVE & 4DX, 1000 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles
• South Gate & IMAX, 8630 Garfield Ave., South Gate
• West Covina & ScreenX, 1200 Lakes Dr., West Covina
• Temecula & IMAX, 40750 Winchester Road, Temecula
• Valencia ScreenX & IMAX, 24435 Town Center Dr., Santa Clarita
• Irvine Spectrum ScreenX, 4DX, IMAX, RPX & VIP, 500 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine

Regal’s reopening plan include a wide range of health and safety measures that adhere to CinemaSafe protocol and guidelines aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19.

Regal employees will wear masks and undergo daily health screenings, including temperature checks where mandated.

Moviegoers will be able to purchase their tickets in advance on Regal’s mobile app. They’ll also have the ability to buy popcorn, soda and other concession items via the app once inside the theater.

Every other concession register will be closed to maintain social distancing, self-service condiment condiment stands will be closed and refills for drinks and popcorn will be given in new containers.

Guests will be required to wear masks while in the lobby, hallways and restrooms, and wall-mounted hand sanitizers will be available on both sides of the main entrance.

A subsidiary of the Cineworld Group, Regal operates one of the largest movie theater chains in the U.S. It includes 6,979 screens in 526 theaters in 42 states and the District of Columbia and Guam as of Feb. 28.

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